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Social media is making many people more depressed – Buddhist philosophy may offer an explanation

Social media can never capture the intimacy of being with someone else, which means reliance on it will always leave a sense of lingering isolation.

22/01/2025

Five ways to cut emissions from shipping

Shipping produces roughly the same amount of emissions as aviation, yet it is often overlooked. It’s time for change.

22/01/2025

AI in education: what those buzzwords mean

AI’s potential needs to be explored through experimentation. But this works best if managed under controlled environments.

22/01/2025

For tennis star Destanee Aiava, borderline personality disorder felt like ‘a death sentence’ – and a relief. What is it?

Treatment should focus on the underlying causes of borderline personality disorder – trauma – rather stigmatise the person.

22/01/2025

‘A mini climate-control system’: the tech behind sportswear at the Australian Open

When a tennis player serves at 200km/h in 30°C heat, their clothing isn’t just fabric. It becomes a key part of their performance. Modern tennis wear functions as a mini climate-control system that responds to the athlete’s physiological changes in…

22/01/2025

To save Australia’s animals, scientists must count how many are left. But what if they’re getting it wrong?

Wildlife monitoring is vital to arresting Australia’s extinction crisis. But research shows we may be getting false pictures of how species are faring.

22/01/2025

Processed red meat isn’t just bad for you heart, it’s also associated with dementia

A large new study from the US has found an association between eating processed red meat and a future dementia diagnosis.

21/01/2025

NZ’s climate policies are no longer enough to keep warming at 1.5°C – here’s what needs to happen

The Climate Change Commission identified three major changes since 2019: other countries are doing more, impacts are becoming more severe, and delaying action shifts costs to future generations.

21/01/2025

Andrew Carnegie and the 19th-century ‘robber barons’ have lessons for today’s oligarchs about the responsibilities of wealth

The 19th-century industrialists were called ‘robber barons’ – but they did more to improve society than many of today’s super-rich.

21/01/2025

How nonprofits pitch in before, during and after disasters strike

Large organizations often partner with local nonprofits that are uniquely positioned to mobilize quickly, leveraging their deep understanding of community needs and established trust with residents.

21/01/2025

Electrolyte beverages can help your body stay balanced − but may worsen symptoms if you’re sick

Electrolyte beverages can be a big help for athletes and during flu season – but some may worsen issues such as diarrhea.

21/01/2025

Why is obesity linked to irregular heart rhythms? Researchers found 1 potential mechanism

Obesity can put strain on the heart, resulting in an increased risk of conditions such as atrial fibrillation, or irregular heart rhythms.

21/01/2025