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Unravelling sex differences in autoimmune diseases

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Despite what they say, neither Israel nor Hezbollah wants a full-scale war

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Access to assistive technology shapes future champions and equity

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What do number caps mean for Chinese uni students?

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China set to move in as Australian banks abandon Pacific

Bendigo Bank, Westpac and ANZ are the latest three banks to begin their exit from the Pacific Islands. Here are the five key reasons why that’s happening.

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A new chapter for Bangladesh

After weeks of violence, Bangladesh has purged itself of a leader who was increasingly seen as autocratic. But the nation’s new leaders face massive challenges.

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Indonesia faces border test in election season

As terrorist releases and deportations ramp up, Indonesia border forces face a tough challenge keeping the country safe amid substandard infrastructure.

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How Kamala Harris is re-energising young voters

Harris has reinvigorated the Democratic ticket and inspired the voters they need most: women, African-Americans and youth. But it’s not all smooth sailing.

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Protests put Bangladesh on the edge of a precipice

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Life won’t be easy for NATO’s new boss

Mark Rutte faces critical tests as he assumes NATO leadership, balancing internal cohesion and external pressures.

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Water scarcity and the need for reusing wastewater

Making food safer and sustainable

Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

Why ‘pronatalist’ politicians want women to have more babies

Unravelling sex differences in autoimmune diseases

Despite what they say, neither Israel nor Hezbollah wants a full-scale war

Access to assistive technology shapes future champions and equity

What do number caps mean for Chinese uni students?

China set to move in as Australian banks abandon Pacific

A new chapter for Bangladesh

Indonesia faces border test in election season

How Kamala Harris is re-energising young voters

Protests put Bangladesh on the edge of a precipice

Life won’t be easy for NATO’s new boss

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