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What happens when coal mines close and renewable energy takes over?

The Hunter region of New South Wales has long been associated with coal mining and energy production. As the transition to renewable energy ramps up, key players are trying to make sure there's enough jobs for workers who will be displaced. And taking advantage of the sites that played a key role in coal-fired energy generation, for a renewable future.

Tuna Wars: Local communities vital to sustain fishing grounds

Some Pacific Island Nations are facing a decline in tuna harvest, by 20 per cent on average, by 2050 - with experts warning climate-related fish migration could pose a looming threat to food security and economies across the region. In Solomon Islands, more than 90 per cent of inshore coastal areas fall under customary marine tenure - casting community-led solutions as vital to the sustainability of local fishing grounds. And this feature was produced with support from the Pulitzer Centre.

'Bitterly disappointed': Outrage over Laos methanol charges

The outcome of an investigation into the death of Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles has sparked widespread outrage. The Australian teens were among six foreign nations who died after drinking shots contaminated with methanol while backpacking in Laos almost two years ago. Although the owner of a distillery has now been charged, authorities in Laos are being accused of failing to ensure justice is done.

An alert will sound across the country on July 27. Advocates worry it will place some women at risk

On July 27, a loud alarm will blare from every mobile phone in Australia. It’s part of testing for the new AusAlert system, which will inform people about emergencies in their area, including natural disasters, public safety threats and bio-security incidents. But there are concerns the alert could put victim-survivors of family and domestic violence with hidden phones at risk.

'Game changer': New blood test could enable Alzheimer's detection years before symptoms

A blood test may predict the start of Alzheimer's symptoms years in advance and doctors say it could become a game changer. The study shows a blood test can help identify healthy people at high risk for Alzheimer's disease and how far their disease has progressed.