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UN says population slowing, but we're now living longer

The United Nations’ 2024 population projections again reduce the level at which the world’s ...  
Australia announces para-equestrian squad for Paris 2024

After months of intensive qualifying events, the Australian Paralympic squad for para-equestrian ...  
Life expectancy data reaffirms the horrors of a Trump Presidency

The latest life expectancy data confirms that some countries – including Australia – are ...  
Tobacco industry leaving Indonesia up in smoke

A lack of regulation, heavy advertising and subservience to the tobacco industry has resulted in ...  
Lessons from COVID-19: Government inaction led to needless deaths

We now have the capacity to reflect on how ignorant government responses to the COVID-19 virus ...  
'Flying with Paper Wings' on World Schizophrenia Awareness Day

'Flying with Paper Wings: Reflections on Living with Madness' is a powerful story about living ...  
Scott Morrison reveals health issues on eve of book launch

Former PM Scott Morrison has revealed his struggles with mental health, but many are criticising ...  
AI holds promising future for quantum genetics

Artificial intelligence is helping medical technology leap forward, revolutionising healthcare ...  
BOOK REVIEW: Flying with Paper Wings

'Flying with Paper Wings: Reflections on Living with Madness' is a moving story of living with ...  
From love to politics, Kerryn Phelps' memoir tells all

A brand new autobiography by Dr Kerryn Phelps recounts the struggles faced in her life of polit ...  
When is the right time to call an emergency electrician?

Don't ignore the spark! Learn the vital signs that demand an emergency electrician to safeguard ...  
Families beware: Cults are everywhere and they want your loved ones

I never imagined my daughter’s pursuit of an acting career would lead her into the clutches of a ...  
Peter Dutton’s recycled nuclear contamination

Nuclear power is one hell of a way to boil water. ~ Albert Einstein  
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"Nuclear power is one hell of a way to boil water." ~ Albert Einstein  
Sydney asbestos crisis the tip of the iceberg

The current asbestos crisis in Sydney is likely to worsen without proper management.  
Nazis, booze and politics don't mix

What is the connection between parliamentary booze and Nazis?  
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Albanese Government targets education and health skills in migration plans

The latest indications are that the Albanese Government is seeking skilled migrants in the educ ...  
Victoria's mental health services in dire need of reform

With Victoria's mental health services failing, it's time for our politicians to investigate the ...  

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