Mathematics faces ‘spiritual crisis’ from AI breakthroughs
By Melissa Lee
A little over a week ago, artificial intelligence company OpenAI announced 10 advances in mathematics and computer science made with their as-yet
Read more10 August 2026
Smart glasses come with a minefield of privacy issues
Kimberlee Weatherall and Milica Stilinovic
There are now many more people walking the streets in Australia wearing glasses that can subtly film and record the world
Read more10 August 2026
Ariana Grande back at the top of the charts
Ariana Grande is back on the top of the ARIA Albums Chart with her new album Petal.
The success comes just days after the singer announced she was pulling back from
Read more10 August 2026
Burleigh to Broadbeach light rail open for passengers
Stage three of the Gold Coast Light Rail is now operational, providing services between Burleigh Heads and Broadbeach.
The section includes eight new stations and a
Read more10 August 2026
Some good news for moderate wine drinkers
A major study of alcohol consumption has confirmed the long-term health dangers but also found some good news for moderate wine drinkers.
The study, reported by Science
Read more10 August 2026
Major school upgrades completed across Queensland
The Queensland Government has announced the completion of around $100 million worth of upgrades at four state schools.
The completed projects represent 44 new
Read more6 August 2026
Queensland’s emerging writers showcase their talent
Queensland school students with a flair for writing have been celebrated in the 67th annual Literary Competition organised by the Independent Education Union –
Read more6 August 2026
Free movie fest celebrates puppetry in motion
The cinematic work of The Jim Henson Company will be shown for free with 90 movies at GOMA from September 12.
Watch classics such as Where the Wild Things Are, The
Read more6 August 2026
Are the Year 3 NAPLAN alarm bells justified?
By Bronwyn O’Connor and Katherin Cartwright
The national NAPLAN results are in for 2026. Years 5, 7 and 9 saw their numeracy scores increase, however a reported
Read more6 August 2026
Cancelled speech reveals perils of immigration policy
By Michelle Grattan
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke’s cancelling of his big speech on migration that had been scheduled for delivery at the National Press Club this
Read more6 August 2026