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RMIT University Media Release  The federal government is considering plans requiring platforms to let users opt out of algorithm‑curated feeds and switch to a chronological view. But an RMIT expert says the proposal misses a critical […]

By Andrew Klein and Sera Elizabeth Klein Dedicated to every Australian who believed the promise – and is still waiting for the delivery. Abstract This article examines the prime ministership of Anthony Albanese through the […]

International responses to Israel’s policies in the occupied West Bank, notably regarding redrawing the ethnic composition of the territory, have been a slow burn affair. Condemnation and admonitions have issued from various international bodies and […]

How Military Interests Trump European Security By Dr Dan Steinbock    The collision of an aging population, escalating climate damages, and massive remilitarization is set to present an unprecedented, compounding threat to the future well-being […]

By James Moore It would be nice to spend billions on schools and roads, but right now that money is desperately needed for political ads. (Andy Borowitz, funny human). I spent several years of my […]

“He was naturally suspicious of white strangers, having spent twenty-seven months in prison for actions would not have been ‘crime’ had a white man committed them.” (In the spirit of Crazy Horse, page xxxix). “The […]

In the unpardonable ecosystem of graft, favours and corruption that is defence contracting, defence conferencing and all matters tanking over the thinking – in short, the world of defence – the convenient delusion will always […]

By Denis Hay    The uncomfortable question Australia should ask Australia describes itself as a democracy in which every citizen has an equal vote. But does every citizen have an equal political voice? Consider two situations. […]

 There is much in the nature of a map. The very drawing of a line signifies an assertion, an acceptance, or even a repudiation of power. Borders are delineated for reasons of interest and understanding. […]

Monash University Media Release  Monash University experts comment on prime minister Anthony Albanese’s announcement of new legislation to give Australians greater control over social media algorithms, and how this would protect against misogynistic content, the […]