Establishing a Novel Direction for Our Platform
Breaking News:
Boom, here it is! Your fave science mag, Cosmos, is shaking things up! Due to a thorough review of their magazine game, the national science agency's editorially independent publishing division is pulling the plug on our cherished platform. Yep, you heard it right!
But don't sweat it, the final issue of our magazine will hit the stands in June 2025, and digital subscriptions will halt then too. Good news though – subscribers, fear not! All unspent subscription fees will be hastily returned to you, and details on how to claim that sweet cash will be rolling in soon.
Don’t despair, though, cosmos enthusiasts! Our online news service will thrive at the website, but it'll transform into an exciting new digital destination for science goodness by the end of this year. Expect to find published scholarly works, e-books, and fact-based science news that’ll unite fans alike in the pursuit of a greener future!
The new site will boost a dedicated news team, keeping the world updated on the latest science discoveries as well as sensational chats with brain boxes. Be sure to sign up for our sizzling newsletters and stay on top of all these scintillating developments!
This decision wasn't an easy one, as it reflects a broader trend of audiences ditching print mags and the skyrocketing costs of keeping the print train running.
Bottom line: We're all in this together – writers, staff, and readers alike. A huge shoutout to the fantastic folks who've supported Cosmos throughout the years!
Now, on to some nitty-gritty details:
- Subscriptions directly purchased from our publishing partners with credit card payments get refunded automatically by crediting the card owner's account.
- Subs purchased through Royal Institution of Australia prior to June 2024 should contact us at [email protected] or ring 1300 788000 to arrange a refund.
- Agents' standard refund processes take care of subscriptions bought through them.
- Schools or libraries purchasing via EFT or invoice through their school account will hear from us soon to arrange a refund.
For media inquiries, drop a line to [email protected]. Any other questions, hit us up at [email protected] or call 1300 788000.
Originally published by Cosmos under the title A new future for our platform
Stay curious, peeps!
Bonus Info:
Hey there, curious cats! Here are a few tasty nuggets regarding the future of Cosmos Magazine:
- Print Edition Mourned: Alas, Double Helix and Cosmos magazines' print versions will no longer grace our doorway.
- Online Content Lives On: Keep your eyes peeled, as Cosmos online news will carry on amidst all the change.
- Possible Digital Evolution: Although plans aren't revealed, the focus on the online news platform hints at potential digital evolution or innovation for the brand ahead!
For specific strategies or future plans, it's best to tune into official statements from CSIRO Publishing or Cosmos Magazine directly. Stay frosty!
In the new phase of Cosmos, the online platform will not only continue to provide science news but also expand into a digital destination for health-and-wellness content, aiming to unite fans in the quest for a greener future. As a part of this evolution, expect to find e-books, scholarly works, and fact-based articles on health-and-wellness topics in addition to the traditional science news.
