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Scientists create supersized insects

19 June 2013, 11:36 AM

Australian scientists have re-created a series of super-sized bugs in a Melbourne lab - but don't worry, they're just for research purposes. Read more

Lack of dietary iodine threatens brain development in children

19 June 2013, 7:37 AM

Australia | Research recently completed in Adelaide shows that our primary attempt to address iodine shortage is failing to provide pregnant women with enough of the mineral.
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Comment: Breed scientists better for a better breed of science

19 June 2013, 7:00 AM

Australia | If the great goal of science is to improve society, shouldn’t the smaller, everyday objectives of a scientist also reflect that dream, asks Jee Hyun Kim.
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Comment: Dialogue between scientists and journals: a Twitter guide

19 June 2013, 0:00 AM

More and more scientists are communicating via social media to find, publicise and discuss current research.
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Comment: Surprise, you're about to give birth

18 June 2013, 15:48 PM

North America | Is it possible for a woman not to know she's pregnant before she starts giving birth, asks Jordan G. Teicher.
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Google to beam internet from balloons

18 June 2013, 8:55 AM

North America | Google's top secret design lab has unveiled plans to fly a ring of balloons to the edge of space, providing internet access for the entire world. Read more

Apple reveals details on US data requests

18 June 2013, 8:46 AM

North America | Apple has followed Facebook and Microsoft in detailing how many data requests it has received from US authorities. Read more

Cameron refuses comment on G20 spy claims

17 June 2013, 21:06 PM

Europe | Revelations that the UK intercepted communications of G20 countries risk embarrassing Prime Minister David Cameron as he prepares to host the G8 summit. Read more

Comment: Stuck in traffic? Maths can get you on your way

17 June 2013, 15:00 PM

Australia | Mathematics may not be the first thing your mind turns to when you are caught in a traffic jam, but it does hold the key to understanding how congestion develops, and how to prevent it, writes Tim Garoni.
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G8 security uses drones to watch protests

17 June 2013, 11:57 AM

Europe | Surveillance drones are being used at the G8 for the first time to keep tabs on protest marches and scan for terrorist threats. Read more

Barrier Reef vies for heritage listing

17 June 2013, 10:22 AM

Asia-Pacific | The Great Barrier Reef is among the cultural sites being considered by UNESCO for a world heritage listing. Read more

Facebook, Microsoft reveal data request

16 June 2013, 13:37 PM

Americas | Facebook and Microsoft say they can't disclose how many of their data requests from US authorities related to national security. Read more

US government asked us for data: Facebook

15 June 2013, 16:47 PM

North America | Facebook says it has received up to 10,000 requests for user data from US government entities in the second half of 2012.
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Senate inquiry calls for urgent action on superbugs

15 June 2013, 10:39 AM

Australia | A senate inquiry has recommended the establishment of a national centre to manage the threat of deadly superbugs. Read more

Comment: US Supreme Court rules on gene patenting

15 June 2013, 1:00 AM

Australia | The US Supreme Court has upheld patents for synthetic cDNA “because it is not naturally occurring”. What does the ruling mean for women who may be at risk of cancer? And will it stifle research leading to less?
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Men to blame for menopause: study

14 June 2013, 7:55 AM

North America | Menopause in older women is the unintended consequence of men competing with other men for younger women, a study says. Read more

Facebook to introduce clickable hashtags

13 June 2013, 13:21 PM

North America | Facebook will bring in clickable hashtags, making it easier and faster for users to join in discussions. Read more

Mountain living 'alters language'

13 June 2013, 8:58 AM

Europe | Scientists believe that living on top of a mountain, where the air is thinner, can change the way language is spoken. Read more

'Secret life' of cancer tumour tracked

12 June 2013, 11:21 AM

Australia | Researchers from Sydney and Glasgow have generated 3D images allowing them to monitor tumours growing and spreading in real-time.
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Apple unveils new operating systems

11 June 2013, 12:02 PM

North America | Apple has unveiled new operating systems for its products, and multitasking and battery life are both improved, its CEO says.
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