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While we fixate on coronavirus, Earth is hurtling towards a catastrophe worse than the dinosaur extinction

  • Written by: Andrew Glikson, Earth and paleo-climate scientist, Australian National University
While we fixate on coronavirus, Earth is hurtling towards a catastrophe worse than the dinosaur extinctionPixabay

At several points in the history of our planet, increasing amounts of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have caused extreme global warming, prompting the majority of species on Earth to die out.

In the past, these events were triggered by a huge volcanic eruption or asteroid impact. Now, Earth is heading for another mass extinction –...

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Thanks to coronavirus, Scott Morrison will become a significant prime minister

  • Written by: Paul Strangio, Associate Professor of Politics, Monash University

One of Australia’s preeminent historians, Stuart Macintyre, once observed of John Curtin, the Labor Party leader revered for navigating this nation through the dangers of the second world war, that he

would have made a timid and mediocre prime minister in peacetime; in war he assumed duties no one else could discharge. The occasion found the...

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the simple technology that could help stop coronavirus spreading

  • Written by: Geoff Hanmer, Adjunct Professor of Architecture, University of Adelaide
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New research the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that SARS CoV 2, which causes the disease known as COVID-19 coronavirus, is more stable on plastic and stainless steel than on cardboard or copper:

The longest viability of both viruses was on stainless steel and plastic; the estimated median half-life of SARS-CoV-2 was...

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  1. Scott Morrison is steering in the right direction, but we're going to need a bigger boat
  2. It is necessary to worry about health, but pessimism about the economy will hurt us
  3. Imagine if we could extract a permanent vaccine against hyper-partisanship from COVID-19
  4. Where are we at with developing a vaccine for coronavirus?
  5. Democracy 2025 - How does Australia compare: what makes a leading democracy? With Michelle Grattan, Mark Evans and Ian Chubb
  6. Morrison has rescued childcare from COVID-19 collapse – but the details are still murky
  7. Free child care to help nearly one million families, especially workers in essential services
  8. Who can get tested for coronavirus?
  9. 1 in 10 children affected by bushfires is Indigenous. We've been ignoring them for too long
  10. How to boost your internet speed when everyone is working from home
  11. what are Australia's obligations to cruise ships off its coast under international law?
  12. Can I still go to the dentist? How coronavirus is changing the way we look after our teeth
  13. COVID-19 has thrown year 12 students' lives into chaos. So what can we do?
  14. We've known about pandemic health messaging since 1918. So when it comes to coronavirus, what has Australia learnt?
  15. a more equitable public health agenda
  16. if you and your ex don't agree, what are your rights?
  17. How coronavirus challenges Muslims' faith and changes their lives
  18. Australia's post-war recovery program provides clues as to how to get out of this
  19. Ancient Greek ideas on the health of the body politic
  20. coronavirus shows again why we value expertise when it come to our health
  21. With pokies shut down, coronavirus stress could drive more people to reckless online gambling
  22. how to make sure your dog doesn't get canine cabin fever
  23. this ancient skull is helping us trace the path that led to modern childhood
  24. Can I visit my boyfriend? My parents? Can I go fishing or bushwalking? Coronavirus rules in NSW, Queensland and Victoria explained
  25. What can you use a telehealth consult for and when should you physically visit your GP?
  26. Local newspapers are an 'essential service'. They deserve a government rescue package, too
  27. the two faces of China in the wake of coronavirus
  28. Using nursing assistants to fill coronavirus gaps brings risks if they're not up to the job
  29. If coronavirus cases don't grow any faster, our health system will probably cope
  30. 9 reasons we should be eating microalgae
  31. Why people spreading coronavirus anxiety on Twitter might actually be bots
  32. it's legal to put your money in, take it out, and save on tax
  33. the case for a short, sharp lockdown (rather than the slow trickle we've had so far)
  34. Are you complicit in deaths if you don't stay home? How to do good during the virus lockdown
  35. Most community bids to block pokies fail – the law is stacked against them too
  36. 'How will we eat'? India's coronavirus lockdown threatens millions with severe hardship
  37. We should listen to coronavirus experts, but local wisdom counts too
  38. how to stop family violence under lockdown
  39. Meet Chimbu, the blue-eyed, bear-eared tree kangaroo. Your cuppa can help save his species
  40. avoid the 7 deadly sins of thought
  41. The coronavirus response calls into question the future of super
  42. to get a grip on coronavirus, we need to know who's already had it
  43. Federal government gets private hospital resources for COVID-19 fight in exchange for funding support
  44. useful for enforcing social distancing, or for creating a police state?
  45. What is homeschooling? And should I be doing that with my kid during the coronavirus lockdown?
  46. The coronavirus lockdown could test your relationship. Here's how to keep it intact (and even improve it)
  47. Why closing our borders to foreign workers could see fruit and vegetable prices spike
  48. how coronavirus is changing online dating
  49. how will it work, who will miss out and how to get it?
  50. Can mosquitoes spread coronavirus?

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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

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

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The strategic rise of Bali as Australia’s next essential healthcare support hub

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Cost Savings and Benefits of Using Used Pallets in Logistics

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How Fulfilment Services in Australia Help Businesses Scale Efficiently

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Practical Ways Australian Workplaces Can Reduce Operating Costs

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Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

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What Happens After You Lodge a BYDA Enquiry? The Step Most Excavation Projects Miss

Every excavation project in Australia — from a backyard deck footing to a multi-storey commercial bu...

How to Choose the Right Dentist on the Gold Coast

Finding a dentist you trust is one of those decisions that quietly affects your health for years, ...

The Hidden Engineering Problem Inside Australia's Older Housing Stock

A significant share of Australian homes were built for a way of living that no longer exists. Houses...

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Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...

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Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...

What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

Most people only think about this question once. That is usually too late. Most people charged wi...