How much do your really know about our politicians? Have you all the information to assess their decision-making and policies?

The idea of progress has animated social reformers since the western enlightenment. With reason, science and individual rights at its core, this philosophy has transformed the western world over the last two hundred years. Harvard Professor Steven Pinker says these ideas are under threat and need to be defended.

In a changing world, where produce and people are moving like never before, Australia’s world class biosecurity defences are under challenge.

Marketers, motivation gurus, tech developers and advertising executives convince people they need specific products and services in order to be happy.

In a competitive job market tertiary education is seen as an essential and much of the school system is directed towards tertiary entrance. Universities offer different pathways for entrance and a range of study supports yet one in four students start, and don't finish, a degree. Is this always wasted time or a valuable learning experience?

The #MeToo movement has unleashed an avalanche of stories about sexual harassment and abuse. Supporters say it's the most effective way to shine a light on endemic sexual misconduct .

Critics argue it's trial by social media where untested allegations of serious crimes sit side by side with misdemeanours.

A woman's journey through the justice system

Having ethical values is a good thing, but the more important is the next step: Acing in them. Mary Gentile shows you how to do it.

Computer scientists are already working on this kind of technology. But should we trust AI to decide who is a criminal and what defines a crime?

You can spend alot of money on superfoods which claim to have exceptional benefits for your health. Do they really contain magical powers or are there other ways to get the same health benefit?