Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

Speaking with: Shanthi Robertson and Ien Ang on migrants, refugees and Australia's place in Asia

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageAustralia's policies on asylum seekers have been criticised by many countries at the UN's Human Rights Council.Department of Immigration

Australia’s refugee and border protection policies have been in the spotlight again this week as riots broke out at the Christmas Island detention centre following the unexplained death of an escaped asylum...

Read more …

Why are we so obsessed with self-obsession?

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageNarcissism is the current favoured scapegoat for our interpersonal and social ills.Beks

No one is innocent. – Ronnie Biggs

In language that mirrors dialogue from The Walking Dead, we decry the destructive rise of narcissism. We write self-help books on how to identify, avoid, manage and escape the narcissists among us. We refine our diagnostic...

Read more …

OECD coal discussions highlight tensions in Australia's position on climate change

  • Written by: The Conversation Contributor
imageThe OECD is seeking to limit finance for coal power. Coal image from www.shutterstock.com

While the UN Paris talks approach at the end of November, attention is currently focused on another forum, the Organisation of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), where member countries are negotiating a deal to limit public finance to overseas coal...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Time pressure may be a better way to measure work-life balance
  2. Google's release of TensorFlow could be a game-changer in the future of AI
  3. The rise of writing events gives PhD students the support often lacking in universities
  4. Dead old white guys are on the rise
  5. Who should we blame for the Brazil mining dam disaster?
  6. Why Australia hesitates to legalise euthanasia
  7. Feeling blue? Get acquainted with the history of a colour
  8. Increasing land supply isn't the answer to the affordable housing problem
  9. Afghans march against terrorism and for a political system to secure their future
  10. FactCheck: how much of Australia's tax is collected by states and territories?
  11. Fourteen years on, what next for Australia's role in Afghanistan?
  12. Aviation has an emissions problem, and COP 21 won’t solve it
  13. Big Tobacco: 'Of all the concerns, there is one – taxation – which alarms us the most'
  14. Logistics the key as 100 leaders descend on Paris talks
  15. Turnbull's honeymoon continues despite GST talk
  16. Why is school not working for so many young people?
  17. On the ground at Australia's Universal Periodic Review
  18. Improved citizenship bill still invites criticism and High Court challenges
  19. Recipes for racism? Kitchen Cabinet and the politics of food
  20. Beyond gender: LGBTIQ abuse shows it’s time to shift the debate on partner violence
  21. The Trans-Pacific Partnership poses a grave threat to sustainable development
  22. We lose more than we gain in moving away from multilateral trade
  23. Explainer: what is mass?
  24. Malcolm Turnbull to show his international paces during summit season
  25. Turnbull's visit needs to restore Australia's strained relationship with Indonesia
  26. A simple greenwash detection tip: check what the firm puts on its homepage
  27. Cooking the books: when that sensational new research finding isn't all it seems
  28. What are the secrets to being a 'superstar music city'?
  29. Big data can improve health but first we need to build the foundations
  30. A small act to give abused children a voice
  31. Three superannuation reforms that would promote fairness and equity
  32. Crisis communication: saving time and lives in disasters through smarter social media
  33. Engineers don't just build things, they can help save the world
  34. Australian graduates who move overseas will have to pay back student loans
  35. The danger of stranded assets lurks for unwary coal producers
  36. The federal budget is hard to 'fix', but here are some solutions
  37. Business is picking up the pace ahead of the Paris climate summit
  38. Won't somebody think of the children? Five reasons why drug panics are counterproductive
  39. This woman's work: the onscreen and offscreen war service of Claire Adams Mackinnon
  40. What might The Dismissal's legacy mean for an Australian republic push?
  41. As Belgium threatens fines, Facebook's defence of tracking visitors rings hollow
  42. Kevin Rudd takes on George Pell over climate change
  43. From 'right to die' to 'right to choose the way you die' – the shifting euthanasia debate
  44. Frozen cones on Pluto – the first discovery of ice volcanoes?
  45. Stressed? Meditation or some quiet time alone may help... if only you can find the time!
  46. Researchers, here's how to reach an audience you'd never dream of speaking to
  47. UN review puts Australia on the spot over human rights record
  48. Airbnb, social media and the quest for the authentic urban experience
  49. When authenticity and advertising collide on social media
  50. The story behind the footage of Whitlam's 'Kerr's cur' speech

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

Why European Vehicles Demand Specialised Maintenance on Australian Roads

European cars, encompassing premium brands like BMW, Audi, Mercedes, and Volkswagen, are highly soug...

How Melbourne Businesses Can Retain Top Talent Through Visa Sponsorship

Melbourne businesses are facing an increasingly complex hiring landscape. According to the Jobs and ...

Clever Ways to Combat Dampness and Maintain a Healthy Bathroom Environment

Australians currently spend more than 90 percent of their time indoors. This modern lifestyle heavil...

How Registering a Company in Singapore Can Support Business Growth

Choosing where to register a business can influence how easily it grows, attracts customers, and e...

What Business Owners Should Know About Company Registration in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a popular location for entrepreneurs looking to establish businesses with internation...

What Entrepreneurs Should Know About the Benefits of Registering a Company in Australia

Starting a business involves more than finding customers and offering a good product or service.  ...

From Free-to-Air to Netflix: Where Australian Brands Are Spending Their TV Dollars Now

Not long ago, an ad break meant one thing in Australian homes: free-to-air television. Today it mi...

Why South Australia Leads the Country on Home Batteries

South Australia has long punched above its weight in renewable energy. The state has one of the hi...

Diagnosing Common Pool Problems in an Australian Summer

An Australian summer puts backyard pools under serious pressure. High temperatures, intense UV, he...