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Donald Trump poised to become next US president, likely sweeping all the seven key states

By Adrian Beaumont

Donald Trump is set to accomplish the rare feat of winning the US presidential election after losing an earlier one. The New York Times Needle gives Trump a 95% chance to win the Electoral College. Hes estimated to have...

What poll watchers can − and can’t − do on Election Day

By Mollie J. Cohen Et Al

When most people think of their experience of voting in person, they may remember other voters at the polls, or the hardworking election officials checking people in and helping people submit their ballots. But in many...

US election: how does the electoral college voting system work?

By Richard Hargy

On November 5, millions of Americans will cast their votes for president, with the vast majority deciding between Democrat Kamala Harris or Republican Donald Trump. This historic election, however, is not determined by a...

US election: what time do the polls close and when will the results be known?

By Richard Hargy

In November 2020, when Americans last went to the polls to elect a president, it took four days after voting closed for Joe Biden to be declared the winner. This was largely due to razor-thin margins in the crucial...

Building Resilience: How Entrepreneurs Can Harness Mental Health, Discipline, and Spirituality for Lasting Success

By Kenny Au

For entrepreneurs, mental health is often overlooked, yet its crucial for long-term success. The pressures of decision-making and responsibility can lead to burnout if not managed properly. Addressing mental health...

Choices made nearly a century ago explain today’s housing crisis

By Raphaël Fischler

Housing is an important political issue. Politicians and experts now talk about it as a major crisis that could threaten our economic and social well-being. But this is nothing new. Another housing crisis raged at the...

What is necro-branding? And what’s it got to do with Elvis, Princess Diana and Taylor Swift?

By Chris Baumann

Do you own any memorabilia depicting Elvis, Princess Diana, David Bowie, Prince or Michael Jackson? Perhaps a beloved t-shirt, a favourite mug, a special keyring or a novelty plate? You might not know it, but you are...

At $300m, Jules Verne-inspired Nautilus is the most expensive Australian-made show. But Disney+ was right to dump it

By Ari Mattes

Investing in film and TV productions is a risky venture. Even the best directors and producers are just a flop away from ruining their careers. So if a company owns the intellectual property to a popular material, or if...

Wrongly convicted of a crime? Your ability to clear your name can come down to your postcode

By Kylie Lingard

If youre found guilty of a crime, its a basic principle of Australian law that you have a right to appeal. But having a right and being able to exercise it are two different things, especially when it comes to fresh...

Why do I get so anxious after drinking? Here’s the science behind ‘hangxiety’

By Blair Aitken Et Al

You had a great night out, but the next morning, anxiety hits: your heart races, and you replay every conversation from the night before in your head. This feeling, known as hangover anxiety or hangxiety, affects around...

What is stereotactic radiation therapy for prostate cancer? How does it compare to other treatments?

By Sathana Dushyanthen Et Al

Prostate cancer is Australias most commonly diagnosed cancer. One in six men will be diagnosed by the time they turn 85. Cancers are abnormal groups of cells that grow uncontrollably and start invading neighbouring...

Party season is coming. Here are 2 ways to make small talk less awkward

By Nick Enfield

Most people will tell you they hate small talk. It can feel awkward, especially when it steers to that blandest of topics, the weather. We turn to the weather when we cant think of anything else to talk about. This is...

Astronomers just found complex carbon molecules in space – a step closer to deciphering the origins of life

By Maria Cunningham

A team led by researchers at MIT in the United States has discovered large molecules containing carbon in a distant interstellar cloud of gas and dust. This is exciting for those of us who keep lists of known...

For type 2 diabetes, focusing on when you eat – not what – can help control blood sugar

By Brooke Devlin Et Al

Type 2 diabetes affects 1.2 million Australians and accounts for 85-90% of all diabetes cases. This chronic condition is characterised by high blood glucose (sugar) levels, which carry serious health risks. Complications...

Most Republican states have made voting harder since 2020. Our research shows how successful they’ve been

By Kathryn Schumaker Et Al

In late September, the governor of the state of Oklahoma, Kevin Stitt, boasted that election officials had removed 453,000 people from the states voter rolls since 2021. In a state with only 2.3 million registered voters,...

