The top ANU Reporter stories of 2024

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What will happen if Trump returns to the Oval Office?

This is the question the whole world was asking in the leadup to the US election. 

What caused the UK race riots?

The racist mobs that rioted across England were fueled by a potent mix of misinformation, racism, nihilism and far right activism.  

Sophie Trevitt’s remarkable legacy

An award-winning human rights lawyer, Trevitt campaigned fearlessly for the rights of incarcerated First Nations children and their families before she passed away at just 32 years old.  

Where did the term eshay come from?

This memorable Aussie slang has risen to prominence thanks to Netflix show Heartbreak High, but what is its origin story? 

Is President Biden experiencing cognitive decline?

In the wake of Biden’s withdrawal from the US presidential race, a neuroscientist explained the symptoms of mild cognitive impairment. 

Misogynistic mass violence is on the rise. Why are we ignoring it?

Misogyny underpins many kinds of mass violence, and it’s time for society to recognise this.  

Family vlogging is an ethical dilemma we can’t unsubscribe from

Imagine a childhood where every aspect of your life is uploaded online. 

The Coalition’s nuclear plan: does it add up?

Is building seven nuclear power plants the way forward for Australia? 

Why is Australia in Eurovision?

Australia keeps showing up at the popular European song contest.  

Should we tax the rich? Research says yes

New research has confirmed the societal benefits of imposing higher taxes on the wealthy.