A preliminary study into semen quality has found that men who were likely to have eaten higher levels of pesticides had a lower sperm count. More Comments
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Australia is seeking public views on what its greenhouse gas emissions target should be ahead of an international meeting in December. More Comments
In the midst of a wasp plague, how can Australians enjoy the last warm days of the year outdoors without being harassed by European wasps? More Comments (44 comments)
The notion of allowing native Australian mammals to be kept as pets is merely a distraction from the more important discussion of their long-term conservation. More Comments (40 comments)
Plastics labelled biodegradable may not break down in landfill as advertised, according to new US research. More Comments
Far from hurling abuse, motorists should thank the next cyclist they see for pioneering the technology that makes their journey possible. More Comments (256 comments)
Arctic sea ice experiences its thinnest winter on record. Scientists believe climate change is to blame. More Comments
New research suggests that by controlling the local risks to the Reef, it's long-term future might be assured. More Comments
Yesterday David Leyonhjelm suggested keeping Australian native animals as pets to stave off extinction. It's an idea Mike Archer has been advocating for years. More Comments (49 comments)
The environmental, scientific, economic, philosophical and moral arguments stack up: it's time for South Australia to embrace nuclear power. More Comments (136 comments)