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Building a long-term base on the Moon will require extensive planning – a planetary geologist describes the considerations that go into it

A lunar base could allow for research, economic activities and lunar mining. Such an operation has potential benefits, but lots of challenges await NASA.
theconversation 10h ago

What does it mean to be ‘quantum’? A physicist explains the basics behind Einstein’s spooky actions at a distance

Particles’ properties at the quantum level could one day enable faster computing and better cybersecurity.
theconversation 27h ago

How Lindsey Graham’s keen ability to read the moment propelled him to political relevance for 3 decades

Sen. Graham repeatedly moved in the direction South Carolina and Republican politics were headed rather than where they had been.
theconversation 23h ago

Seals have a unique superpower in their ears, and we finally know how it evolved

Unlike all other mammals, seals can hear both in the air and underwater. How do they do this?

‘Heartstopper’ is helping LGBTQ+ fans find hope and community across time and space

Stories about young queer people coming of age and finding love have touched people across age and identity, bringing healing after the AIDS crisis and harsh upbringings.

It takes a village: How community can be a lifeline for improving child and family well-being

Research from Ghana, Mozambique and the United States sheds light on what a safe, healthy and nurturing environment looks like for children to grow and develop.
theconversation 31h ago

North Africa’s World Cup teams offered lessons in what works – and what doesn’t

The match outcomes of the four north African nations reveal competing models of football development.

NZ’s overhaul of nature protection laws is a chance to move away from ‘fortress conservation’

New Zealand’s conservation management currently prioritises full protection of pristine landscapes. Other models are based on reciprocity between people and nature.
theconversation 42h ago

The MSO and Lattouf rulings are seemingly at odds. Where does this leave free speech at work?

The court has found the cancellation of Jason Gillham’s concert by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra was not prohibited by Australian workplace laws.
theconversation 17h ago

‘Balcony solar’ and plug-in systems could help cut your energy costs. But only if rules change

New technologies could make the switch to solar more affordable for renters and apartment dwellers.
theconversation 10h ago

FDA drug approval affects healthcare around the world, but political shortcuts could hurt the agency’s international reputation

A new FDA fast-track program could undermine the agency’s role as a global drug safety authority.

What if disabled astronauts are just better suited to space?

After decades assuming disabled people would struggle in spaceflight, researchers are finally asking what they can contribute.
theconversation 44h ago

What is mobile domestic roaming? Here’s why Australia needs this policy

Domestic roaming could reduce the disruption – including to Triple Zero services – caused by a major outage on one mobile network.
theconversation 26h ago

‘Philistine’ is a byword for boorish ignorance – but the real Philistines were cultured. Who were they?

The Philistines moved from the Aegean region to an area later called Palestine in 1200 BC. Their depiction as barbarians can be traced to the Old Testament.
theconversation 46h ago

Women on ancient Roman farms were in charge of making wine, oil – and profits. Historians dismissed them as ‘housekeepers’

Many historians assumed ancient Roman farm women were housekeepers. A closer look suggests female managers oversaw wine production and other profitable processes.

Competitive youth sport: how to be a supportive parent

If children don’t want to attend a competition or continue with a sport at all, they should be able to say so.
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