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Why Trump blames decisions on others – a psychologist explains
The US has high hopes for a new Gaza ceasefire, but Israel’s long-term aims seem far less peaceful
Turbulent research landscape imperils US brain gain − and ultimately American prosperity
From glass and steel to rare earth metals, new materials have changed society throughout history
Trump is not like other presidents – but can he beat the ‘second term curse’ that haunts the White House?
What damage did the US do to Iran’s nuclear program? Why it’s so hard to know
Trump demands an end to the war in Gaza – could a ceasefire be close?
Australian Prime Minister Doorstop Interview – Canberra 30 June
Australian Prime Minister Press conference – Kananaskis, Canada
The transatlantic race to create the television
In Trump’s America, the shooting of a journalist is not a one-off. Press freedom itself is under attack
Trump’s continued attacks on lawyers risks undermining the US legal system. Is that the point?
Trump has long speculated about using force against his own people. Now he has the pretext to do so
Is strengthening the Canadian economic union another way for Ottawa to centralize power?
The blow-up between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has been entertaining, but how did things go so bad, so fast?
Why the Musk and Trump relationship is breaking down – a psychologist explains
Unprecedented heat in the North Atlantic Ocean kickstarted Europe’s hellish 2023 summer. Now we know what caused it
Cheaper food or a compromise on standards? Why the UK’s trade deal with the US is sounding alarm bells
Trump sees himself as more like a king than president. Here’s why
Global leader in body image supporting South Australian young people
Trump’s global trade plans are in disarray, after a US court ruling on ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs
Trump surrounds himself with sycophants. It’s a terrible way to run a business – and a country
MAHA report on children’s health highlights harms of ultraprocessed foods – a food scientist explains the research
How should central banks respond to US tariffs? The RBA provides some clues
A decade after the release of ‘The Martian’ and a decade out from the world it envisions, a planetary scientist checks in…
Australian Prime Minister Doorstop Interview – Rome
China-US trade war: the next 90 days are a big deal for Beijing as it seeks long-term solutions
Major brands don’t need to kowtow to Trump: they have the power to bring people together
Nasa’s planned budget cuts could set back space science, but show how to future-proof the agency
Tashara M. Leak receives NYS Senate Women of Distinction award
Blaming Donald Trump for conservative losses in both Canada and Australia is being too kind to Peter Dutton
Donald Trump has cast a long shadow over the Australian election. Will it prove decisive?
Trump’s obsession with trade deficits has no basis in economics. And it’s a bad reason for tariffs
Harvard is suing the White House: here’s what Trump hopes to achieve by targeting universities
Leaders trade barbs and well-worn lines in unspectacular third election debate
Fossil fuel companies ‘poisoned the well’ of public debate with climate disinformation. Here’s how Australia can break free
Election Diary: Albanese government stays mum over whatever Russia may have said to Indonesia
Google loses online ad monopoly case. But it’s just one of many antitrust battles against big tech
This chart explains why Trump backflipped on tariffs. The economic damage would have been huge
Times’ David Sanger To Discuss ‘New Cold Wars’ In Visit
Trump thinks tariffs can bring back the glory days of US manufacturing. Here’s why he’s wrong
National Security Journalist To Discuss ‘New Cold Wars’
Why has Trump launched so many tariffs and will it cause a recession? Expert Q&A
Susan Monarez, Trump’s nominee for CDC director, faces an unprecedented and tumultuous era at the agency
Australian beef targeted by Donald Trump in ‘Liberation Day’ trade crackdown
ChatGPT’s Studio Ghibli-style Images Show Its Creative Power – But Raise New Copyright Problems
Donald Trump likes tariffs, but they damage the economies of everyone involved
Dispatching Another Blockbuster Screen Production