Silence speaks volumes: How mental health influences employee silence at work

By Kyle Brykman Et Al

What happens when the loudest voice in the room suddenly falls silent? Consider a woman named Isla who is known in her office as the idea generator. She regularly participates in meetings, offers opinions about new...

As Colombia hosts a UN biodiversity summit, its own Amazonian rainforest is in crisis

By Jesica Lopez

The city of Cali, in Colombia, is hosting the UNs 16th biodiversity summit, known as Cop16. The summit, which runs until Friday, November 1, is focused on how countries will fulfil previous pledges to protect at least 30%...

Proof that immigrants fuel the US economy is found in the billions they send back home

By Ernesto Castañeda

Donald Trump has vowed to deport millions of immigrants if he is elected to a second term, claiming that, among other things, foreign-born workers take jobs from others. His running mate JD Vance has echoed those...

Your next favorite story won’t be written by AI – but it could be someday

By Haoran Chu Et Al

Stories define people they shape our relationships, cultures and societies. Unlike other skills replaced by technology, storytelling has remained uniquely human, setting people apart from machines. But now, even...

Your politics can affect whether you click on sponsored search results, new research shows

By Alexander Davidson

American businesses spend close to US$100 billion each year to secure top advertising spots in search engine results even though its not exactly a secret that most online shoppers scroll right past them. In fact,...

What US election interference law actually says about Labour volunteers

By Ilaria Di Gioia

With just two weeks to go until election day, Donald Trumps presidential campaign filed a complaint with the US Federal Election Commission (FEC), requesting an immediate investigation into what it termed blatant foreign...

Harris nudges ahead of Trump in the polls – but could the economy prove her downfall?

By Paul Whiteley

The current US vice-president and Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, appears to have nudged ahead of her Republican rival, Donald Trump, in the race to the White House. A poll of polls, which combines...

The Terminator at 40: this sci-fi ‘B-movie’ still shapes how we view the threat of AI

By Tom F.A Watts

October 26, 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of director James Camerons science fiction classic, The Terminator a film that popularised societys fear of machines that cant be reasoned with, and that absolutely will not...

Are managers at risk in an AI-driven future?

By Wim Vandekerckhove

Business leaders are increasingly worried about AIs disruptive effects on the future of work. Many workers fear job losses, but their anxiety also stems from the idea of AI making decisions about their work. Should we...

‘Cosmic inflation’: did the early cosmos balloon in size? A mirror universe going backwards in time may be a simpler explanation

By Neil Turok

We live in a golden age for learning about the universe. Our most powerful telescopes have revealed that the cosmos is surprisingly simple on the largest visible scales. Likewise, our most powerful microscope, the Large...

Ukraine cannot defeat Russia – the best the west can do is help Kyiv plan for a secure post-war future

By Frank Ledwidge

A friend of mine, usually an intensely optimistic pro-Ukraine analyst, returned from Ukraine last week and told me: Its like the German Army in January 1945. The Ukrainians are being driven back on all fronts including in...

Israel-Gaza conflict: Home and away

By Vinita Srivastava

Its not often that events far away impact us so profoundly at home. But events in Palestine and Israel, which have been reverberating in the Global North for decades, crescendoed over the past year, directly impacting...

AI affects everyone – including Indigenous people. It’s time we have a say in how it’s built

By Tamika Worrell

Since artificial intelligence (AI) became mainstream over the past two years, many of the risks it poses have been widely documented. As well as fuelling deep fake porn, threatening personal privacy and accelerating the...

Use of AI in property valuation is on the rise – but we need greater transparency and trust

By William Cheung Et Al

New Zealands economy has been described as a housing market with bits tacked on. Buying and selling property is a national sport fuelled by the rising value of homes across the country. But the wider public has little...

US inflation rate fell to 2.4% in September − here’s what that means for interest rates and markets

By Jason Reed

It wasnt that long ago that the Federal Reserve, the central bank for the United States, was worrying that annual inflation would surpass 9% in the middle of 2022. The U.S. economy hadnt seen prices rise that fast since...

Hurricane Milton explodes into a powerful Category 5 storm as it heads for Florida − here’s how rapid intensification works

By Zachary Handlos Et Al

Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified into a dangerous Category 5 hurricane on Oct. 7, 2024, as it headed across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida. Twenty-four hours earlier, it was barely a Category 1 storm. As its wind...

