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Checking in to a fictional world: the enduring appeal of literary hotels
Some hotels are linked to writers’ lives. Others have become part of the stories readers cannot forget.
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View from The Hill: Jim Chalmers has a lot of weight on his shoulders in the run-up to Christmas
If the Reserve Bank raises rates again on Tuesday, Chalmers will face a barrage of questions about getting his fiscal policy in better shape.
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Could Trump interfere in the US midterms – and what checks and balances could stop him?
Presidential power has limits. But these midterms could test safeguards on the integrity of US elections like never before.
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One Nation heavyweights give Matt Canavan clear run to lower house
Neither Pauline Hanson nor James Ashby said they had plans to contest the seat of Capricornia.
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AI translation sounds convincing, but it can be riddled with hidden errors
For those using generative AI to translate, it’s important to keep these risks in mind.
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Labor returns to equal term low primary vote in Newspoll
Labor’s primary vote dropped two points to 27% in Newspoll, equalling the mid-September Newspoll for their lowest this term. It’s near Labor’s record low in 2011.
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NZ has retreated from global cooperation on health security. Can a new government change course?
There are three steps the next government can take to restore New Zealand’s commitment to pandemic preparedness and other health security strategies.
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NZ election poll watch: contrasting scenarios play out in different polls
As the final week of campaigning begins, most poll trends show the right leading the left. Only one poll upends that picture.
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Sick of being told to ‘just lose weight’? Health promotion shouldn’t come with weight stigma
Health promotion often treats weight loss as the primary pathway to better health – but it’s not. Here’s what the alternative looks like.
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72% of students say they procrastinate. Here’s how to stay on track
You might even be putting off studying right now, but that doesn’t mean the whole day is a lost opportunity.
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Two new bandicoot species discovered after trawling through museum drawers
A ten-year study of short-nosed bandicoots found their family tree is more complicated than we thought.
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Worried you’re breathing unclean air? Here’s how to measure it
In Australia, many apps and websites offer local air quality ratings. An expert explains what to look out for.