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Who was the first transgender person?
There is evidence of people who crossed gender boundaries even in ancient civilizations, though the terms naming them have evolved over time.
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Trump proposes putting political goals above objective criteria in deciding who gets government grants, from childcare to research to public safety
The White House says the changes it seeks would strengthen transparency, accountability and oversight. Critics say federal grantmaking would become too political.
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Sonic booms from meteors can release the energy of hundreds of tons of TNT – here’s how they work
2026 has already been a banner year for meteor spottings and sonic booms across the world.
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US immigration policies interfere with prenatal care and parenting choices, hurting people and communities
Limits on healthcare for undocumented women are reshaping pregnancy and family health.
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Paving paradise: Dismantling the US Roadless Rule threatens to disrupt wildlife, water and peace in the last quiet places in America
The constant noise of traffic is so ubiquitous, it is barely noticeable to our ears – until we step into a roadless forest and experience true quiet.
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This successful Arctic fishing treaty has kept Russia, China, the US and others working together for 5 years – it could be a model for future diplomacy
As sea ice melts, more of the Arctic Ocean opens up. A former ambassador explains how this treaty creates time for scientists to figure out what lives there.
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US-Iran war: what the ‘peace deal’ really means
This agreement simply restores the pre-war status quo without resolving any of the underlying issues.
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Cooling ingredients in vapes might cause irregular heartbeats
The ice flavours that make vaping feel smooth and refreshing may do more than trick your brain – researchers are finding effects on the heart and blood vessels too.
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The mysterious tooth condition affecting millions of children
Why are so many children growing up with damaged adult teeth?
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Australia has already banned social media for under 16s – here’s what the UK can learn from the experience
Since its launch on 10 December 2025, Australian media has been filled with stories of children remaining on social media platforms.
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Haruki Murakami has a new book coming out and fans know what to expect – for the most part
A new novel by the Japanese author Haruki Murakami is set to hit bookshops this summer. The Tale of KAHO is an expansion of four interlinked short stories first serialised in the Japanese magazine Shincho, starting in 2024. Only the first of these stories, Kaho, has as yet been translated into English, by Philip Gabriel…
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How will Australian native bees cope with climate change? Their nests hold a clue
Surprisingly, the species that are the most tolerant to heat, are also the most vulnerable to future warming.