Wealthier Canadians live longer and are less likely to be dependent as they age, new research finds

By Marie-Louise Leroux Et Al

Population aging is a growing challenge for developed countries like Canada, with significant implications for health care and long-term care systems. In OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development)...

‘Ecocide’ is being used as a weapon of war in Ukraine. It should be one of the crimes tried in the International Criminal Court

By Renéo Lukic Et Al

Since Feb. 24, 2022, Russia has been waging simultaneous wars in Ukraine: a conventional one, hybrid or cyber warfare, and one against the environment, or ecocide. Ecocide, used as a weapon of war, takes place alongside...

Kamala Harris is being held to the same old double standard

By Mireille Lalancette

There were many attacks from both sides during the U.S. presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Yet while Trump could afford to criticize Harris by questioning both her intelligence and her loyalty to...

South Africa’s unity government is being tested – the toppling of a mayor in a key city exposes faultlines

By Susan Booysen

South Africas long-governing party, the ANC, performed disastrously in the countrys May 2024 elections. Its electoral fortunes are now tied to regaining support in Gauteng, the most populous and economically important...

Still with the Tony Soprano memes? Young audiences are watching the series with fresh eyes

By Alexander H. Beare

HBOs latest crime drama The Penguin came with a flood of memes on TikTok, X and Instagram. They compare actor Colin Farrells Oswald Cobblepot to James Gandolfinis Tony Soprano. Its true, there are undeniable...

Failure to launch: why the Albanese government is in trouble

By Carol Johnson

It wasnt meant to be like this. In her 2022 study of Anthony Albanese, Katharine Murphy describes a prime minister who thought hed be successfully managing an idealistic, collaborative and positive new politics that...

Many stable atoms have ‘magic numbers’ of protons and neutrons − 75 years ago, 2 physicists discovered their special properties

By Artemis Spyrou Et Al

The word magic is not often used in the context of science. But in the early 1930s, scientists discovered that some atomic nuclei the center part of atoms, which make up all matter were more stable than others. These...

One of science’s greatest achievements: how the rapid development of COVID vaccines prepares us for future pandemics

By Paul Griffin1

Since COVID was first reported in December 2019, there have been more than 775 million recorded infections and more than 7 million deaths from the disease. This makes COVID the seventh-deadliest pandemic in recorded...

Too good to be true? New study shows people reject freebies and cheap deals for fear of hidden costs

By Andrew Vonasch

If youre offered a free cookie, you might say yes. But if youre paid to eat a free cookie, would your response be the same? In our new research, twice as many people were willing to eat a cookie when they werent offered...

No time for a holiday? A ‘workation’ could be the answer

By Mariachiara Barzotto

Imagine this: youre lounging on the beach, waves crashing in the background. A laptop sits on the table next to your iced coffee. In between meetings, you dip into the ocean or explore a hiking trail. This is the ideal...

Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda – what you need to know

By Manal Mohammed

Rwanda is in the midst of its first outbreak of Marburg virus an often fatal disease with symptoms similar to Ebola. So far, 46 cases have been recorded and 12 deaths. The source of the outbreak is still not...

Football acts like referees are the issue but they are just following the rules

By Daniel Hough

Football seems to have a problem with referees. Barely a weekend goes by without someone a manager, a player, a pundit making it abundantly clear that many of those who officiate are (apparently) not very good at their...

October 7 marks 12 months of escalation into the ‘forever war’ now engulfing the Middle East

By Scott Lucas

One year after Hamass mass killing of nearly 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals and abduction of 251 others, and almost a year into the Israeli retribution that has so far slain almost 42,000 in Gaza, there seems no...

MicroRNA is the Nobel-winning master regulator of the genome – researchers are learning to treat disease by harnessing how it controls genes

By Andrea Kasinski

When Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun discovered a new molecule they called microRNA in the 1980s, it was a fascinating diversion from what for decades had been called the central dogma of molecular biology. Recognized...

Gas isn’t a good alternative to coal – South Africa should focus on solar, wind and green hydrogen

By Richard Calland

South Africa is immersed in a just energy transition from a fossil fuel-based energy system to a cleaner, low-carbon energy system. This new system will be based primarily on renewable energy, such as solar, wind and green...

