La Niña back this summer? Not likely – and unofficial declarations are jumping the gun
Reports of a rare summer La Niña are premature. It is also foolish to look at such climate drivers in isolation. But seasonal ...
Why do falcons have stripes under their eyes? The answer is more complex than we thought
Peregrine falcons have dark stripes under their eyes, thought to reduce sun glare. But in other falcon species these markings ...
hMPV may be spreading in China. Here’s what to know about this virus – and why it’s not cause for alarm
Five years on from the first news of COVID, recent reports of an obscure respiratory virus in China may understandably raise ...
2025 will see huge advances in quantum computing. So what is a quantum chip and how does it work?
You’ll be hearing a lot about quantum computing in 2025. Here’s where the field is at – and where it’s all going.
Justin Trudeau quits: How his focus on social policy will be his legacy
Justin Trudeau leaves office never having tasted electoral defeat despite his low poll numbers. He leaves an indelible mark ...
Fully recovering Australia’s threatened species would cost 25% of GDP. We can’t do it all at once – so let’s start here
This new research estimates the price and benefits of recovering threatened species – and offers cost-effective ways for ...
The New Orleans attack and Las Vegas Tesla explosion are examples of the US military’s violent extremism problem
Research indicates significant connections between military service and violent extremism. Though most go on to live peaceful ...
‘Squid Game’ Season 2 is a dystopian reflection of capitalism’s dark side
In contrast to other critiques of capitalism that tend to highlight the players behind the scenes, ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 ...
China’s economy took centre stage in Xi’s new year address, spinning slow growth as a ‘remarkable’ achievement
The mainstay of Xi’s address concerned the economic success of China. He stressed that the Chinese economy is thriving, and ...
‘I don’t hold a hose, mate’: Australia’s political history is full of gaffes. Here are some of best (or worst)
Gaffes are littered throughout Australia political history, some with more serious consequences than others. They all shape ...
Cane toads on the barbie? How eating invasive species might help manage them
New ABC series Eat the Invaders asks should invasive species be on our dinner plate – and what does it taste like?
Can apps and digital resources support your child with autism or ADHD? Here’s what to look for
Lots of digital tools promise to assist children with neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD. But it’s hard to ...