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Social Sciences May 5, 2026

Safeguarding children in childcare: Teacher confidence key to addressing trauma

To better understand how young children experiencing trauma are supported in early learning settings, Adelaide University researchers examined the role of teacher self-efficacy—the confidence teachers have in their knowledge ...

Economics & Business May 5, 2026

Red tape and regulations: A powerful weapon in a new economic reality

The global financial order has entered a new, shifting and disruptive era of nationalism and these changes lay bare the difference between the haves and have nots, according to a new study by Charles Darwin University (CDU).

Ecology May 5, 2026

Giant squid among rare and elusive marine life detected off Western Australia's coast

A Curtin University-led study has revealed the extraordinary biodiversity hidden in deep underwater canyons off Western Australia's Nyinggulu (Ningaloo) coast, ranging from species previously undetected in the area, such ...

Earth Sciences May 4, 2026

Lake mud reveals 7,000 years of Kangaroo Island's complex fire history

During the summer of 2019–2020, half of Australia's third largest island was on fire. Kangaroo Island, also known as Karta Pintingga or Karti in local mainland Aboriginal languages, was one of the worst-hit places during ...

Plants & Animals May 4, 2026

Scientists use lasers to determine the age of sharks

Not many scientific studies sound like a Bond film, but ours really does involve lasers, sharks and doctors (of research, not the evil kind).

Social Sciences May 4, 2026

They look like healthy motivation, but these viral posts may do more harm than good for young adults

Social media is filled with posts about fitness and healthy eating aiming to inspire and encourage better lifestyles. However, a new large review study led by an Olympic athlete reveals that this seemingly motivational content ...

Space Exploration May 1, 2026

NASA Laser Terminal enhances views during Artemis II mission

Millions of people watched the historic launch of Artemis II and were captivated by the mission's 10-day journey around the moon as NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, and CSA (Canadian Space ...

Plants & Animals Apr 30, 2026

Hold your nose and don't stop for a selfie: Why getting up close to a beached whale is a really bad idea

The beaches of Sydney's Royal National Park have been disrupted by a pungent odor. And its source is drawing in more than just seagulls.

Economics & Business Apr 29, 2026

AI decides what we see online. It's time digital platforms tell us exactly how they do it

If you suffer from information overload, or are unsure what to trust online, you're not alone. Australians are increasingly disengaging from traditional news, turning instead to social media, influencers and—more recently—generative ...

Ecology Apr 28, 2026

Possums and gliders are pushing a native Australian bird to extinction. What can we do?

From brightly colored birds to the much-loved sugar glider, Australia's native animals are a sight to behold. The island continent is home to nearly 600,000 plants, animals and insects, many of which are found nowhere else ...

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