NASA wants to send humans to Mars in the 2030s − a crewed mission could unlock some of the red planet’s geologic mysteries

By Joel S. Levine

NASA plans to send humans on a scientific round trip to Mars potentially as early as 2035. The trip will take about six to seven months each way and will cover up to 250 million miles (402 million kilometers) each way. The...

Air pollution inside Philly’s subway is much worse than on the streets

By Kabindra Shakya Et Al

The air quality in the City Hall subway station in downtown Philadelphia is much worse than on the sidewalks directly above the station. That is a key finding of our new study published in the Journal of Exposure Science ...

How a newspaper revolution sparked protesters and influencers, disinformation and the Civil War

By Jon Grinspan

Theres one question I get every time I give a talk. Im a curator of political history at the Smithsonian Institution, and when I discuss the deep history of political division in our country, someone in the audience always...

The extraordinary life of Alfred Nobel

By Jonas F. Ludvigsson

The Nobel prizes may be one of the most famous and prestigious awards in the world but who was the man behind them? As I explain in my lectures about Alfred Nobel, the inventor and entrepreneur has left a lasting legacy...

Trump's Victory Shakes Oil Market: Prices Dip as U.S. Production Expectations Rise

13:08 PM| Insights & Views

After Donald Trumps victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, crude oil prices have seen significant changes. Here are the main points: Immediate Market Reaction: Price Decline:On November 6, 2024, crude oil...

Election Results Are In: BTC Soars and the Dollar Strengthens After Trump's Win

12:28 PM| Digital Currency

Donald Trump has officially claimed victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, setting himself up for a historic return to the White House. Here are the key details about this development: Election...

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Trump’s Victory Lap: Is a New Era for Cryptocurrency on the Horizon?

03:47 AM| Digital Currency Insights & Views

Cryptocurrency markets are experiencing a significant increase, coinciding with Donald Trump leading in the polls for the U.S. presidential election. This rise is driven by political events and market trends that have...

Australia’s new digital ID scheme falls short of global privacy standards. Here’s how it can be fixed

By Ashish Nanda Et Al - 09:53 AM| Insights & Views Technology

Australias new digital ID system promises to transform the way we live. All of our key documents, such as drivers licences and Medicare cards, will be in a single digital wallet, making it easier for us to access a range...

Three lessons the west can learn from China’s economic approach to AI

By Jialu Shan - 09:54 AM| Insights & Views Economy Technology

AI is already everywhere, ready to change the way we work and play, how we learn and how we are looked after. From hospitality to healthcare, entertainment to education, AI is transforming the world as we know it. But...

Middle East Tensions Cool: Oil Prices Drop Amid Stability

16:12 PM| Insights & Views

Crude oil prices dropped sharply as supply concerns eased.It hit alow of $66.89and currently trading around $68.18. Oil prices have dropped sharply due to reduced tensions in the Middle East, especially after Israeli...

South Africa amended its research guidelines to allow for heritable human genome editing

By Françoise Baylis - 12:06 PM| Insights & Views Science

A little-noticed change to South Africas national health research guidelines, published in May of this year, has put the country on an ethical precipice. The newly added language appears to position the country as the...

Does tracking your employees actually make them more productive?

By Melissa A. Wheeler - 12:08 PM| Insights & Views Business

Should employers prioritise efficiency at all costs? It might seem like a good idea. More processes than ever before can now be automated with robotics, artificial intelligence and other technology. But in case after...

How Elon Musk has become a powerful figure in US politics

By Thomas Gift - 12:08 PM| Insights & Views Politics

Elon Musk, whose company SpaceX recently made history by catching a Starship rocket booster as it careened back to Earth, wants you to vote for Donald Trump for many reasons. That includes not just what Trump will do here...

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FxWirePro- Major Economic Events for the day

Date Time (GMT) Currency Event Forecast Previous Nov 6th2024 9:30 am GBP Construction...

Australia’s Central Bank Predicts Gradual Inflation Slowdown, Adjusts Economic Forecasts

Australias Economic Outlook: Inflation, Employment, and Growth Forecasts In its latest Statement on Monetary Policy, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) projected a gradual decline in inflation while adjusting...

