The human body is not a patchwork of separate systems. It's intricately connected, says neuroscientist Lisa Mosconi. She explains the relationship between our brains, hormones and reproductive organs.

There are various studies looking at changes to the virus genome — and the possible impact on how the virus affects humans. Here's what we know (and don't yet know) about mutations.

President Donald Trump voiced his disagreement with the Governor of Georgia's plan to reopen some of the state's businesses, saying it was "just too soon" to ease the lockdown. During his routine White House news conference on Wednesday, Trump said Governor Brian Kemp's decision to reopen bowling alleys, hair and beauty salons, tattoo parlors and other businesses on Friday is in violation of the federal guidelines he issued last week.

This week on The House, Champagne joins us to discuss the China question, infrastructure and city planning expert Nadine Ibrahim talks about high-speed rail and Chris Hall talks with former political strategists David Herle, Jenni Byrne and Scott Reid of the Herle Burly podcast.

The Dose and Dr. Brian Goldman separate fact from fiction regarding the rumour that COVID-19 spread to humans after it escaped from a lab in China.

Is there a way of responding to the coronavirus that is both effective and ethical? That contributes to the tasks of social cohesion and mutual concern?

On today's show: * I heard there are two strains. What’s that about? * Is there an accurate antibody test yet? * Would testing for antibodies at the airport mean I could avoid 14-day quarantine if I'd already had COVID-19? * I live in Australia and got sick before Christmas with coronavirus symptoms. Could I have had it? * Can Norman be President of the USA? And Norman's found a study that looked at anti-vaccination views and what that might mean if there's ever a SARS-COV-2 vaccine.

Australia's National Cabinet was joined by the New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to discuss the possibility of a trans-Tasman travel 'bubble' - but what do we need to be sure of before that can become a reality?

Sweden's virus experiment: death sentence, or a way forward?

They're some of the most senior figures in the country and are elected to represent the people, but are our politicians earning too much?

Sinead Mangan enjoys this whimsical fairytale, and so does her five year old daughter.

Locals call it mighty, but is there something in the stories that the Clarence River runs backwards?

22-year-old Max Quaglio refuses to let cerebral palsy get in the way of his dream of driving trucks.

Are some people born evil? If modern science could identify ‘evil’ people, would we have the responsibility to remove them from society? What is the difference between evil and merely bad? On Big Ideas a panel of experts explores the meaning of evil in a contemporary and historic sense. Evil is often seen as “profound immorality”. Yet at the same our notion of evil varies with culture, century and context.

A Mid North Coast school is bucking the state trend planning to have all its students on campus by May 11 and says a previous COVID-19 case has adequately prepared it for any future outbreaks.

The likes of Zoom, Skype and Hangouts have brought an added layer of awkward delays and pixelated faces to our meetings, staff briefings and catch-ups. But there are ways to make the experience less painful and more productive.

Australians' taste in beer is evolving and craft brands are on the rise, but that also means the nation's country pubs are changing.

Around one person dies on Victoria's rail lines every week, with most long-term train drivers experiencing at least one fatality in their career.

Daniel Mansbridge was seven kilometres into a 1,000-kilometre charity ride for children's cancer when he was knocked off his bicycle and bashed by a group of teenagers.

COVID-19 has resulted in widespread job losses — so what happens next for those who lost their jobs? ACOSS CEO Cassandra Goldie says if you're out of employment for more than 12 months, your chances of ever working again fall by 40 per cent. Is she correct?

According to medical experts, a condition that requires coloured glasses does not exist, yet WA and NSW teachers have attended training sessions on it.

"When it rains" may sound like the obvious answer, but nothing in the real world is that easy.

The new coronavirus has brought an increase in racism towards Australia's Asian community, but experts feel the current laws are not strong enough to deter offenders.

If you thought there were a lot more people around lately, you're not wrong. More and more people are out on the streets in Melbourne, anticipating an easing of coronavirus restrictions once the State of Emergency ends on May 11.

Sorell farmer Shane Newitt put six months of love into his giant pumpkin to compete at the Bream Creek Show, but its cancellation hasn't stopped him showing it off.

The husband of murdered outback nurse Gayle Woodford says new protections for nurses named in her honour are necessary, but is worried healthcare workers could still be at risk.

Commercial fishers, country towns and amateur anglers have their say on how they will be affected by the ban on snapper fishing for the next three years.

NSW Deputy Premier says asking mining companies to consider greenhouse gas emissions from Australian coal exports "doesn't pass the pub test"

Industry experts say consumers are often misguided about what is healthier between alternative and dairy milks, and some say branding is the issue.

A threat to close the Yallourn coal-fired power station earlier than planned has some asking whether Australia should look to Germany as a model for transition.

The child protection case officer responsible for murdered Canberra boy Bradyn Dillon is unable to say why she did not carry out more thorough checks on his abusive father when she was looking after the case in 2014.

Canberra hasn't become an off-the-grid island in the middle of New South Wales. So why is the ACT Government now calling the capital 100 per cent renewable?

Alcoholism is big problem in regional areas where health support is limited and the dangers of drink driving are made worse by distance.

Gen Fricker makes income tax interesting! Learn about income tax - what it is, how it works and when you have to pay it. Easy-peasy! Then test yourself with ASIC Moneysmart's "Things to think about" classroom exercises.  

Has the U.S. women's soccer team done enough to warrant salaries that match their male counterparts? The 360 gives you all the angles on heavily-debated topics in the news.

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(California Court of Appeal) - In an action alleging that a church, doing business as a camp, fraudulently concealed information from parents about a camp employee's suspected molestation of their minor daughter at its summer camp, the petition for writ of mandamus is granted because under the facts of this case disclosure of suspected molestation by a camp employee was within the scope of the camp's duty to minor and her parents.

(United States Fifth Circuit) - In an amended opinion, held that Louisiana statutes requiring certain erotic dancers at nightclubs to be 21 years of age or older was not unconstitutionally overbroad or vague. Vacated a preliminary injunction barring enforcement of the statutes.

(United States Seventh Circuit) - Held that an Iranian national may not appeal the revocation of his petition for conditional permanent residency. He had applied under the EB-5 admission category, which offers visas for immigrants who invest in new job-creating enterprises. Affirmed the ruling below, which concluded that Congress has stripped the courts of jurisdiction to review discretionary revocations of visa petitions.

SYDNEY is about to welcome the return of Odorama — a scratch and sniff movie experience that has to be smelled to be believed.

(California Court of Appeal) - Affirmed judgment for nonsuit. Plaintiff, a juvenile, sued Department of Children and Family Services for sexual abuse while she was in foster care. Trial court granted nonsuit because Defendant did not have a duty to protect Plaintiff from criminal actions of third parties. Appeals court affirmed, but modified cost award.

(United States Fifth Circuit) - Petition for rehearing granted. A lawsuit by a police officer hit by a thrown object during a protest against Black Lives Matter was properly dismissed, but his suit against the protest organizer should have been permitted to proceed.

(United States Second Circuit) - Held that a torture victim who had obtained a court judgment against a terrorist organization was not entitled to attach funds from the organization's blocked electronic fund transfers. The torture victim wanted several banks to turn over $36 million to him in order to satisfy a court judgment he had obtained against the terrorist organization in a U.S. court. In a 2-1 decision affirming the district court, the Second Circuit held that the punitively sanctioned organization's blocked assets were not subject to attachment.

(California Court of Appeal) - Held that a lawyer should not have been disqualified from representing a student-employee at a community college in a sexual harassment case. He did not violate California State Bar Rules of Professional Conduct concerning communications with represented parties when he contacted another student-employee seeking a witness statement. Granted writ relief.