Transplanting insulin-making cells to treat Type 1 diabetes is challenging − but stem cells offer a potential improvement
Diabetes develops when the body fails to manage its blood glucose levels. One form of…
No need to overload your cranberry sauce with sugar this holiday season − a food scientist explains how to cook with fewer added sweeteners
The holidays are full of delicious and indulgent food and drinks. It’s hard to resist…
The government has introduced laws for its social media ban. But key details are still missing
The federal government today introduced into parliament legislation for its social media ban for people…
Knowing superstitions aren’t real doesn’t stop us behaving superstitiously – why?
Former New Zealand prime minister John Key has three white rabbits painted on his helicopter,…
Awkwardness can hit in any social situation – here are a philosopher’s 5 strategies to navigate it with grace
The holidays offer many opportunities for awkward moments. Political discussions, of course, hold plenty of…
Science fiction stories allow us to explore what we want, and what we reject with AI
Science fiction has long been a window into possible futures, often anticipating technological advancements and…
A 4.45 billion-year-old crystal from Mars reveals the planet had water from the beginning
Water is ubiquitous on Earth – about 70% of Earth’s surface is covered by the…
Why some countries are more likely to believe nuclear war won’t happen to them
The war in Ukraine has just edged up another notch. It has not been going…
AI harm is often behind the scenes and builds over time – a legal scholar explains how the law can adapt to respond
As you scroll through your social media feed or let your favorite music app curate…
Should I worry about mold growing in my home?
Mold growth in your home can be unsettling. Blackened spots and dusty patches on the…