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holding on to faith in the time of coronavirus

  • Written by: Robyn J. Whitaker, Senior Lecturer in New Testament, Pilgrim Theological College, University of Divinity
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Plagues of global proportions might seem biblical, but coronavirus is creating new challenges for faith leaders. Last week in Australia, many churches, mosques and synagogues decided proactively to cancel their normal worship services. These were not easy decisions for groups for whom being a gathered community is central to their...

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Why dogs don’t care for being groomed (and for the love of dog don’t snip their whiskers)

  • Written by: Paul McGreevy, Professor of Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare Science, University of Sydney
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The dog-themed reality show, Pooch Perfect, imposes makeovers on a steady stream of dogs that haven’t asked for them. We may marvel at the skill of professional groomers, but what do the dog models make of all this?

Many dog owners recognise how regular bathing, combing and trimming can provide opportunities to bond with their...

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Entertainment venues closed in draconian measures to fight the virus

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Clubs, pubs, movie theatres and gyms will be closed and restaurants will only be able to provide takeaways in draconian measures to fight the spread of coronavirus announced by Scott Morrison late Sunday night.

But schools will stay open, after Morrison wrestled to keep federal and state governments on the same page on one of the most controversial...

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Who's most affected on public transport in the time of coronavirus?

  • Written by: Jennifer Kent, Research Fellow, Urban and Regional Planning, University of Sydney

The coronavirus pandemic is already affecting Australians’ daily travel, with suspension of public transport services a possibility as the number of COVID-19 cases grows. A common goal underpinning containment strategies in pandemic-like conditions is that the impacts should be borne as equitably as possible across the community. So would a...

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  1. how the government plans to get coronavirus support into our hands quickly
  2. vacancy rates down since early February
  3. How Australia's response to the Spanish flu of 1919 sounds warnings on dealing with coronavirus
  4. States are shutting their borders to stop coronavirus. Is that actually allowed?
  5. NSW and Victoria announce 'shutdowns', as federal government widens and ramps up income support
  6. Coronavirus modelling shows the government is getting the balance right
  7. Government's new $66 billion package will take coronavirus economic life support to $189 billion
  8. Budget delayed until October, and new restrictions on indoor gatherings in latest coronavirus decisions
  9. stop almost everything, restart when coronavirus is gone
  10. My child is staying home from school because of coronavirus. Is that illegal?
  11. when you can't shop often for fresh vegetables, what are the best alternatives?
  12. how long does it take to get sick? How infectious is it? Will you always have a fever? COVID-19 basics explained
  13. Trying to homeschool because of coronavirus? Here are 5 tips to help your child learn
  14. how inflation-focused central banks can squeeze more from interest rates
  15. How we'll avoid Australia's hospitals being crippled by coronavirus
  16. Thucydides and the plague of Athens
  17. Psychology can explain why coronavirus drives us to panic buy. It also provides tips on how to stop
  18. how older people can cope with loneliness during the coronavirus crisis
  19. Once the pandemic is over, we will return to a very different airline industry
  20. Getting creative with less. Recipe lessons from the Australian Women's Weekly during wartime
  21. the uncanny melancholy of empty photographs in the time of coronavirus
  22. In the wake of bushfires and coronavirus, it's time we talked about human security
  23. The other Indigenous coronavirus crisis: disappearing income from art
  24. After another hot summer, here are 6 ways to cool our cities in future
  25. How fungi's knack for networking boosts ecological recovery after bushfires
  26. We are now a nation in self-isolation
  27. Alcohol warning labels need to inform women of the true harms of drinking during pregnancy
  28. why should we stay 1.5 metres away from each other?
  29. Scott Morrison has said we'll face at least 6 months of disruption. Where does that number come from?
  30. behind the Reserve Bank's three point plan
  31. Coronavirus will devastate Aboriginal communities if we don't act now
  32. Social distancing may be worth it, but we need to talk about economic costs
  33. Australia recognises the threat posted by far-right groups. So, why aren't they listed on the terror register?
  34. Schools are open during the coronavirus outbreak but should I voluntarily keep my kids home anyway, if I can? We asked five experts
  35. Our politicians are not fit to oversee the coronavirus response. It's time they got out of the way
  36. How super could soften the financial blow of coronavirus
  37. Couch culture - six months' worth of expert picks for what to watch, read and listen to in isolation
  38. Why New Zealand needs to continue decisive action to contain coronavirus
  39. Coronavirus may end up being a major player in the US presidential election
  40. Why working families need parks and playgrounds more than ever
  41. Victoria quietly lifted its gas exploration pause but banned fracking for good. It’s bad news for the climate
  42. this ancient four-limbed fish reveals the origins of the human hand
  43. No, Australia is not putting teachers in the coronavirus firing line. Their risk is very low
  44. Should I cancel my wedding? My kid's birthday party? Why the government has banned indoor gatherings of over 100 people
  45. Why Singapore's coronavirus response worked – and what we can all learn
  46. How to clean your house to prevent the spread of coronavirus and other infections
  47. some routines not to break if coronavirus means you have to work from home
  48. Australia will likely hit a peak in coronavirus cases around flu season
  49. Kids at home because of coronavirus? Here are 4 ways to keep them happy (without resorting to Netflix)
  50. pros and cons to the coronavirus spread on social media

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