Events for “education”

Why NZ should redraw council boundaries to match our connections to the landscape

Reshaping local boundaries based on river catchments would make for a more cohesive approach to all aspects of water management – and how communities really live.

Regulation of educational institutes: SC issues notice to School Education Secretary on contempt plea

The Supreme Court was hearing a contempt plea filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay, who alleged that the Secretary did not take any action on his representation

Carrie Hughes: Health and human services director, House Education and the Workforce Committee

Carrie Hughes knows she is somewhat of a rarity on Capitol Hill.

Responsible AI for Higher Education

This interactive webinar will introduce the different types of AI, address the concerns with AI, share how we IBM are approaching Responsible AI, and offer guidance to students about what they can do - as individuals, and members of their IEEE chapters.

4 Ways to Rethink When Student Support Starts

4 Ways to Rethink When Student Support Starts Joshua.Bay Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM New initiatives and research show how colleges can reach students earlier and extend support across more of their higher ed journey. Byline(s) Joshua Bay

Five years into AUKUS, what do we have to show for it? We’ve measured progress on three key metrics

Though reliably measuring progress is difficult, it would be disingenuous to say Australia has nothing to show for its investments to date.

Unsustainable – or manageable? We don’t yet know how data centres will impact Australia’s environment

The data centre boom will mean more energy and water use. The real question is how the energy is produced – and where the water comes from.

Australia’s digital duty of care bill needs these three changes to tackle online child sexual exploitation

Tech platforms need to be responsible for reporting online child sexual exploitation rather than relying on victims to do so.

It’s been one year since Australia assessed its national climate risk. But have we listened?

Over the past 12 months, the federal government has approved multiple fossil fuel projects and cut climate science funding.

Australia’s female economists have been making history for nearly 150 years. It’s time we knew their stories

In a stubbornly male dominated field, how brilliant did a woman have to be to succeed?

Make ‘em laugh: how One Nation uses comedy to normalise harmful ideas

The party’s Please Explain cartoon series has ignited a political firestorm, but behind the punchlines and backlash is an insidious way to spread propaganda.

1 in 3 uni students experience serious financial hardship. Could concession cards for all help?

The peak body for Australian universities says the measure would ease cost-of-living pressures for students.

Skipping showers is the latest trend. But is there any science to ‘pheromone’ maxxing?

Animals use pheromones as chemical messengers to attract a mate or mark territory. But human sweat is very different.

Poetry is popular with young Australians, from pop-up readings to poetry slams

Young poets are performing at poetry slams, pop-up events and salons around Australia – and publishing, too. Who are they – and why is poetry so popular?

‘Buy now, pay later’ doesn’t feel like debt. For young people, that can be a big problem

A survey of young New Zealanders finds four in ten didn’t view buy now, pay later as debt. That perception can influence how they use it.

The case for NZ joining the UK in sanctioning Israel over illegal West Bank settlements

The government insists sanctioning Israel is too complex so close to an election. But New Zealand also has obligations under international law it shouldn’t ignore.

Coalition retains clear lead in Victorian Resolve poll, while federal polls are mixed

Labor is likely to lose the Victorian election, but it’s unclear whether the Coalition will be able to govern in majority or need support from One Nation.

Why the Supreme Court blocked Trump and the Postal Service from restricting mail-in voting for the midterms

An election law scholar explains the president’s effort to dramatically limit mail voting ahead of the midterm elections – and why the court decided to block it.

Our new research shows humans have maligned bandicoots for decades, making them more vulnerable to extinction

Humans have had a complex relationship with this marsupial, known for its pointy snout, thin tail and large hind feet.

How does unthinkable policy become inevitable? The ‘Overton window’ is one possible answer

It was once deemed crazy to get rid of protective tariffs. Privatising state banks was inconceivable. Both are now commonplace, but how does this happen?

Bluster and betrayal: Paul Barry probes how steel tycoon Sanjeev Gupta hoodwinked the powerful

Amid news that 500 jobs will go at the Whyalla steelworks, once owned by Gupta’s GFG Alliance, The Big Steal is a powerful – and timely – work of journalism.

