Online gaming platform Roblox has given a court-enforceable undertaking to Australia’s online safety regulator to do more “to …
Troy Oakes
Troy Oakes
Troy was born and raised in Australia and has always wanted to know why and how things work, which led him to his love for science. He is a professional photographer and enjoys taking pictures of Australia's beautiful landscapes. He is also a professional storm chaser where he currently lives in Hervey Bay, Australia.
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Technology
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Whenever there’s a series of destructive or notable earthquakes, scientists get asked the same question: are earthquakes becoming …
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Science Unmasked
Is the Laundry Still Damp, or Just Cold? Why Your Skin Can’t Tell the Difference
by Troy OakesIt’s a cold winter afternoon, and you’ve just brought the washing in. Suddenly, you pause. Are these clothes …
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Technology
AI Bias Isn’t Just an Error in the Algorithm. It’s a Chain of Human Decisions
by Troy OakesIn the United States, leading HR software company Workday is currently facing a lawsuit over its use of job screening …
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It has never been fully understood how our atmosphere protects us from meteoroid impacts. It’s well recognized that …
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Space
China Is Launching a Moon Mission to Find Water Ice. It’s Unlike Anything NASA Has Done
by Troy OakesHow do you explore a place where the Sun never shines? China’s space program will soon embark on …
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Many beginners abandon meditation quickly because they expect immediate mental silence Most people who set out to learn …
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Quantum computers are expected to transform many facets of science and industry over the next decade or so …
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Technology
Regional and Rural Australians ‘Left Behind’ by Telco Services — New Report
by Troy OakesThe 7 million Australians who live and work in regional, rural and remote Australia are being “left behind” …
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Science Unmasked
Play-Fighting or Just Fighting? New Study Suggests a Rethink on How We Play With Cats
by Troy OakesHave you ever watched online videos of people “playing” with cats and noticed the cat doesn’t actually look …