Drive fast, die young

New research led by UNSW Sydney reveals traffic-related fatalities and injuries are the biggest killers of young people worldwide ­– causing more deaths than communicable and non-communicable diseases or self-harm.

Overcoming our fear of rejection

Humans once relied on tribal and family groups for their survival, and so we’re programmed on an evolutionary level to fear social rejection, but we can learn to deal with it when it happens in the modern world.

Multiverse madness

Fans of Michael Moorcock are well acquainted with the concept of a ‘multiverse’, but a quantum mechanics interpretation can help the less literary inclined comprehend the hypothetical existence of many worlds.

The rise of eco-anxiety

Feeling anxious about the future isn’t particularly new, but the challenges posed by climate change can raise intense feelings of uncertainty and perhaps impact our long term mental health.

Community services under COVID strain

A national survey of community organisation staff reveals the sector is struggling to meet the increasing demand for services in the latest wave of COVID-19 infections.

The value of creativity

What is creativity, and why is it essential in our lives?

The ghost of pandemics past

How do responses to infectious diseases throughout history stack up to the measures being taken today against the delta strain of coronavirus?

Small towns need big focus on resilience

Supporting regional communities to respond to the increasing threat of climate-fuelled disasters has never been more vital.

Hola, salut, hello, ciao

There’s never been a better time to start learning another language, and there could be some unexpected upsides.

Bedtime, not screen time

Research from the Gonski Institute for Education at UNSW Sydney reveals parents perceive digital devices as necessary for their kids’ learning but are worried about the distraction and activities they’re missing out on.

Can AI create art?

As machines become more sophisticated, will artificial intelligence be the evolution or the end of art?

What is the point of awareness days?

While there are many different days dedicated to raising awareness, many go beyond simply drawing attention to a cause.