Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

Research Check: can eating aged cheese help you age well?

  • Written by: Clare Collins, Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
imageA compound found in aged cheese has been linked to better ageing processes.from shutterstock.com

Most people are interested in how to slow the ageing process, or at least they get more interested as the years tick by. So when new research promises to have discovered the secret, which happens to include eating more of a food that tastes great but...

Read more …

We could've seen thunderstorm asthma coming and there are ways to prepare

  • Written by: Reena Ghildyal, Associate Professor in Biomedical Sciences, University of Canberra
imageThis event wasn't unprecedented, and we could've seen it coming.from www.shutterstock.com.au

A fourth death has been attributed to Melbourne’s “thunderstorm asthma” emergency on Monday night, and it was lucky there were not more, according to the state’s health minister. More than 2,000 people suffered breathing problems...

Read more …

Trump or NASA – who's really politicising climate science?

  • Written by: John Cook, Climate Communication Research Fellow, Global Change Institute, The University of Queensland
imageNASA has a long history of conducting climate science. Here, a NASA camera captures a storm over South Australia.NASA

Climate research conducted at NASA had been “heavily politicised”, said Robert Walker, a senior adviser to US President-elect Donald Trump.

This has led him to recommend stripping funding for climate research at NASA.

Walke...

Read more …

A new phonics test is pointless – we shouldn't waste precious money buying it from England

  • Written by: Misty Adoniou, Associate Professor in Language, Literacy and TESL, University of Canberra
imageA new phonics test won't help us understand what the problems are. We need solutions.from www.shutterstock.com

In the May budget, the federal government allocated money to buy England’s phonic screening test for six-year-olds in Year 1.

The screening test, introduced in England in 2012, tests students at the beginning of Year 1 and again at...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Reinventing density: bridging the live-work divide
  2. Please, Donald Trump, don't send climate science back to the pre-satellite era
  3. Smash it up, burn it down: should Joe Corré set fire to punk history this weekend?
  4. Workers fight back with deviant behaviour in a precarious workplace: study
  5. Zika 'health emergency' status removed but it's sad news for reproductive health
  6. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on One Nation's troubles
  7. The rise and rise of the omniscient ‘I’
  8. Why we need to educate journalists about Aboriginal women's experience of family violence
  9. Changes to contract laws could give small farming businesses more control of data and innovation
  10. Reinventing density: bending the rules can help stop urban sprawl
  11. Friday essay: the loss of music
  12. Vital Signs: construction slump points to cooling economy
  13. Can the way we move after injury lead to chronic pain?
  14. 2050 climate targets: nations are playing the long game in fighting global warming
  15. Pink balls in day-night cricket could challenge players at sunset
  16. Grattan on Friday: The government is compromising Malcolm Turnbull's commitment to inclusion
  17. Politics podcast: Jenny Macklin on Labor's approach to welfare
  18. The limits of Silicon Valley: how Indonesia’s GoJek is beating Uber
  19. Bright city lights are keeping ocean predators awake and hungry
  20. Why the Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage report is still largely a story of failure
  21. Explainer: what is exposure therapy and how can it treat social anxiety?
  22. Early childhood educators rely on families to prop up low income, research finds
  23. Race to the bottom on company tax cuts won't stop tax avoidance
  24. ARIA there yet? Causes galore and some poop talk at the music industry awards
  25. Now we can edit life itself, we need to ask how we should use such technology
  26. Arrests and uncertainty overseas show why Australia must legalise compensated surrogacy
  27. Sydney needs higher affordable housing targets
  28. The key to future food supply is sitting on our cities' doorsteps
  29. There are 14 wild orange-bellied parrots left – this summer is our last chance to save them
  30. Reinventing density: co-living, the second domestic revolution
  31. Is it OK for medical students to practise on themselves?
  32. Long before Europeans, traders came here from the north and art tells the story
  33. Facebook's accidental 'death' of users reminds us to plan for digital death
  34. Three important wins for addressing obesity
  35. One Nation chaos causes government to lose departure tax vote
  36. What can obesity control learn from tobacco control’s success?
  37. Noel Pearson and White Masochism
  38. Echo Chamber? What Echo Chamber?
  39. There's hope for Tasmania in the post-mining boom era
  40. Schoolies risking health with alcohol and energy drink mix: report
  41. Could 'whale poo diplomacy' help bring an end to whaling?
  42. Trump, the unspeakable and democracy in America
  43. Politics podcast: Barnaby Joyce on the state of the National Party
  44. The price of culture: some thoughts from the Adelaide Festival of Ideas
  45. Why Trump is right, and wrong, about killing off the TPP
  46. Lessons from ancient Athens: the art of exiling your enemies
  47. Cryonics: hype, hope or hell?
  48. Dutton's attack on Fraser shows how low our politicians are willing to go on refugees
  49. How Western Australia is handling the end of the mining boom
  50. A flawed system delivered Trump victory – and now we brace ourselves for what's next

Business News

How Businesses Can Prepare for Unexpected Power Outages

Power failures can occur quickly. The supply may be interrupted by bad weather, issues with the electricity network, damaged equipment or local construction work. This can be just a hassle for a fam...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Chatswood Tutoring Can Fit Into a Student’s Weekly Routine

Create a Predictable Weekly Structure A consistent weekly routine can make study easier to manage when students are balancing several subjects. Chatswood tutoring can provide a fixed learning point a...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Rise of Digital Marketplaces in the Australian Trade Sector

For decades, the Australian trade and construction sector operated almost entirely on word-of-mouth recommendations and local community networks. Small business owners typically relied on local newspa...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Immigration Lawyers Can Help

Introduction Visa decisions can shape employment, family life, study plans, travel, and future residence. A small omission can lead to delay, added expense, or refusal. Immigration lawyers assess l...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

Many industrial processes require moisture to be removed from compressed air, products or process materials before they move to the next stage. Excess moisture can affect equipment performance, produc...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Practical Ways a Whiteboard Can Improve Workplace Communication

Effective communication helps teams stay organised, share ideas and keep track of important information. While digital tools are now common in many workplaces, a whiteboard continues to provide a simp...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Designing Eco-Friendly Custom Water Bottles for Your Next Event

The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Why Choosing a Professional Florist Melbourne Makes Flower Delivery Impactful

Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

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...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Daily Magazine

Small Acts, Big Impact: How Australians Can Give Back to Their Communities

There is a common belief that giving back requires either a lot of money or a lot of time. Big chequ...

The Lost Art of Saying Thank You and Why It Still Matters

Somewhere between the arrival of email and the rise of the reaction emoji, the humble thank you shra...

How Non-Competitive Sports Programs Benefit Early Childhood Development

Australia is known globally as a sporting nation, yet recent statistics paint a surprisingly differe...

The Hidden Health Impacts of Digital Screens on Developing Eyes

Modern Australian childhood is undeniably intertwined with technology. From educational tablets in p...

GRC Consulting and Cyber Security Consulting for Businesses

Businesses face risks such as ransomware attacks, data breaches, violations of regulatory standards ...

How to Set a Budget Before Bidding at Auction

Placing a bid at an online art auction is an exciting way to discover rare paintings, home content...

Does a Modern James Bond Exist?

Image Credit: MysteryShot What the Movies Get Right About Private Investigators There are a few mov...

How Australian Businesses Can Effectively Manage Tax Audits and Disputes

Managing a small business in Australia is inherently challenging, but recent shifts in regulatory ...

From Coastal Calm to Classic Comfort: The Right Carpet for Every Style of Home

Carpet is often chosen near the end of a room makeover, after the walls, furniture, and lighting h...