Why do some people believe the Earth is flat?
Although scientific evidence says the Earth is a sphere orbiting the Sun, there are some people around who still think our planet is flat... and social media plays a role
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Are redheads with blue eyes really going extinct?
Rumour has it that red-haired people with blue eyes are dying out - but what’s the truth about the future of this rarest genetic colour combination?
Would cockroaches really survive a nuclear apocalypse?
Cockroaches have a reputation for resilience, even when it comes to surviving a nuclear bomb and radiation - but would they really outlive us all?
#ICYMI - In Case You Missed It
Is transparency at work good for productivity?
In a time of remote working, questions around motivation and productivity are more important than ever. Is transparency the answer?
Taxing foreigners in the land of the ‘fair go’
Australia has signed treaties with eight other countries to protect their nationals from “more burdensome” taxation. But do our state and territory governments appreciate this?
Over the last 21 years, the highest earners received the most tax relief
Average tax rates have trended downwards since 2001 in Australia, but it’s still the high income earners who are getting the most benefit, shows the annual HILDA survey
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