Global carbon emissions inch upwards in 2024 despite progress on EVs, renewables and deforestation
As world leaders gather at COP29 to consider progress towards reducing emissions, the latest global carbon budget shows COâ‚‚ ...
Australian workers hoard more than 160 million days of untaken leave. So could you be forced to take a break?
In tough economic times, employees may accrue annual leave because they can’t afford to travel or simply to give themselves a ...
You will soon be able to power your house with your electric car. Here’s how
Your EV battery is much larger than a home battery. But until now, Australian drivers haven’t been able to run their homes ...
How the federal government’s misinformation bill might impede freedom of speech
Despite what some critics argue, the bill does not give the government power to censor or prosecute people for what they say.
NZ’s food manufacturers are embracing the idea of a circular economy but are slow to implement it
New Zealand food manufacturers are beginning to embrace the circular economy but are up against a lack of government support, ...
The Incas used mysterious stringy objects called ‘khipus’ to record data. We just got a step closer to understanding them
A new study reveals the most complex numeric connection ever made between two khipus. It could help lead us to even more ...
A new plan aims to fix the UK’s ‘broken’ food system –but here’s what the strategy overlooks
The Lords wants bold new policies to overhaul the UK’s food environment. But are the fundamental issues being overlooked?
New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic could help with knee pain. Here’s why there may be a link
A recent study found semaglutide – the drug known as Ozempic – can improve knee pain in people with obesity and ...
Jim Chalmers to announce $900 million fund for states to boost competition and productivity
Jim Chalmers will announce a fund of up to $900 million for states and territories to improve productivity and competition, ...
Supreme Court hears case on Canada’s prostitution laws
A case before the Supreme Court of Canada could determine the constitutionality of the country’s prostitution law and ...
Autumn leaves are staying green for longer in Britain – here’s why
The changing climate means that autumn may not always progress as expected. In 2022, trees that normally flower in spring had ...
Predictably, domestic airfares surged after the collapse of Rex. There aren’t many good solutions
Increasing competition in the market is the only viable way to get Australian domestic airfares to fall in the long term.