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The long fascinating history of food additives – and why we’re stuck with them
We’ve gone from celebrating foods with additives to despising them, but living without them seems an impossibility.
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Members of right-leaning parties prefer leaders with ‘dark triad’ personality traits
The ‘dark triad’ is made up of narcissism, Machiavellianism and psychopathy.
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Houthi rebel offensive fuels fears of escalation in the Middle East and Europe
The Iran-backed rebel group has taken control of the vital Bab al-Mandab Strait.
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When does being ‘apolitical’ become a political act? An ethicist on the Ed Sheeran saga
Being ‘apolitical’ sounds like being neutral – but it isn’t. Can Macklemore’s removal from the Loop tour over his ‘free Palestine’ stance be defended at all?
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How the government’s new immigration policy will cause more trauma for victim-survivors of domestic violence
The changes run the risk that more women will remain silent and be forced to remain in violent and dangerous situations.
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It’s getting easier to live off-grid – but it comes with certain costs
People who have extra funds, suitable homes and a desire to be self-sufficient may consider disconnecting from the grid.
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The government’s migration policy prioritises knee-jerk politics over careful planning
The government’s migration policy announcement was long-awaited, but the contents ultimately fell short of expectations.
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I love my skincare routine. Do I have a body image problem?
Spending time on skincare can be enjoyable, creative and soothing. But sometimes this self-care can be concerning. Could it be ‘cosmeticorexia’?
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As AI reshapes jobs and workers change industries, employers need to be more flexible too
Most career changers rely on their networks to move to a new industry, new research shows.
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Russia’s parliamentary elections will not be a referendum on the Ukraine war – or anything, really
Russia is convening its first national parliamentary elections since invading Ukraine, which offer a great deal of predictability but also some unexpected surprises.
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We found the hidden force that created two chains of underwater volcanoes running side by side
A new study unearths the deep Earth connection between Lord Howe Island and its sibling chain of drowned volcanoes.
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How rural policing gaps can make escaping domestic violence harder
Rural and regional areas bear a disproportionate burden of domestic violence. Distance, police staffing and station hours aren’t the only barriers to seeking help.