David Hockney: Portraits in Print reveals lesser-known aspects of the celebrated artist

The National Gallery of Australia exhibition showcases the late British artist’s mastery of intimate detail and talent for connection

Was there really a female king in ancient Egypt 5,000 years ago? New study says yes

Meretneith was buried in a tomb fit for a male ruler. But for decades, debate has raged over her true royal status.

Why Sydney Sweeney’s controversial advert goes beyond sexualising women’s sport

The discussion surrounding the American actor’s ad raises bigger questions about the attention placed on women’s bodies, not just in sport.

Hanson ‘regrets’ hurt caused by remark about ‘primitive’ First Nations people

After facing a barrage of criticism for her comments, the One Nation leader says it was not her intention to cause hurt.

AFP commissioner urges ‘conversation’ about link between Australians’ level of illicit drug use and organised crime

Krissy Barrett’s call comes after recent murders in Sydney linked to organised crime included two cases of mistaken identity in one week.

Poorly fitting sports bras are forcing some women and girls away from sport – new research

Most decision-makers in sport think girls and women would benefit from learning about sports bra design, fit and support. Less than 1% offer this education.

175 years of university architecture reflects Australian history. We shouldn’t let that history be lost

University campuses reflect the layers of architectural and landscape styles that have shaped our cities and suburbs.

Khalil Accuses Columbia of Discrimination in New Lawsuit

Khalil Accuses Columbia of Discrimination in New Lawsuit Josh Moody Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM Mahmoud Khalil and other current and former students sued Columbia University for allegedly failing to protect them from harassment tied to pro-Palestinian protests in 2024.

Marist Will Match NY Public University Tuition for Some Students

Marist Will Match NY Public University Tuition for Some Students Johanna Alonso Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Johanna Alonso

New Book Chronicles 50 Adult Learner “Comeback” Stories

New Book Chronicles 50 Adult Learner “Comeback” Stories Olivia.sanchez Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM The authors recommend supporting adult learners with credit-for-prior-learning initiatives, debt forgiveness and flexible scheduling options for courses and campus services.

Carleton College Adopts No-Loan Financial Aid Policy

Carleton College Adopts No-Loan Financial Aid Policy jessica.blake@… Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Jessica Blake

Featured Gig: Learning Design at Brown University

Featured Gig: Learning Design at Brown University joshua.m.kim@d… Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM 4 questions for Melissa Kane, Director of Online Program Development. Byline(s) Joshua Kim

Colleges Pay Athletes—Now Teach Them How to Manage the Money

Colleges Pay Athletes—Now Teach Them How to Manage the Money Elizabeth Redden Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM In the new era of revenue sharing, colleges should make a meaningful financial literacy course mandatory for athletes.

The Irony: Anti-Intellectualism in the U.S.

The Irony: Anti-Intellectualism in the U.S.

Republican Bill Aims to Cap Numbers of International Student Athletes

Republican Bill Aims to Cap Numbers of International Student Athletes jessica.blake@… Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Jessica Blake

Auburn Faculty Protest Board’s Curricular Overhaul

Auburn Faculty Protest Board’s Curricular Overhaul Emma Whitford Tue, 09/15/2026 - 03:00 AM Three months after the Board of Trustees abolished the faculty senate and gave itself curricular control, faculty are back on campus and making their disapproval known.

UK universities are on the brink — what is their greatest source of stress?

Nature, Published online: 14 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02608-z Nature asked eight leaders in higher education what they thought about the state of UK institutions. Here’s how they answered.

Cyber attacks? Bioterrorism? To ‘Pace the Frontier’ of AI effectively, we must improve our anticipatory thinking

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei argues for slowing the pace of AI development globally. We must use this time to learn how to anticipate, and test for, future threats.

APOD: 2026 September 13 – Comet NEOWISE Rising over the Adriatic Sea

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APOD: 2026 September 14 – Where Your Elements Came From

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APOD: 2026 September 15 – A Daytime Eclipse: Moon Occults Venus

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No cities on the moon — there isn't enough water, scientists say (op-ed)

The discovery of water at the poles of the moon has inspired speculation about whether we can build there – cities, industrial neighborhoods, places where people work and live.

