Why modern pop music lacks emotional power
New research shows pop melodies have become less complex since 2000, explaining why songs like Queen's Don't Stop Me Now create stronger emotional responses than modern hits.
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Australian Patch Monitors Unborn Babies at Home
Australian researchers develop revolutionary wearable patch to track fetal movements at home. This breakthrough technology could transform prenatal care for expectant mothers.
QGAir Rescue Helicopter Staffing Crisis Revealed
Explosive allegations reveal QGAir rescue helicopter service operating with skeleton crews, raising serious safety concerns. Read the full investigation.
21,000 Aussies Have Metastatic Breast Cancer
Shocking new data reveals double the estimated Australians living with incurable breast cancer. Learn about the urgent need for research and support.
WA family's $3M race to save toddler's life
Perth family races to raise $3 million for two-year-old Aurelia Patel's lifesaving heart and lung transplant in the US after Australian options exhausted.
Green Perth Offices Get 7% Higher Rent
JLL research reveals Perth's top-rated sustainable offices can charge 7% more rent, with fully electric buildings seeing a 23.4% national premium. Discover the financial benefits of green retrofitting.
Critical Staff Shortages Hit QGAir Emergency Fleet
Queensland's emergency air service QGAir faces critical staffing shortages, risking patient transfers. Health Minister Shannon Fentiman confirms urgent action needed.
SA Experts Launch Algal Bloom Health Study
South Australian researchers are taking action to investigate the human health impacts of harmful algal blooms, addressing sore throats and breathing issues.
Missing Person Sunny: Newcastle Search Continues
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
Local Media Drives Medical Practice Success in Wollongong
Helios Medical Rooms in Wollongong boosted patient numbers through local advertising with ACM. Discover how community-focused marketing builds trust and delivers real results for Australian small businesses.
$4.3M Surgical Robot Fundraiser Success for North QLD
North Queensland celebrates record $4.3M fundraiser securing life-saving surgical robot technology. This groundbreaking achievement will transform regional healthcare access.
Hunter coal crucial amid record global demand
NSW Minerals Council CEO argues Hunter coal mining remains vital for regional economy as global demand hits record 8.8 billion tonnes. Learn why supply restrictions would backfire.
Hunter clean energy project slammed for biodiversity loss
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Hunter Photography Prize 2026: Entries Now Open
Newcastle Herald's Hunter Photography Prize is back for 2026. Open to amateur photographers in the Hunter Region. Enter by January 20, 2026 for your chance to win.
State of Australia's Children Report Reveals Critical Challenges
Groundbreaking report shows Australian children's wellbeing at critical juncture. Mental health concerns rise while education gaps persist. Urgent action needed.
Bali methanol poisoning victim airlifted to Russia
Russian tourist Andrei Borodin evacuated from Bali after suspected methanol poisoning leaves him in coma with $128,000 medical bill. Read the latest on this health crisis.
Burt Kennedy's mental health mission after sister's death
Maitland's Burt Kennedy continues his mental health advocacy, screening his documentary after his sister's suicide to raise funds for Black Dog Institute and inspire others to keep going.
Aurelia's family races for millions for transplant
The family of Perth toddler Aurelia Patel is in a desperate race against time to raise millions for a life-saving heart and lung transplant overseas after Australian options were exhausted.
Doctor's Registration Cancelled Over Privacy Breach
Perth doctor Anita Titus-George had her medical registration cancelled after sharing patient information with her ex-husband. Learn about the serious privacy violations.
1.2 Million Temporary Visa Holders in Australia
New report reveals 1.2 million temporary visa holders have settled in Australia since pandemic. Political debate heats up over migration policy and infrastructure pressures.
CSIRO cuts 350 science jobs as funding crisis deepens
Australia's premier science agency CSIRO is cutting 350 research positions despite chronic underfunding. Learn how this threatens innovation and why experts warn it's becoming a 'glorified consultancy'.
CSIRO to slash 350 research jobs in funding crisis
Australia's national science agency CSIRO plans to cut 350 positions due to government funding shortfalls, sparking outrage from experts who warn it threatens the nation's research future.
Hunter hospitals face budget crisis amid patient strain
Hunter New England Health requires financial bailouts as Grattan Institute reveals hospitals are 'held back by bogus budgets'. Discover the systemic funding issues affecting patient care.
Canberra Sport Awards: Raiders, Peel, Vine Honoured
Canberra Raiders crowned Team of the Year at the 2025 Canberra Sport Awards. Laura Peel and Jay Vine take top athlete honours. Plus, AIS Arena woes and groundbreaking Olympic research.
VAD deaths surge in WA, staff shortages feared
Voluntary assisted dying deaths in Western Australia jumped 65% last financial year, prompting urgent warnings of practitioner shortages and workforce burnout risks.
CSIRO environmental research unit faces major job cuts
CSIRO confirms up to 150 environmental scientists will lose jobs as agency shifts focus to revenue-generating sectors. Critics call decision 'deeply concerning' for Australia's climate future.
Australian Hunt for Asthma Cure Using AI
Newcastle researchers are pioneering a national effort to find an asthma cure using artificial intelligence and genetics, challenging long-held beliefs about the disease's incurability.
CSIRO slashes 350 jobs, threatening scientific future
Australia's CSIRO cuts 350 positions amid funding decline, risking groundbreaking research like Wi-Fi. Experts warn this threatens our national innovation capacity and economic future.
$100M funding boost for CSIRO amid job cuts crisis
The Albanese government announces $100M+ funding for CSIRO to address building repairs and equipment upgrades while the agency faces 350 job cuts. Read the full details.
CSIRO Restructure: 357 Jobs Cut in Major Overhaul
Australia's national science agency CSIRO reveals major organizational restructure affecting 357 positions. Minister Ed Husic announces strategic shift to focus on national priorities. Read the full details.
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