Seventeen years before the COVID-19 pandemic was declared, another mysterious, virulent respiratory illness suddenly appeared — SARS. On the Enright Files, conversations with public health experts from those unnerving times, as they were assessing what we learned from the SARS and Ebola outbreaks.

Concerns about the novel coronavirus have spurred some people to stockpile masks, bottles of hand sanitizer, food and other supplies. Parents, meanwhile, are cancelling school trips and family vacations — and wondering how much of a hit their wallet will take in the process.

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?

Is the pandemic having a chastening effect on our politics, bringing voters back to the real-world consequences of political decisions, or is the pandemic in fact playing right into the hands of populist politicians, creating ideal conditions in which to fan the flames or fear, resentment and mutual suspicion?

Dancefloor joy and broken hearts on Vandross’ third album.

A superior selection of dub-infused disco from one of soul’s most underrated talents.

A ridiculously optimistic and happy third album from the Belfast band.

On today's show: * What's remdesivir? * Where does it come from? * What do we know about side effects? * What about that study from China that found it provided no benefit? * Is lifting restrictions now too risky? * What does all the research into SARS-CoV-2 mean for the common cold?

Have you seen the photos of the Himalayas, with unusually clear blue skies? These have been matched by reports that China's carbon emissions have dropped by a quarter. Some people are speculating that air pollution has dropped in Australia too, because more of us have been staying at home, driving less and staying away from airports. But is that true? And what happens when things swing back into gear?

Cherry-picked cuts from the catalogue of He Who Carries Death In His Pouch.

YouTube are stepping up their fight against fake news by introducing an all new fact checking feature.

A diplomatic spat between Australia and China appears to be escalating, with accusations of unprofessional conduct and petty games.

As debate about when schools should resume face-to-face teaching continues, there are new concerns about what impact COVID-19 can have on children after they've recovered from the virus.

If the home teaching ideas are starting to run thin, trust us, you're not alone. Dr Karl joins RN Drive to share a few great ideas for making science fun at home.

The successes of eradicating the virus between states and territories is varying widely - South Australia has recorded its 12th consecutive day of no new cases, but in Victoria there were 22 new cases today after an outbreak at a meatworks.

Millions of parents across the country are struggling with remote learning during coronavirus quarantine measures - but others are choosing to 'unschool' their kids on a longer term basis.

New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern today joined Australia's National Cabinet meeting to discuss the possibility of a trans-Tasman bubble, and her Deputy PM Winston Peters says he hopes it can be established as soon as possible.

Last month, the government of Malawi tried to impose a lockdown, but was knocked back by the courts.

The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission is threatening to revoke the license of the facility at the centre of a deadly COVID-19 outbreak at Penrith in Sydney's west.

According to a new model of measuring burnout symptoms, our personality types, along with our at-home juggle, may be impacting our achievement levels.

South Korea has this week further relaxed their social distancing rules, allowing a phased reopening of businesses as the nation has largely managed to get on top of the coronavirus outbreak.

Have you been paying attention to the news this week?

The Nashville singer is due some rather larger crowds based on this great fourth LP.

A fifth solo album somewhat unbalanced by inappropriate guest turns.

Folk collective reaps quirky rewards from genre-crossing.

The hardcore trailblazers may have another classic LP in them, but this isn’t it.

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has told the army to shoot to kill anyone who violates strict COVID-19 lockdowns. Has he gone too far, or is this just more of the strong-man machismo that made him so popular? We talk to Sheila Coronel, Professor of Investigative Journalism at the Columbia Journalism School. Also, why don't Australian prime ministers leave quietly? Australia has had 30 prime ministers since its Federation in 1901. According to political historian Norman Abjorensen they all have one thing in common: a marked reluctance to relinquish power.

Crocodiles have been reported as far south as Angourie in northern New South Wales, but did they ever inhabit the region?

Floodwaters more than 50 kilometres wide came through Queensland's Channel Country earlier this year, but the extended weather forecast is not promising a return to average rainfalls.

Floodwaters that crippled North Queensland's cattle industry have turned the Channel Country further downstream into a landscape of dramatic contrasts.

Generations of droving families have been running cattle through outback Queensland, but that could soon end as young people leave the regions in search of other opportunities.

Often underprepared but determined to live the dream, hordes of grey nomads are keeping the Royal Flying Doctor Service busy in the outback.

Winton shines in the new television series, Total Control, starring Deborah Mailman and Rachel Griffiths.

The outback Queensland town of Barcaldine has officially set a new world record for the longest line of motorhomes.

When outback pioneering single mother Mary Emmott started rainfall records in 1914 she had no idea how important they would be.

Emus have once again mobbed the streets of Longreach in search of food and water. While some locals say the number of chicks is a good omen for the wet season, an expert says the birds simply "lay and hope for the best."

Outback Queensland towns are celebrating after much-needed rain, but the effects may not flow on downstream.

COVID-19 tests within 48 hours required.

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Saline County juveniles are free to roam, but they are encouraged to follow directives on social distancing. They will, right?

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Another writer has questions about how Asa Hutchinson and four other governors declared victory in their policies of coping with coronavirus.

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A bushfire that was threatening lives and homes in Bridgetown in Western Australia's South West is contained and an emergency warning downgraded.

South West farmers accuse Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce of knocking back Wellington Dam desalination funding in favour of cash splashes in the east.

The town of Nannup is in limbo with the closure of a historical timber mill, with 30 jobs axed