Weighing up risk: making decisions about home insurance in a changing climate
25 Sep 2023
A UNSW Sydney scientist explains some of the psychological processes that influence our decision making around home insurance and climate change.
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'Nature positive' isn’t just planting a few trees – it's actually stopping the damage we do
‘Nature positive’ isn’t just planting a few trees – it’s actually stopping the damage we do
22 Sep 2023
Nature positive is the new rallying cry to reverse environmental decline. But it could easily become greenwash – if we’re not careful.
The next gold rush is far, far away – and closer than you think
The next gold rush is far, far away – and closer than you think
22 Sep 2023
As space exploration and colonisation expand, off-Earth resources will create a booming market.
Why you're probably paying more interest on your mortgage than you think
Why you’re probably paying more interest on your mortgage than you think
22 Sep 2023
The way banks calculate interest means that Australian borrowers who sign up to pay 5.95% per annum pay something closer to 6.11%.
One in three women have a baby in their first IVF cycle: report
One in three women have a baby in their first IVF cycle: report
22 Sep 2023
The annual IVF report from UNSW reveals the latest numbers and trends in assisted reproductive technology.
Why do I get so much spam and unwanted email in my inbox? And how can I get rid of it?
Why do I get so much spam and unwanted email in my inbox? And how can I get rid of it?
21 Sep 2023
One of the first ‘spam’ messages on record was sent in 1854.
State and territory Voice ballots are counted differently – is that fair?
State and territory Voice ballots are counted differently – is that fair?
19 Sep 2023
From a legal standpoint, there is a difference between a state and a territory, and for some that justifies giving territory voters less say.
Eastern grey kangaroos may foster long-term relationships, say UNSW scientists
Eastern grey kangaroos may foster long-term relationships, say UNSW scientists
21 Sep 2023
In a new study looking at animal behaviour, researchers analysed over 3000 photographs of a single kangaroo population.
Inform yourself: vote with reason, not in ignorance
Inform yourself: vote with reason, not in ignorance
21 Sep 2023
The No campaign line for the upcoming Voice referendum tells people they can’t figure out the issues, says the Dean of Law & Justice at UNSW Sydney.
Cracking the code: why people fall for scams
Cracking the code: why people fall for scams
20 Sep 2023
UNSW Business School experts explain the psychological factors that cause people to fall victim to scams – and what protection can be offered.