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What are universities for?

Are universities fit for purpose in the 21st century?

Free and fearless journalism in a fight for survival

Freedom of the press, a cornerstone of democracy, is under attack around the world, just when we need it more than ever.

Cost of living challenges cut deep

Flights, fuel and eggs are among the top issues for internet users in the cost of living crisis. Policy interventions are coming, but it won’t

What are universities for?

Are universities fit for purpose in the 21st century?

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If universities want to be relevant, do more on climate change

Universities face a raft of challenges. Is the answer more of the same, or is a rethink needed?

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Red tape is stifling innovation at public universities

Australian public universities tout themselves as bastions of innovation and driving forces behind economic growth, but their cultures are getting in the way.

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Insecure and overworked: how it’s getting harder to pursue an academic career

Academic careers are getting harder to maintain. What does this mean for the future of Australian universities?

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Can Malaysia’s public universities move away from racial quotas?

While boosting Bumiputera enrolment, Malaysia’s racial quotas in universities face criticism for hindering meritocracy and causing brain drain.

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It’s a long road from uni innovation to commercial reality

We may punch above our weight when it comes to research, but we certainly don’t in realising the commercial impact from it.

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What universities can do better to deliver on their promise

From climate change to collaborating better with industry, universities are facing a range of challenges. Here are some ways they might respond.

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India’s long and winding vote

In what is a big year for democratic elections, none come bigger than India’s incredible exercise in ensuring every voter has a say.

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Chart: HELP loans going backwards in 2023

For some people earning $50,000–70,000, their debts will “go backwards” despite new policy.

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Four amazing sights to see in the night sky this year

Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, aka the ‘Devil Comet’, isn’t the only amazing astronomical event spicing up our night sky this year.

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The battle to restore public trust in Malaysian media

A revised code of ethics overseen by the government rightly raises concerns about press freedom in Malaysia. There is an alternative solution.

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