INSANE: 4 - The Real Truth

New ways to survive heatwaves

Evidence shows cities can reduce heat impacts and protect residents

360info · Dec 29, 2022

Scientists hope completely tasteless product is the solution to Australian diets lacking in fibre

Are you eating enough fibre? The answer, according to one dietitian, is probably not. Thankfully, science is working on a solution.

ABC News · Dec 17, 2022

How superblocks can free up and improve CBD space for the people of Melbourne – a step-by-step guide

For 185 years, Melbourne’s Hoddle Grid – the ordered layout of CBD streets and blocks designed in 1837 – has dictated the flow of people and vehicles in the city centre. But how well does the grid serve 21st-century needs?

The Conversation · Nov 16, 2022

Helen Haines says the current government has gagged debate in parliament more than any government in history. Is that correct?

Independent MP for the seat of Indi, Helen Haines, says the current government has moved to gag debate in parliament more than any government in history. RMIT ABC Fact Check crunches the numbers.

ABC News · May 10, 2022

Cutting through the accusations and acrimony to get to the facts of the second leaders' debate

The second leaders' debate on the Nine Network was full of accusations and acrimony. RMIT ABC Fact Check cuts through the shouting to bring you the facts.

ABC News · May 9, 2022

Australia lags behind New Zealand, Taiwan and Timor-Leste on World Press Freedom Index

Reporters Without Borders describes press freedom in Australia as "fragile", citing a high concentration of media ownership and growing political threats.

ABC News · May 4, 2022

Anthony Albanese says debt and deficit have never been higher. Is that correct?

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese says that debt and deficit in Australia have never been higher. RMIT ABC Fact Check takes a look at the history books.

ABC News · May 1, 2022

Scott Morrison says Australia's emissions record is better than the US, NZ, Canada, Japan and many European countries. Is that correct?

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia has reduced emissions by around 20 per cent, and that this is a better record than the US, NZ, Canada, Japan and many European countries. Is that correct? RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

ABC News · Apr 5, 2022

Josh Frydenberg let the figures fly during the budget speech. Here's what you need to know to sort the fact from the spin

Budget speeches are prone to flourishes and embellishment, with treasurers attempting to present their government's record in the best light. With figures flying thick and fast, RMIT ABC Fact Check sorts fact from spin.

ABC News · Mar 30, 2022

Bacteria-Shredding Insect Wings Inspire New Antibacterial Packaging

An Australian-Japanese research team has developed a new antibacterial polymer inspired by insects’ wings for use on food packaging to improve shelf life and reduce waste. The new product was announced in the journal ACS Applied Nano Materials on March 27. Dragonfly and cicada wings are covered by a vast…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 30, 2022