Thailand's Exports on Track for 2% Growth in 2024, Shippers’ Council Confirms

Thailands Export Forecast Holds Steady at 2% Growth for 2024 Thailands exports are expected to grow by 2% this year, consistent with previous projections, according to the Thai National Shippers Council. The export...

Oil Prices Steady Amid Global Tensions and Economic Signals from China and the U.S.

Oil Prices Hold Steady After Recent Surge Oil prices stabilized in Asian trading on Tuesday, following sharp gains as investors await economic and political signals from the U.S. and China. This shift comes after the...

Australia’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns

Australias Central Bank Maintains 4.35% Interest Rate Amid Persistent Inflation RBA Holds Rates, Monitoring Inflation Risks The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) kept its interest rate unchanged at 4.35% in its...

Politics

'Loser' Kamala Harris Sparks Controversy with Concession Speech at Howard University: ‘She Never Wanted to Represent All Americans,’

Vice President Kamala Harriss decision to deliver a post-election speech at Howard University, her alma mater and a historically Black institution, has stirred controversy and debate across the political spectrum....

Did Kamala Harris Immediately Accept Trump’s Victory? Sources Say She’s ‘Considering All Options’ in Stunning Turn of Events'

As news of Donald Trumps election victory settled in, many anticipated a prompt concession from Vice President Kamala Harris. However, sources close to Harris reveal that her acceptance of Trumps win may not be as...

Will Kamala Harris Fight Back? Insiders Reveal If She’s Contesting Donald Trump’s Election Win ‘To Protect Democracy'

With Donald Trumps recent victory in the 2024 presidential election, speculation is swirling around Vice President Kamala Harris and whether she plans to contest the outcome. Insiders close to Harris suggest that she is...

Did Kamala Harris See Trump’s Win Coming? Insiders Reveal Her Reaction as Election Results Rolled In

As former President Donald Trump secured a decisive victory in the 2024 election, speculation quickly arose about how Vice President Kamala Harris reacted to the unexpected outcome. Insiders close to Harris have revealed...

What’s Next for Kamala Harris? Defeat to Trump Fuels Speculation About Her Political Future and Ambitions

Following a challenging defeat to Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris faces a pivotal moment in her political career. As the dust settles, many are asking: whats next for one of the most prominent female politicians...

Science

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Just 21 Minutes of Cycling a Day Is 'All You Need' for Total Health, Claims Expert

John Vinton, CEO of Aventon Bikes, insists that just 21 minutes of cycling each day can drastically enhance your health. This simple yet transformative practice can lead to a multitude of benefits, including reduced risks...

Technology

Toyota Reports First Profit Drop in Two Years Amid U.S. Slowdown, China Competition

Toyota Motor Corp. reported its first quarterly profit decline in two years, impacted by a temporary production halt in the U.S. and intense competition in China. The automakers operational profit fell to 1.16 trillion...

Tesla Model S Plaid Joins Police Fleet with New Unplugged Performance UP.FIT Upgrade

Teslas Model S Plaid has entered police service, thanks to Unplugged Performances UP.FIT upgrades unveiled at SEMA. Known as the worlds fastest production EV, the Model S Plaid can now be customized for law enforcement,...

Super Micro Faces Nasdaq Delisting Threat Amid DOJ Probe and Revenue Concerns

Super Micro Computers latest earnings report has failed to ease investor worries amid an ongoing DOJ investigation and potential Nasdaq delisting. Following accusations of accounting irregularities and an auditor...

Ethereum Whale Dumps 14,240 ETH, Taking $12.8M Hit as Bitcoin’s ATH Frenzy Continues

Amid Bitcoins climb to a new all-time high, an Ethereum whale stunned the market by selling 14,240 ETH at a substantial $12.8 million loss. The whales surprising decision highlights diverging trends in cryptos biggest...

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Explodes by 3674%, Boosting Market Optimism as SHIB Gains Traction

On November 6, Shiba Inu saw a 3674% increase in its burn rate, with 53.31 million SHIB tokens removed from circulation. This massive burn, spearheaded by a single address, has lifted market sentiment, suggesting positive...
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