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How Russia turned to medieval saints in its push for ‘traditional values’ – and more babies
The Russian Orthodox Church is creating another pro-family day, part of a broader ‘traditional values’ campaign run by the government.
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From ancient texts to modern practices, Daoism provides a profound framework for understanding the world not as broken but as naturally seeking balance
Daoism approaches the world not from the perspective that the world is broken or needs to be saved, but rather that it is naturally balanced.
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Heatwaves: expert tips on redesigning UK homes to cope with hotter temperatures
Academics have been testing out how best to deal with heatwaves in two neighbouring homes to see what works.
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Why reports Trump pressed FIFA to overturn a decision are so alarming
Sport has always been political. But if reports Trump has wielded political power to change on-field decisions are true, it signals a dangerous precedent.
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New virus catalogue reveals which pathogens pose the greatest threat
Scientists discover new viruses every year. A catalogue of the riskiest ones could help us spot the next pandemic before it takes hold.
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The UK government has kept its promises on parental leave, but they weren’t bold enough
Mothers still bear the majority of care work and fathers are still largely excluded or pushed to take unpaid leave.
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Your summer reading list: five of the best non-fiction reads of 2026 so far, according to our experts
Five books that span time and place, from the music scene in 80s London to the philosophical scene of Ancient Rome.
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How the BBC’s Learn Cornish podcast could help boost this minority language
In terms of heritage, visibility and identity, this inclusive introduction to Cornish could be crucial.
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View from The Hill: WA state byelection within Hastie’s seat another ‘real time’ test for One Nation
The contest will be closely watched for whether One Nation erodes Labor in an outer suburban area, and also for its implications for Hastie.
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Victorian Redbridge poll has One Nation just ahead of Labor and the Coalition
With a state election set for late November, a new poll has One Nation ahead of the two major parties.
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Wilsons Prom has been scarred by bushfires. It may help us protect other fire-prone forests
A new study unpacks how Victoria’s eucalypt forests have coped with past bushfires – with lessons for the future.
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ABC will trial using AI for journalism. What are the risks and benefits?
The decision tracks with a long history of editors and journalists being early adopters of tech innovations.