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The most important election is the one most Americans skip 3h ago
Iran gridlock and middling China trips aside, President Donald Trump is having a pretty good month. Three May elections tested his grip on the Republican Party — and his candidates cleaned up. In Indiana, five Trump-backed challengers defeated...
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This animal kills 100,000 people a year. Why can’t we stop it? 3h ago
There are few animals humans fear more than sharks. This is understandable: Sharks are big, dramatic creatures that have been permanently lodged in our culture as underwater killers since Jaws. They also kill about six people in a given year....
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The Supreme Court just handed down two surprisingly timid Voting Rights Act decisions 23h ago
On Monday, the Supreme Court decided not to thrust another dagger into the nearly lifeless corpse of the Voting Rights Act. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is arguably the most successful civil rights law in American history. Before the Roberts Court...
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MAGA’s favorite psychedelic 1d ago
The Trump administration has a surprising new agenda item: It’s all-in on legalizing a psychedelic drug called ibogaine. Ibogaine is classified as a Schedule I drug, which means it’s illegal on the federal level. But some studies show it may be...
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The sublime, feral pleasure of Girl Dinner Diaries 23h ago
In an age where it feels like we should all know less about each other, there’s at least one place on the internet where you just want to know more: It’s called r/GirlDinnerDiaries. As its name suggests, the subreddit consists of women posting a...
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Photos reveal strange sea creatures that scientists have never seen before 1d ago
It lives in a glass castle deep under the sea. It’s not a character from The Little Mermaid but a very real, very mysterious marine worm. Known as Dalhousiella yabukii, the worm resides inside a glass sea sponge — a simple marine animal that forms...
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Trump gets his slush fund 2d ago
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: Last week, we wrote about President Donald...
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The 5 most unhinged revelations from Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI 2d ago
Friendship breakups are never easy, but few are as messy and expensive as the collapse of Elon Musk and Sam Altman’s once thriving tech bromance, which has — for now — reached a legal end. On Monday, a jury ruled against Musk in his lawsuit against...
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An HIV-free generation is closer than you think 2d ago
Ismail Harerimana grew up in Uganda not knowing why he was always sick. His childhood in the 1990s was a string of recurrent infections: malaria, diarrhea, headaches, and skin rashes. By 14, he was scarily thin, at which point doctors put him on a...
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The paradox at the heart of American meat consumption 2d ago
Of all the hot-button social issues in America, there’s one that often flies under the radar but can unleash a torrent of strong feelings — swirling with apparent contradictions — when it surfaces: meat. Case in point: Last month, the popstar...
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Inside One Startup's Journey to Break Down Hiring (and Funding) Barriers 554d ago
How can formerly incarcerated people reintegrate into society if few companies will hire them? And can businesses afford to exclude the roughly one in three working Americans with criminal records from the economy? In a case study, Paul Gompers...
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What Wartime Service Taught These Historic Leaders 558d ago
What can corporate leaders learn from executives who served their country during wartime conflicts? Drawing on a series of case studies, Robert Simons shares important lessons from the experiences of Walt Disney, Dwight Eisenhower, and Robert...
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How Private Investors Can Help Solve Africa's Climate Crisis 558d ago
Africa faces escalating climate risks that threaten its people and businesses. While governments and development finance institutions lack the capital to address these challenges, John Macomber argues that private investors could play a pivotal...
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Building the Road to 'Small Business Utopia' with AI and Fintech 561d ago
Could artificial intelligence help small business owners gain the insights they need to operate more efficiently and grow? In the updated edition of Fintech, Small Business & the American Dream, Karen Mills looks at evolving technology and how it...
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AI Can Help Leaders Communicate, But Can't Make Employees Listen 561d ago
A chatbot might be able to write emails that sound human, but can the technology respond to staff questions just like the boss would? Research by Prithwiraj Choudhury shows that while a chatbot may save leaders time, employees might not view the...
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Layoffs Surging in a Strong Economy? Advice for Navigating Uncertain Times 565d ago
Layoffs have been on the rise in some US industries as tech and professional services companies grapple with slowing demand and mixed economic signals. Sandra Sucher, Frances Frei, and Maria Roche offer insights for leaders managing through the...
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Latino Voters Have Grown More Politically Divided. That’s Not Surprising. 568d ago
Demographics are not destiny in politics. Richard Calvo, Vincent Pons, and Jesse Shapiro explain how their latest research is playing out in the final stretch of the US presidential race.
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Charting the US-China Trade War: What Does 'Made in Vietnam' Mean? 573d ago
Chinese companies have been evading US tariffs by shipping goods through Vietnam, but not to the degree that the headlines would suggest. Ebehi Iyoha and Jaya Wen dig into trade microdata to illustrate Vietnam's strategic importance and why...
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With Millions of Workers Juggling Caregiving, Employers Need to Rethink Support 568d ago
Most companies use AI to screen out job applicants with employment gaps, marginalizing caregivers who need to step back from the workforce. Leaders should reconsider how they search for talent and create more supportive conditions for these...
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Kylie Minogue says cancer experience 'still with me' 2d ago
The Australian singer is opening up in a new documentary series looking back at her career.
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Praise for inspirational boy who saved family from drowning 1d ago
The 13-year-old Australian boy who swam for hours to get help for his family after they were swept out to sea in Australia has met with the Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin earlier today.
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Tasmanian government apologises over stolen body parts scandal 2d ago
An investigation found that 177 human specimens from dozens of bodies were secretly kept by a museum.
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Tributes flow after Australian shark attack victim named as father-of-two 3d ago
Steven Mattaboni, 38, died on Saturday after a shark attack while spearfishing at Rottnest Island.
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Alleged murder of Aboriginal girl highlights Australia's deep inequalities 5d ago
Her death has sparked outrage across Australia and intense debate about disparities in society.
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Australia court doubles payout for trans woman in landmark discrimination case 5d ago
Roxanne Tickle has been awarded AU$20,000 in damages for being kicked off the Giggle for Girls app.
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Australia soars into Eurovision final as UK song debuts 6d ago
Delta Goodrem is now a favourite to win Eurovision, following a spectacular semi-final performance.
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Australia has some of the world's costliest homes. Will scrapping tax breaks help? 8d ago
The government hopes reforms will help young people enter the market, while critics say it will stifle supply.
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Return of IS-linked families sparks debate in terror-traumatised Australia 12d ago
Most Australians do not want the women and children to come home, but advocates say they're in danger.
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Gas tax: How beer fuelled a debate on Australia's energy giants 14d ago
Campaigners say Australia is giving away its gas 'for free' and should tax exports like Norway and Qatar.
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The world wants to eliminate cervical cancer - how Australian scientists led the way 19d ago
For the first time, Australia has recorded no new cervical cancer diagnoses in women under 25. To get there, they vaccinated young men.
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Harry and Meghan's trip felt like a royal tour - except many Aussies weren't interested 32d ago
The Sussexes' four-day tour of Australia appears to have fallen flat with some.
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Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia? 13d ago
The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.
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What happened when Rebel Wilson gave evidence in court? 22d ago
The Hollywood star is accused by fellow Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes of making defamatory statements.
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Why is this game only legal across Australia one day a year? 26d ago
Two-up is a coin toss betting game that was played by Australian soldiers during World War One - it’s now only legal across Australia on 25 April.
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Refinery fire risks Australia's oil supply amid Iran war fuel crisis 35d ago
BBC's Simon Atkinson reports on the potential impact of the blaze, as the government warns of impacts to petrol production.
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What are Harry and Meghan doing in Australia? 36d ago
BBC News journalist Simon Atkinson explains how the couple's tour will be different compared to their last visit.
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