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How many academics does it take to tell a joke? Time for a study…
Feedback is delighted to discover a study analysing the use of humour at scientific conferences – but disappointed to find a distinct lack of it Source link
Oceans are darkening all over the planet – what’s going on?
In a shift that is reshaping entire ecosystems, the open oceans are letting less light in. We don’t fully understand the consequences yet, but there is still hope, says oceanographer Tim Smyth Source link
Trump says he's considering pulling US out of 'paper tiger' NATO
Donald Trump says he is strongly considering pulling the United States out of NATO after allies failed to back US military action against Iran, in an interview with the UK’s Daily Telegraph. Source link
Plug-in solar is coming – how dangerous is it and is it worth it?
Plug-in solar panels are a cheaper, simpler alternative to professionally installed panels. But can they really reduce energy bills and are they safe? Matthew Sparkes investigates Source link
Sixers force NBL title decider after beating Kings in cliffhanger
Torrey Craig’s missed free throw for the Sydney Kings in the dying seconds allows the Adelaide 36ers to level the NBL championship series at 2-2 with a gripping 92-91 win. Source link
Albanese to outline case for urgent reform amid global uncertainty
The prime minister will use a speech at the National Press Club to make his pitch for “urgent” change amid significant international uncertainty caused by the Middle East war. Source link
The best new science-fiction books of April 2026
A collection of stories set in George R. R. Martin’s Wild Cards universe and a novel from The Expanse author James S. A. Corey are among the science-fiction books we’re looking forward to this month Source link
Voss says no 'silver bullet' to fix Carlton's second-half blues
Carlton head coach Michael Voss has said there is not a “silver bullet” to fix the club’s second-half blues, following three successive fade-outs to start the season. Source link
One important man was missing from Albanese's national address
The prime minister risks criticism for using the rare measure of a national address to urge calm without announcing any new measures. Source link
PM says next months 'may not be easy', urges Australians to save fuel
Anthony Albanese asks Australians to trade their cars for public transport if they can, while reassuring those who need to drive they can continue to do so amid the global oil crisis. Source link