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Do pimple patches actually work? Here’s what the science says

Then there are those satisfying social media videos where someone peels off a pimple patch to reveal a much calmer-looking pimple underneath.

Fiji Employment Minister Agni Deo Singh dies in Brisbane during Australia visit

Shymal Kumar Fiji’s Minister for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations, Agni Deo Singh, passed away in Brisbane yesterday (12 September 2026). Prime Minister and Chair of...

Yes, it’s the economy, stupid. But One Nation is outflanking the government on messaging, too

Albanese’s over-reliance on an economic explanation risks underestimating other factors such as race, ethnicity and gender.

Australia’s reading and maths results are at an ‘all‑time low’ – but there’s more to the story

Australia’s PISA results are worth reflecting on as we support the next generation to succeed in an increasingly complex world.

Can a messy person become a tidy person? Or are we doomed?

Large studies following people over time show personality is both stable and changeable.

Under-16 ban to algorithm controls: PM Albanese outlines next phase of online safety crackdown

This legislation will give the eSafety Commissioner new powers to crack down on platforms that refuse to follow Australian laws

From refugee camp in Nepal to New Zealand Parliament: Netra Ghimire aims for historic first

Shymal Kumar High school teacher and former refugee Netra Ghimire is running for a New Zealand parliamentary seat from Palmerston North. The Opportunity Party candidate...

$1 trillion in debt and counting: Who will pay the bill?

Senator Dave Sharma Australia has passed a grim milestone. Gross government debt has surged past $1 trillion for the first time in our history. For many...

Leaders missing and China ‘furious’: the Pacific Islands forum off to a decidedly shaky start

It has come at a time when there are many pressing issues facing Pacific Islands nations, which the forum is ideally placed to tackle.

Emergency warnings weren’t enough to save Nepal’s flood‑ravaged villages. An expert explains

During such disasters, every extra minute is valuable time to reach higher ground.

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Point Cook crash victims identified as young mother Neha Bommali and visiting mother-in-law Rama Devi

“I cannot carry this heavy financial and logistical burden alone”

Australia adds nearly 393,000 people as population closes in on 28 million as migration drives growth

Nationally, the March quarter alone added 130,887 people, representing quarterly growth of 0.5 per cent.

Tony Burke says India Free Trade Agreement will be honoured as Australia targets temporary, international student and dependent visas

Burke said lower migration would “trash Australian services and trash the Australian economy”.
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