Watch live: Jeffries gives remarks as AI safety concerns mount

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) will speak with reporters Monday afternoon as calls for guardrails around artificial intelligence (AI) build after industry experts raised red flags around safety of the emerging technology.

Mideast live: Yemen’s Houthis say they targeted military facilities in Saudi Arabia

Yemen's Houthis on Monday said they fired dozens of drones and ballistic missiles at military targets in Saudi Arabia.

“Parachute science” is failing the tropics, home to more than 80% of insect species

Insects quietly hold much of the natural world together, yet conservation efforts are overlooking the tropical regions where more than 80 percent of insect species live.

WATCH LIVE: Rubio holds news conference with Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is wrapping up his three-nation South America tour of conservative-led countries in Peru on Thursday as President Donald Trump's administration steps up its counternarcotics and immigration efforts throughout the Western Hemisphere.

Where people go shapes urban mixing more than where they live, research finds

For millennia, people have been drawn to cities for opportunities, jobs and the possibility of sharing a sidewalk with diverse and interesting groups of people.

IAEA chief underscores commitment to nuclear safety and verification

The Director General of the UN nuclear watchdog, IAEA, opened its 70th General Conference on Monday in Vienna with a message full of optimism, stressing that despite the many difficulties and tensions the world is witnessing a “common spirit of dedication” which still guides thei

What Can New York City’s Crime Prevention Efforts Teach Us About Gun Violence?

There is a core tenet to the Cure Violence method: Gun violence behaves like a contagious disease, and its spread can be controlled using public health strategies.

Alyssa Erdel: Deputy chief of staff, House Republican Conference

Heading up member services is a “chameleon position,” Alyssa Erdel says — highly adaptable depending on the vision of the lawmaker in charge, whether for the House’s Republican Conference or in a committee.

Kennedy to deliver keynote for anti-vaccine group he once led

RFK Jr. worked to distance himself from Children's Health Defense, the anti-vaccine group he once led. Now, he's delivering a keynote at CHD's conference.

Don't miss Venus shine beside the crescent moon at sunset tonight

Look west at sunset on Sept.

James Webb Space Telescope discovers the rings of tiny solar system body Chariklo are changing

Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have discovered that the ring system of a tiny solar system body is even more interesting than they knew.

On this day in space! Sept. 13, 2007: Japan launches Kaguya spacecraft to the moon to map the lunar surface in HD

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James Webb Space Telescope and Hubble discover 27 puzzling new objects orbiting the sun far beyond Neptune

The Hubble and James Webb space telescopes have teamed up to target some of the smallest, most distant objects in the solar system, discovering that the history of these tiny objects is more puzzling than we'd realized.

Is there a hidden 'Planet 9' in our solar system?

For more than a century, astronomers have been captivated by the idea that an undiscovered planet could be lurking in the furthest reaches of our solar system.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS likely formed where its star's light couldn't touch it

It has now been just over a year since the comet 3I/ATLAS first captured the world's attention as the third known object to fly through our solar system from beyond.

The US government is 'sincere in its efforts to understand UAP', new White House council chair says

Whatever they are and from where, UFOs, now known as Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena or UAP, are the subject of serious scrutiny at the highest levels of the U.S.

The warmest summer on record: 2026 hit a scorching new high in the US

If this summer felt hotter than usual, you're not alone.

