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theconversation 34h ago 26°

What’s in the US-Iran peace deal? A lot of concessions and empty promises from Trump, in return for little

There is nothing in the agreement that is positive for the US and did not already exist before the war.
theconversation 46h ago 25°

New study shows 1 in 7 people have been victims of sextortion – and AI is making it worse

Sextortion is a form of online blackmail where a perpetrator coerces or tricks a victim into sending intimate images. New research shows it’s on the rise.
theconversation 29h ago 24°

The drawer problem: Why so many of us can’t let go of our old electronics, and what we can do about it

People don’t usually plan to hold onto their old devices, but that’s what many end up doing. Better information about recycling and reselling options could change that.
theconversation 46h ago 24°

What does it mean to be ‘Wasian’ – and is it OK to celebrate it?

Drawn from the words white and Asian, many use the term to celebrate shared experiences. But the label raises questions about valuing proximity to whiteness.
theconversation 5h ago 21°

It’s 50 years since the 1976 drought: how would the UK cope with its next major one?

Public trust in UK water companies is low, and this could be a challenge when the country faces another serious drought.
theconversation 6h ago 21°

Toy Story 5’s ‘Lilypad’ is an indictment of the world that birthed the ‘iPad Kid’

The film zeros in on the generation of children whose formative years are unfolding in front of screens.
theconversation 25h ago 20°

The Strait of Hormuz is reopening, but global shipping won’t return to normal for months

A peace deal has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, but insurance premiums, mine clearance and a container shortage across two continents suggest the disruption is far from over.
theconversation 29h ago 20°

US-Iran deal leaves the future of Lebanon uncertain – and subject to Israel playing the spoiler

President Donald Trump has talked of a potential role for Syrian forces in fighting Hezbollah – a move that would raise alarm in Lebanon.
theconversation 29h ago 20°

Where nature draws the map – here are 5 ways to look at the US, without state boundaries

State lines are one way to picture the US, but natural history provides another – one that shows the ancient and living connections running across the landscape.
theconversation 34h ago 19°

Grattan on Friday: Albanese government gives ground on tax, but how much will it have to cede on the NDIS?

The Albanese government finds itself in policy quicksand on three core issues as the sitting fortnight looms.
theconversation 47h ago 19°

Bonfires, Maypoles and a saint’s day: How Europe celebrates the longest day of the year

Midsummer celebrations throughout Europe coincide with the solstice. Many blend pre-Christian and Christian traditions.
theconversation 5h ago 19°

This Father’s Day, it’s time to listen to dads

Fathers are more involved than ever. So why do so many still feel overlooked and unsupported?
theconversation 26h ago 18°

Is ten too young to be criminally responsible? Here’s what the evidence says

Neuroscience provides plenty of evidence for raising the age from ten.
theconversation 3h ago 18°

Does climate change lead to more migration? Here’s why researchers can’t agree on the evidence

Global warming is moving faster than the policy decisions that could protect vulnerable populations.
theconversation 10h ago 18°

Think before you flush: expert advice on how and when to save water at home

The heatwave in May meant people started to use more water to stay cool, and on their plants.
theconversation 7h ago 17°

Where do women feature in the history of diplomacy?

What grants influential women visibility and diplomatic status? Women in Diplomacy day on June 24 is an opportunity to consider how female-led efforts are recognised, valued and remembered.
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