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An upcoming wildlife conference in Queenstown will look at new challenges and solutions to managing pests and protecting native species. Talks at next week’s Australiasian Wildlife Management Society ...

Wealthy countries have tripled their financial support to help vulnerable nations adapt to the impacts of climate change, but ...

The government is halting new puberty blocker prescriptions for youth with gender dysphoria. From 19 December, new ...

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A long-term US study shows water fluoridation at recommended levels doesn't reduce cognitive ability, with kids who drank such water doing slightly better in school tests. Whereas earlier studies ...

Ultra-processed foods are becoming dominant in our diets, causing a surge in diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression ...

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Six children's coloured sand products are being recalled after they were found to be contaminated with asbestos. The ...