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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

The future of AI in journalism will depend on a balance between benefits and risk, and raising audience comfort, trust and news literacy.

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

From being custodians of public knowledge, governments are turning to architects of manufactured ignorance. Amid disappearing evidence, citizens are struggling to hold power to account

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

AI is reshaping the news ecosystem in the fields of search, fact-checking and personalised feeds. If used well, it can support journalism and strengthen democracy.

Disaster scars mount, even after the clean-up

Disasters like Cyclone Alfred aren’t over when the debris is cleared, but there are some things you can do to help cope with the mental health toll.

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The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

Scammers exploit social media, online gaming and other digital platforms to deceive and defraud their younger victims.

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Mindful eating for a happier life

Zen eating transforms mealtime into a mindful experience, reconnecting senses to enhance inner wellbeing and daily joy.

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Cost of living crisis drives widespread food insecurity

Worries about putting food on the table face almost half of Australian households. Amid the cost of living crisis, even higher-income households aren’t immune.

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Tackling football violence

The “beautiful game” is often marred by violence, from drunken fans fighting in the streets, to fatal disasters in stadiums. What remedies might work?

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Loneliness has a serious impact on health

Loneliness can significantly harm overall health by disrupting both immune and metabolic systems.

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What I learned from counselling people who were suicidal

Helplines provide clients with confidentiality, anonymity and unconditional support that is often absent in their offline lives

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Is our biodiversity in good shape?

Biodiversity loss, often overshadowed by the immediate threats of climate change, poses a massive threat to humans.

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A revolutionary new weapon in the battle against influenza

Clinical trials of an mRNA vaccine have begun and researchers expect broadly positive outcomes in the battle against the widespread illness.

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If I could earn back time: Workers feel tech benefits

Employers have benefited from technological advances for a century. Now it’s employees’ turn.

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Technology helps tackle surging dengue cases

Real-time data, early warnings and engaging communities empower health authorities to manage dengue outbreaks and protect communities.

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

Disaster scars mount, even after the clean-up

The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

Mindful eating for a happier life

Cost of living crisis drives widespread food insecurity

Tackling football violence

Loneliness has a serious impact on health

What I learned from counselling people who were suicidal

Is our biodiversity in good shape?

A revolutionary new weapon in the battle against influenza

If I could earn back time: Workers feel tech benefits

Technology helps tackle surging dengue cases

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