Impact of colonisation on First Nations people far greater than previous estimates, research finds

Did You Suffer a Sweltering August? You Weren't Alone. It Tied for the Month With the Hottest Global Temperatures on Record

Last month, the air temperature averaged 62.53 degrees Fahrenheit, tying with July 2023 as the toastiest month ever documented by the European Union's climate service

A Finnish Metal Detectorist Was Shocked to Unearth a Trove of Viking Age Silver in His Hometown. Then His Detector Went Off Again

Weighing a combined ten pounds, the artifacts are estimated to be 1,000 years old and constitute Finland’s largest coin hoard of the era

Scientists Find a Trove of Denisovan Fossils and Tools in Southwest China, Giving an Unprecedented Glimpse Into Our Extinct Cousins' Lives

Relatively few fossils belonging to the enigmatic early human have been unearthed in the past. Two new studies describe seven Denisovan fossils and more than 1,300 stone and bone tools

Watch an Elusive and Ethereal Bigfin Squid Float Above the Seafloor Off Central California

This marks the first time the mysterious creature has been seen alive in the northeastern Pacific Ocean. It was spotted last month by scientists on an expedition to study marine life near underwater mountains

A Rare Nazi-Looted Painting, Lost for Some 80 Years, Turned Up in a Real Estate Listing. Now, a Judge Has Ordered It Returned to Its Rightful Heirs

Missing since it was stolen in Amsterdam in 1945, Giacomo Ceruti’s ‘Portrait of a Lady’ will be restored to its true owners, a court in Argentina has ruled in a landmark decision

Princess Diana's 'Revenge Dress' Is Heading to Auction for the First Time in Nearly 30 Years

The fashion icon wore the strapless silk frock the same day her then-estranged husband publicly admitted to having an affair

See Nine Stunning Images from This Year's Ocean Photographer of the Year Contest That Show the Majesty of Marine Life

From seahorse farewells to saving a stranded whale, the photos capture the diversity and beauty of sea creatures—but also the perils they face

Montana Built a $107 Million Museum. Its Smallest Room Says a Lot About the Thought That Went Into Designing the Space

The Montana Heritage Center in Helena has a smudge room. It is open to the public and teaches non-Native visitors why a room dedicated to the burning of cleansing materials, a practice of many Indigenous cultures, is needed

Unsealed for the First Time in 600 Years, This Tomb in Peru Was Just Declared the 'Discovery of the Decade'

Archaeologists excavating Chan Chan, the capital of the pre-Inca Chimú civilization, found an undisturbed mausoleum that held the remains of at least 38 individuals, as well as a trove of rich funerary goods

World Maps Might Soon Get an Upgrade. The United Nations Votes to Endorse Global Charts That Better Represent Africa's True Size

The most widely used global map is almost 500 years old and was designed for navigation. But landmasses near the poles look larger than their actual relative sizes, and those near the equator look much smaller

Scientists find how “zombie” cells fuel inflammation as we age

Scientists discovered that aging cells can use malfunctioning mitochondria to unlock inflammatory genes and keep the immune system stuck in a prolonged state of alert.

CERN finds gluons behaving strangely deep inside atomic nuclei

Physicists at CERN have found a new way to peer deep inside atomic nuclei and distinguish between two competing explanations for how gluons behave.

Scientists find water was fueling volcanoes 3 billion years ago

Ancient rocks from Western Australia suggest water was reaching deep inside Earth more than three billion years ago, long before modern plate tectonics may have fully developed.

Venus’s pale yellow clouds may hide something surprisingly dark

A century-old mystery in Venus’s clouds just became more intriguing, as scientists calculated how strongly the unidentified material behind its dark ultraviolet patterns must absorb light.

Physicists discover a hidden “curveball” in quantum light

Researchers have experimentally demonstrated the optical Magnus effect for the first time, revealing that a tightly focused laser interacts most strongly with an atom slightly away from the beam’s center.

Global warming is breaking a 400-year climate link between two oceans

The Indian and Pacific oceans have been climatically linked for centuries, but scientists say that connection is now breaking down in an exceptional way.

Physicists can’t agree on how the Universe works

A massive worldwide survey of physicists has revealed surprisingly little agreement about some of the universe’s biggest mysteries.

Scientists are building a microscope powered by a quantum computer

Scientists are combining an electron microscope with a quantum computer to squeeze far more information from each electron. The approach could reveal faint details with fewer electrons, helping protect fragile samples that conventional microscopy can damage.

Back-to-back Arctic storms can double sea ice loss

Scientists have found that Arctic cyclones become especially destructive when several strike one after another.