ABC FeedsAdvocates call for more genetic screening for disease risks
By Shalailah Medhora
Researchers say one in 50 young people aged 18 to 40 have genetic variants that put them at risk of developing cancer or heart problems.
How cutting diplomatic ties with Tehran has affected Australia's Iranian community
By Shalailah Medhora
The shock expulsion of the Iranian ambassador to Australia has caused a ripple effect through three different communities here, with many fearful of Tehran's power on foreign soil.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-30/community-reaction-to-iran-diplomatic-ties/105713788
More young people are reporting coercive control from peers
By Shalailah Medhora
Support service Kids Helpline has received more than 1,000 reports from young people of abusive and controlling behaviour from peers, including friends.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-26/young-people-coercive-control-friendships/105694776
#Friendship #DomesticViolence #MentalHealth #SocialMedia #ShalailahMedhora
HECS debts are being cut by 20 per cent. Will it make university fairer?
By Shalailah Medhora
The government's pre-election pledge to cut student loans by 20 per cent proved incredibly popular with voters. But will it help to fix issues in the tertiary education system?
#HigherEducation #GovernmentandPolitics #Universities #FederalGovernment #FederalParliament #ShalailahMedhora
What it's like being the youngest person in parliament
By Shalailah Medhora
The new session of federal parliament is one of the youngest and most diverse ever. What is it like being a younger person in the corridors of power?
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-21/being-the-youngest-in-parliament/105547880
