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In Disney’s ‘Moana,’ the characters navigate using the stars, just like real Polynesian explorers − an astronomer explains how these methods work

If you have visited an island like one of the Hawaiian Islands, Tahiti or Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, you may have noticed how small these land masses appear against the vast Pacific Ocean. If you’re on Hawaii, the nearest island to you is more than 1,000 miles…

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2 populations of dark comets in the solar system could tell researchers where the Earth got its oceans

The water that makes up the oceans acted as a key ingredient for the development of life on Earth. However, scientists still do not know where the water here on Earth came from in the first place.

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Language AIs in 2024: Size, guardrails and steps toward AI agents

I research the intersection of artificial intelligence, natural language processing and human reasoning as the director of the Advancing Human and Machine Reasoning lab at the University of South Florida. I am also commercializing this research in an AI startup that provides a vulnerability scanner for language models.

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The ‘choking game’ and other challenges amplified by social media can come with deadly consequences

The “choking game” has potentially deadly consequences, as players are challenged to temporarily strangle themselves by restricting oxygen to the brain. It sounds terrifying, but rough estimates suggest that about 10% of U.S. teenagers may have played this type of game at least once.

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Climate of fear is driving local officials to quit – new study from California finds threats, abuse rampant

Threats and harassment are pushing some politicians out of office, scaring off some would-be candidates and even compelling some elected officials to change their vote.

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Detroit’s reparations task force now has until 2025 to make its report, but going slow with this challenging work may not be a bad thing

The work of crafting reparations at the municipal level is fierce.

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Perfect pet presents this Christmas, and ones to avoid – from an expert in animal welfare

Pets are increasingly viewed as integral family members. This often means owners want to offer their pets the same experiences as our human friends and family. But the holidays can bring added stress, worry and uncertainty for some pets, including noise, visitors, altered routines and potential exposure to dangerous foods,…

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AI won’t take your job – but that doesn’t mean you should ignore it

Two influential tech CEOs have sparked a debate about AI’s effect on jobs. Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski announced the buy-now, pay-later firm stopped hiring a year ago, claiming that AI can do most of the jobs that humans do. And the chief executive of AI firm Nvidia, Jensen Huang, has…

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Weight loss drugs help with fat loss – but they cause bone and muscle loss too

For a long time, dieting and exercise were the only realistic options for many people who wanted to lose weight, but recent pharmaceutical advances have led to the development of weight loss drugs. These are based on natural hormones from the intestine that help control food intake, such as GLP…

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What does the X exodus to Bluesky mean for journalism?

When Elon Musk took over Twitter and changed its name to X, many users vowed to move to another platform. First was talk of a shift to Mastodon that never seemed to catch on. Then Meta tried to make Threads appealing by linking the app to Instagram – but this…

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How conflict makes oil spills in the Black Sea so much more toxic

Two old Russian tankers, carrying thousands of tonnes of oil, have been severely damaged in a storm in the Kerch Strait.

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The Mirror and the Light: the series takes Hilary Mantel’s manifesto for historical fiction to heart

“Talk to me before you believe anything!”, Thomas Cromwell (played by Mark Rylance) tells his monarch and master Henry VIII (played by Damien Lewis) in a pivotal scene in the penultimate episode of the BBC adaptation of The Mirror and the Light, the 900-page third act in Hilary Mantel’s acclaimed…

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How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies is encouraging people to share stories about their grandparents

Director Pat Boonnitipat’s How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies has become a sleeper hit since its release in south-east Asia in September 2024. It is now the second-highest grossing film of the year in Thailand, the most popular Thai film of all time in Singapore and Malaysia, and the…

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Museum of the Bamoun Kings: ancient treasures from Cameroon find a spectacular new home

One of the most significant African museum openings of 2024 was the Musée des Rois Bamoun, or Museum of the Bamoun Kings, in Foumban, Cameroon.

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Acehnese women sidelined from decision-making despite past tragedy and conflict

20 years have passed since the Aceh tsunami, leaving deep scars on Indonesia, especially for those directly affected. Aceh was also recovering from a three-decade armed conflict between the Free Aceh Movement and the national government

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The closest thing Australian cartooning had to a prophet: the sometimes celebrated, sometimes controversial Michael Leunig

Michael Leunig – who died in the early hours of Thursday December 19, surrounded by “his children, loved ones, and sunflowers” – was the closest thing Australian cartooning had to a prophet. By turns over his long career, he was a poet, a prophet and a provocateur.

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Can you spot a rip current? Test your knowledge with our interactive quiz

Rip currents are powerful, fast-moving currents that flow away from the shore, often occupying deep channels, and pose a significant hazard to swimmers. They are responsible for an average of 21 drownings a year in Australia, which are more deaths than bushfires, floods, cyclones and sharks combined.

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Sunglasses don’t just look good – they’re good for you too. Here’s how to choose the right pair

Australians are exposed to some of the highest levels of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation in the world.

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As China expands its cyber espionage and sabotage operations, how will the Trump administration respond?

US President-elect Donald Trump has named most of the members of his proposed cabinet. However, he’s yet to reveal key appointees to America’s powerful cyber warfare and intelligence institutions.

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How does franchising work?

Even if you’ve no idea how the business model underpinning franchises works, there’s a good chance you’ve spent money at one.

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Heading on an overseas holiday? The Australian dollar tumbled this week – but that’s not bad news for everyone

This week, the value of the Australian dollar fell to 62 US cents, its lowest level since October 2022.

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AI can’t do your Christmas shopping just yet – but next year might be different

I’m a computer scientist and a bad Christmas shopper. Over the weekend, I wondered whether AI systems might be able to help me out.

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Palestinian Christians call on western churches to ‘humanize’ the children of Gaza

The human rights group, Amnesty International, recently issued a report concluding that Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute a genocide.

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Without clean water, Pacific Islanders turn to sugary drinks. Tackling this could reduce obesity

One in two people in the Pacific Islands is classified as overweight (with a body mass index of 25–29) or obese (a BMI 30 or above). This is a problem because obesity increases the risk of health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, strokes and some cancers.

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Beware of bad customers – and 3 other ways small and medium businesses can thrive in 2025

There is no denying times have been tough for small and medium-sized businesses, and 2025 is not looking that much better.

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