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Matthew Ward Agius

Journalist with a background in history, science, health, climate and environment reporting.

Matthew Ward Agius reports on the things that make us human - history, culture, sports and politics - and the way science, climate and environment issues impact our place in a changing world.

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Featured stories by Matthew Ward Agius

Photos of astronauts on the moon with an American flag

AI can debunk conspiracy theories. Can it help your uncle?

US researchers launch an experimental chatbot that has shown an ability to reduce belief in conspiracy theories by 20%.
ScienceSeptember 12, 2024
Aaron James pictured one year after receiving the world’s first face and whole eye transplant

World-first face, eye transplant a 'cautious' success story

An electrical accident destroyed Aaron James' face, but a groundbreaking transplant has given him a new lease on life.
HealthSeptember 11, 2024
A stack of grilled Sausages

Eating processed meats raises type 2 diabetes risk

Two slices of ham a day are enough to raise type 2 diabetes risk by 15%, according to a new study.
ScienceAugust 26, 2024
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Stories by Matthew Ward Agius

MOSE in Venice

How technology can mitigate the risks of flooding

How technology can mitigate the risks of flooding

From mobile barriers to specialized dams, people are finding solutions to life-threatening floods across the globe.
ScienceSeptember 17, 2024
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Cat-eating conspiracies and a bot to stop 'em

Cat-eating conspiracies and a bot to stop 'em

Researchers have unveiled a 'soulless' new tool to stop us from becoming victims of half-truths and full-blown lies.
ScienceSeptember 12, 202430:00 min
A water tap.

Half the world lacks access to safe drinking water

Half the world lacks access to safe drinking water

Less than half of people around the world have access to safe drinking water.
HealthAugust 30, 2024
Mpox outbreak in South Kivu.

Congo 'working blindly' in attempts to control Mpox outbreak

Congo 'working blindly' in attempts to control Mpox outbreak

Low Mpox testing rates in DR Congo suggests true number of cases could be five times higher than reported.
HealthAugust 28, 2024
Polaris Dawn Mission spacesuit helmet

Polaris Dawn: another small step to Mars?

Polaris Dawn: another small step to Mars?

A private venture aims to perform a spacewalk in the hazardous Van Allen Belts and break a record for the highest orbit.
ScienceAugust 28, 2024
Colorful macarons stacked and half-eaten on a black surface, and a few cherries scattered and green leaves

Healthy eating: Why teens gorge and older people peck

Healthy eating: Why teens gorge and older people peck

Young people can eat everything in sight, older people lose appetite. Knowing why can help you stay healthy at any age.
HealthAugust 22, 2024
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