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Daylight saving time ends Sunday. Why do we change our clocks? And how does it affect our bodies?

About one-third of the world also adjust their clocks seasonally, moving forward in spring and back in autumn (remember: spring forward; fall back).

Transparency or turmoil: what the Waqf Bill amendment means for India’s minorities

The government calls it a reform for accountability, but critics warn it risks secularism and minority rights.

Artificial intelligence, real consequences: human’s moral compass vs machine logic

How deeply should AI be integrated into human affairs? Are we prepared for its long-term consequences?

Gender played a significant role in the 2022 election; Will it do the same in 2025?

According to the latest Newspoll, neither Albanese or Dutton are especially appealing to women voters

China’s Pacific Play: A critical look at its growing influence in the Cook Islands

Beneath attractive terms lies a potential trap: as the Cook Islands become increasingly reliant on Chinese funding, it risks compromising its fiscal sovereignty.

Budgeting for Innovation: How Australia and India are shaping their economic futures

India and Australia aren’t on parallel tracks — but they are facing in the same direction.

Can Peter Dutton flip Labor voters to rewrite electoral history? It might just work

The Liberal leader is surprisingly well-placed. But remember, he is coming from a long way back.

Australian foreign aid budget rises to $5.1 billion: Do you know who are we helping?

The aid budget makes the bold claim that Australia is “reprioritising our development investments to bolster support to our region”.

Albanese government bids for votes with ‘top-up’ tax cuts for all

Delivering his fourth budget on Tuesday night, Treasurer Jim Chalmers described the tax relief as “modest”.

Budget bottom line: Albanese’s pre-election promises and their impact

If re-elected, these policies could significantly shape Australia’s economic landscape.

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Chinese nationals charged over alleged spy plot in nation’s capital

A 25-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman were arrested on Wednesday and are due to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court.

Victoria Police search man over lewd act at busy bus stop

Police have released a computer-generated image of the suspect, who is described as being in his late 20s, with a stocky build, thick dark beard and moustache, and tanned skin.

School shooting in Canada leaves 10 dead, dozens injured

Ten people, including a suspected shooter, have died following a shooting in Tumbler Ridge, a small town in British Columbia, Canadian authorities say.
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