Episodios

  • IVF embryo ranking sparks designer baby concerns

    IVF embryo ranking sparks designer baby concerns
    Feb 7 2026
    Australian IVF clinics are offering polygenic testing that ranks embryos based on their likelihood of developing traits such as height, intelligence, hair colour, and chronic health conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and ADHD. Melbourne IVF and the Virtus Network consider this technology unproven and ethically problematic, distinguishing it from established single-gene screening for conditions like cystic fibrosis and cancer. The NHMRC currently governs IVF practices in Australia, permitting testing only to prevent known genetic conditions that cause suffering, not for traits influenced by environmental factors and lifestyle.

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  • Coalition reunion deal on the table

    Coalition reunion deal on the table
    Feb 7 2026
    The fractured coalition faces potential reconciliation as negotiations continue over a proposed deal involving three National Party frontbenchers. The politicians who voted against the Liberals on hate crime legislation would serve a collective six-week suspension before returning to the frontbench next month. Liberal leader Sussan Ley expresses confidence the agreement could be finalised today if no last-minute demands emerge from either side.

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  • Aussie dollar surges to multi-year highs

    Aussie dollar surges to multi-year highs
    Feb 7 2026
    The Australian dollar has reached its highest level against the US dollar in almost two years and is approaching a decades-long high against the Japanese yen, currently trading at 71 cents USD. The currency's strength is attributed to US dollar volatility, Australia's robust economy, and strong commodity prices. Travel experts recommend Australians take advantage of the favourable exchange rates for overseas holidays, particularly to destinations like Japan, New Zealand, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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  • Estonia's extreme sauna marathon challenge

    Estonia's extreme sauna marathon challenge
    Feb 7 2026
    Estonia hosts an annual sauna marathon where hundreds of competitors dressed in costumes sprint between saunas in sub-zero temperatures. The event features music, disco lights and attracts 900 participants from 20 countries, making it one of Europe's most unusual winter competitions.

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  • Search continues for Savannah Guthrie's missing mother

    Search continues for Savannah Guthrie's missing mother
    Feb 7 2026

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  • Arson investigation launched after Collingwood townhouse fire

    Arson investigation launched after Collingwood townhouse fire
    Feb 7 2026
    Victoria Police are investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed an abandoned townhouse in Collingwood, Melbourne's northeast. Fire crews responded to Johnson Street where flames had engulfed the second floor of the two-storey building, containing the blaze before it could spread. No injuries were reported as the building was unoccupied at the time of the incident.

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  • Australian stars shine at 2026 AACTA Awards

    Australian stars shine at 2026 AACTA Awards
    Feb 7 2026
    The 2026 AACTA Awards were held on the Gold Coast, celebrating Australian film and television talent. Sarah Snook received the AACTA Trailblazer Award, while other winners included Tom Gleeson, Sally Hawkins, and Richard Roxburgh. The event brought together stars from Australian productions, with 'Bring Her Back' winning Best Picture.

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  • Farmers Footprint helps growers prioritise health and regeneration

    Farmers Footprint helps growers prioritise health and regeneration
    Feb 6 2026
    Farmers Footprint is an Australian organisation working to transform agriculture by supporting farmer wellbeing and regenerative farming practices. The organisation offers free retreats where farmers learn stress management techniques and connect with others facing similar challenges of drought, floods and financial pressure. The initiative aims to improve farmer mental health, which in turn promotes healthier soil management and more nutritious food production across the country.

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