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How invasive weeds can make wildfires hotter and more frequent

  • Written by: Tim Curran, Senior Lecturer in Ecology, Lincoln University, New Zealand
imageMixed grill: burning combinations of invasive and native plants helps us understand how invasive plants make fires hotter and more likely. Sarah Wyse, CC BY-ND

Over the past year the global media has been full of reports of catastrophic fires in California, the Mediterranean, Chile and elsewhere. One suggested reason for increases in catastrophic...

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Elite companions, flute girls and child slaves: sex work in ancient Athens

  • Written by: Marguerite Johnson, Professor of Classics, University of Newcastle
imageA painting depicting a debate between Socrates and Aspasia, by Nicolas André Monsiaux, circa 1800.Wikimedia Commons

In our sexual histories series, authors explore changing sexual mores from antiquity to today.

When the Athenian politician Pericles delivered his famous Funeral Oration at the end of the first year of the Peloponnesian War (431-...

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What you loved in Science and Technology 2017

  • Written by: Michael Lund, Deputy Editor: Science + Technology, The Conversation
imageHappy holidays, and thanks to all our readers in 2017. Marcella Cheng/The Conversation, CC BY-ND

There’s no doubt you, dear readers, love science and technology.

Over the past 12 months, you were fascinated by octopus, intrigued by geology and obsessed with data and electronic devices. You watched space, wondered about our human ancestors,...

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Ten tips to make your holidays less fraught and more festive

  • Written by: Freya Higgins-Desbiolles, Senior Lecturer in Tourism Management, University of South Australia
imageThe holiday season doesn't always have to be stressful.Igor Aleks/Shutterstock

Holidays are a time of high stress. Despite the delight of not having to work for several days or even weeks, holidays come with pressures.

These can include catching up with family, giving gifts, consuming to keep the economy buoyant, and having enough fun to see us...

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  1. Royal commission sheds light on another uncomfortable truth: harmful sexual behaviour in children
  2. Something is missing from the public interest journalism debate
  3. Australia's aged care residents are very sick, yet the government doesn't prioritise medical care
  4. Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters is a must-visit exhibition for all Australians
  5. Turnbull has politicked himself into irrelevance on energy and climate in 2018
  6. Mental disorders linked to poor NAPLAN performance in Australian schools
  7. Bad data collection means we don't know how much the middle class is being squeezed by the wealthy
  8. The evolutionary history of men and women should not prevent us from seeking gender equality
  9. Nick Xenophon could be South Australia's next premier, while Turnbull loses his 25th successive Newspoll
  10. The federal Climate Policy Review: a recipe for business as usual
  11. From the 16th-century to men's rights activists, why 'cuckold' is the worst thing you can call a man
  12. The social factors that influence whether you’ll use your wearable device
  13. Instead of asking women to 'fix' their choices about work, let's help them belong in a workplace
  14. What Jewish law says about suicide and assisted dying
  15. BMI is underestimating obesity in Australia, waist circumference needs to be measured too
  16. Tourists are happy when taken off the beaten track, and smaller cities and towns can tap into that
  17. A reshuffle that's come with plenty of pain and questionable gain
  18. Turnbull's reshuffle undermined by Barnaby Joyce's ousting of Darren Chester
  19. Journalists, there’s more than one expert in town, and here they are
  20. Miss out on our live Conversation Starters? We have you covered
  21. Transurban's West Gate tollway is a road into uncharted territory
  22. Health Check: what should you do with your unused medicine?
  23. More Australian trans stories on our TV screens, please
  24. Explainer: the charges against an Australian man accused of being an ‘economic agent’ for North Korea
  25. From testosterone to dogs, and physics for babies: five fascinating books in 2017
  26. Finally, police are taking family violence as seriously as terrorism
  27. Climate scientists and policymakers need to trust each other (but not too much)
  28. Belles in battle: how queer US soldiers found a place to express themselves in WWII
  29. Are mosquito coils good or bad for our health?
  30. To our FactCheck Q A readers: thank you for sharing the facts in 2017
  31. No sign of alien life 'so far' on the mystery visitor from space, but we're still looking
  32. Seven charts on the 2017 budget update
  33. Government budget update saved by higher than expected economic figures
  34. Budget update shaves growth and wage forecasts but is brighter about the deficit
  35. How painting escaped the canvas and another brush with death
  36. Tide turned: surveys show the public has lost its appetite for shark culls
  37. Michael Kirby: the rainbow in Asia and the fight for gay rights in our region
  38. Brandis off to London, as Turnbull prepares his reshuffle
  39. The royal commission's final report has landed – now to make sure there is an adequate redress scheme
  40. Pregnancy doesn't 'cure' endometriosis, so where does this advice come from?
  41. From reproducers to 'flutters' to 'sluts': tracing attitudes to women's pleasure in Australia
  42. By slashing environment spending, the government is slashing opportunities
  43. Morrison will deliver better news on debt in budget update
  44. Three (funny) charts on: 2017 in business and economics
  45. Thinking of taking up WeChat? Here's what you need to know
  46. Young people want walkable neighbourhoods, but safety is a worry
  47. Bennelong brings Turnbull a prized Lego piece – but he still has to build the set
  48. John Alexander easily retains Bennelong, and how the LNP saved Labor's Jackie Trad in Queensland
  49. Alexander holds Bennelong, Turnbull holds majority
  50. Google's artificial intelligence finds two new exoplanets missed by human eyes

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How Industrial Drying Equipment Supports Efficient Processing

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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

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...

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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...

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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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Why Accurate Measurements Matter When Ordering Flatpack Cabinets

Ordering flatpack cabinets can make a renovation or storage project more manageable, but the proce...

How Long Does Interstate Freight Take in Australia?

If you have ever arranged for stock, equipment or materials to travel from one Australian state to a...

How AEC Firms Can Scale Faster Without Sacrificing Project Quality

Growth presents a fundamental dilemma for architecture, engineering, and construction firms: expan...

What Makes an Aesthetic Clinic Worth Going Back To?

Trying an aesthetic clinic for the first time can feel like a bit of a gamble. You can read review...

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

There's something magical about that first sip of coffee in the morning. It’s more than just a bev...

Top Garment Steamers for Busy Professionals in Australia

The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...

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

Sustainability in building design is often associated with recycled materials, renewable resources a...

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

NDIS support coordination explained means understanding how a professional can help participants n...