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Vital Signs: what will end up in Scott Morrison's 'good' books?

  • Written by: Richard Holden, Professor of Economics and PLuS Alliance Fellow, UNSW

Vital Signs is a weekly economic wrap from UNSW economics professor and Harvard PhD Richard Holden (@profholden). Vital Signs aims to contextualise weekly economic events and cut through the noise of the data affecting global economies.

This week: inflation officially gets back into the RBA’s target range, markets react positively to the...

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Why brain stimulation isn't what it's cracked up to be

  • Written by: Martin Héroux, Senior Research Fellow, Neuroscience Research Australia
imageAbout half of studies of some types of brain stimulation cannot be reproduced. So, how do we know if these work?from www.shutterstock.com

Interest in electrical brain stimulation has skyrocketed in recent years, both in the popularmedia and scientific literature.

Scientists and clinicians are using the non-invasive and cheap technique to treat...

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French and Australian experts on solving the world's sustainability challenge

  • Written by: François Raulin, Ingénieur de recherche à l’Institut du développement territorial (IDéT), Laboratoire Métis EM Normandie, École de Management de Normandie
imageStill from the French documentary Tomorrow. MOVE MOVIE, FRANCE 2 CINÉMA, MARS FILMS, MELY PRODUCTIONS

The Conversation and the Australian French Embassy presented a panel between French and Australian experts at the University of New South Wales in March, opened by the French Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Development...

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Grattan on Friday: Turnbull's pipe dreams channel ghost of Rex Connor

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

As the government seeks to rein in the excessive expectations of what it can do to make housing more affordable, Malcolm Turnbull is throwing everything at his energy security policy.

Think whatever-it-takes. Think big picture. Oh, and if you are of mature years, think Rex Connor.

This week’s plan to place controls on gas exports to ensure...

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  1. Talking to John Clarke: a friend and biographer reflects
  2. Australian politics explainer: the MV Tampa and the transformation of asylum-seeker policy
  3. The multi-billion-dollar subsidy for private health insurance isn't worth it
  4. Why S-Town invites empathy not voyeurism
  5. Housing still out of reach for many even as rents fall in post-boom Western Australia
  6. Age discrimination in the workplace happening to people as young as 45: study
  7. The slow death of Australian children's TV drama
  8. Cyber attacks ten years on: from disruption to disinformation
  9. Australian politics explainer: the Mabo decision and native title
  10. How virtual reality spiders are helping people face their arachnophobia
  11. Budget to distinguish good and bad debt
  12. Gas export restrictions imposed to ensure domestic supply
  13. Abdel-Magied Anzac row is a storm over not much
  14. The schoolgirls of Charles Blackman – haunting works from a politically innocent age
  15. Explainer: what is reflation and is Australia experiencing it?
  16. Politics podcast: Peter Jennings on North Korea's aggression
  17. Macron and Le Pen battle voter disdain as they square off for French presidency
  18. Investing in rural health brings dollar returns to local economies (and improves health)
  19. Backyard skinny-dippers lack effective laws to keep peeping drones at bay
  20. Self-esteem among narcissists is 'puffed up, but shaky'
  21. Chevron is just the start: modelling shows how many billions in revenue the government is missing out on
  22. The US, Russia and China: a twisted tale of personal ego, profound mistrust and foolish nationalism
  23. Five things the east coast can learn from WA about energy
  24. Here's looking at: Vincent Van Gogh’s Olive grove with two olive pickers
  25. Cities are complex systems – let’s start looking at them that way
  26. Health Check: what can your doctor tell from your urine?
  27. No, epigenetics and environmental responsiveness don’t undermine Darwinian evolution
  28. Curious Kids: Does space go on forever?
  29. Your headphones aren't spying on you, but your apps are. Here is why
  30. Turnbull expects to meet Trump next week
  31. Witch-hunts and surveillance: the hidden lives of queer people in the military
  32. Stitching lives back together: men's rehabilitation embroidery in WWI
  33. How Anzac Day came to occupy a sacred place in Australians' hearts
  34. Discovered in WWI, bacterial viruses may be our allies in a post-antibiotic age
  35. English language bar for citizenship likely to further disadvantage refugees
  36. How our addiction to safety could lead to another financial crisis
  37. Chevron: a game-changer for multinational tax avoiders
  38. Guardians of the Galaxy, Volume 2: a scientist's review
  39. 457 visa changes won't impact on wider temporary education workforce. And maybe that's deliberate
  40. Research Check: are Aussie women ageing up to 20 years faster than US women?
  41. Why and how businesses should protect against data breaches from within
  42. Australian politics explainer: the Prices and Incomes Accord
  43. The Hobbit hits the headlines again, but is the mystery of its origins really solved?
  44. Logies 2017 – Samuel Johnson wins gold for Molly at a wonderfully daggy ceremony
  45. Macron likely to defeat Le Pen in French Presidential election runoff
  46. Lies, monsters and Kate Mulvany's intensely human portrayal of Richard 3
  47. Want to boost the domestic gas industry? Put a price on carbon
  48. The real reason Scott Morrison is playing down the budget
  49. Why China will be watching how we commemorate Anzac Day
  50. Bigfoot, the Kraken and night parrots: searching for the mythical or mysterious

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Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

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Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

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Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

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The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

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Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

Starting out as an Uber driver in Melbourne is not as complicated as it sounds but getting the vehicle right is where most new drivers get stuck. Uber has strict requirements around vehicle age, condi...

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When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

Legal issues can begin with a simple question, then become harder to manage once formal steps are involved. Many people wait until a matter feels urgent before seeking guidance, even though earlier ...

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Elevate Your Morning Routine with Cafe-Style Coffee at Home with the Right Coffee Machine

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Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

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Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

Most people don’t pay much attention to how they sleep until they start waking up with a stiff bac...

Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

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NDIS Support Coordination Explained: What Does a Support Coordinator Actually Do?

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When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

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How to Choose a Reliable Hot Water System Installer on the Gold Coast

Choosing a reliable installer is just as important as choosing the right hot water system. A qualifi...

How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

Digital promotion has become increasingly complex. Businesses communicate with customers through w...

Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

You cover your mouth when you laugh. You skip the group photo. Maybe you edit pictures to soften a...