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Masters of the Universe shows how companies learned to monetise childhood forever
In some ways, the new film has been four decades in the making. And it all comes down to Mattel’s savvy franchising strategy, starting in the 1980s.
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Seahorses and shark fins are illegally trafficked. An AI tool could help stop this crime
Many marine creatures are among the 4,000 species affected by wildlife trafficking.
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Why the tax NZ never wanted to talk about is back on the political agenda in 2026
Labour’s proposed capital gains tax has revived a debate long deemed politically toxic. But growing pressure on NZ’s tax system is making it harder to avoid.
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Richard Scolyer leaves a unique legacy of pioneering brain cancer research
Scolyer captured the world’s attention when he volunteered for a world-first experimental treatment for brain cancer. He died on Sunday night, aged 59.
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World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread – here are the biggest threats health experts are watching for
Respiratory diseases like measles and flu pose a much bigger threat to public health for the World Cup than does Ebola.
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Should we ‘stream’ school students based on ability? New research suggests yes – but we need to be cautious
Educators have long debated whether it is better for students to be learning with students of a similar ‘ability’ or a mix.
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Curaçao and Cabo Verde are into the World Cup. What impact can these ‘minnow nations’ make?
Several so-called minnow nations are making their debuts at the World Cup. Will they add to the tournament or is it overkill?
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How the food industry shapes your child’s fussy eating
Making Nutella sandwiches for lunch again? The food industry has you in a bind, a new study shows.
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Are Australia’s carbon farming schemes just hot air? Hardly – forests are regrowing almost everywhere
Critics have taken aim at an Australian scheme meant to encourage forest regrowth. But independent assessments show the regeneration schemes are working
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This tax time, here’s what to watch out for – and when it’s better to lodge early or later
From dodgy deductions to avoid, to timing when you submit depending on if you expect a refund or a bill, two tax experts explain what you need to know.
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Australia wants social media to be ‘safe by design’. What does that actually look like?
Australia’s proposed digital duty of care will ask social media platforms to actively prevent harm.
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Canada’s possible expansion of MAID for mental illness is worrisome, including for high schools
In 2027, Canadians 18 years and older with mental illness who are deemed to meet age and other eligibility criteria could potentially access doctor-assisted death in Canada.