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Cashing in on women’s health

Women’s health has been sidelined for centuries. But now that women are finally being heard, some unscrupulous companies are cashing in on the movement.

What are universities for?

Are universities fit for purpose in the 21st century?

India’s long and winding vote

In what is a big year for democratic elections, none come bigger than India’s incredible exercise in ensuring every voter has a say.

Why standing up for domestic workers matters

In most countries around the world, domestic workers are excluded from general labour laws. Indonesia’s Domestic Worker Protection Bill can change that.

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Self-help groups can empower women financially

Financial inclusion ensures equal access to financial services so women can mobilise their savings, obtain credit and make financial decisions independently.

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Why Australian students need to learn about Southeast Asia – and its languages

Australia is keen to engage with its nearest neighbours in Southeast Asia, but is backsliding on learning the region’s languages.

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Australia swift to cash in on new era of trade with ASEAN

Australia’s relationship with the ASEAN bloc is growing. Here’s why that’s important.

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Southeast Asia’s three-nation partnership to fight cyber threats

Cyber threats surges in Southeast Asia. Can Australia, Malaysia and Singapore forge a trilateral digital security shield at a key summit?

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Not made in China: Australia’s other big opportunities in Asia

Australia’s trade conflict with China has prompted it to look to Southeast Asia, an emerging economic powerhouse.

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Will Trump make anger great again?

Attacking populists has been easy pickings for those trying to explain an increasingly angry world, but will ignoring the causes see history repeat in November?

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How a cost of living crisis can fuel extremism among young men

Dire economic prospects are opening the door for an angry world of emotional manipulation that is targeting young men.

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AI and the gig economy deliver an opportunity

Developing nations have a real opportunity to cash in on knowledge-based work which allows flexibility.

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The four-day week looks here to stay

A shorter week reflects a flexible and results-oriented culture, where employees are judged on the quality of work rather than how long they are in the office.

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Work is changing so fast can employers keep up?

COVID changed the way we work. It also changed the way employees see their work. It could have huge implications.

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Cashing in on women’s health

What are universities for?

India’s long and winding vote

Self-help groups can empower women financially

Why Australian students need to learn about Southeast Asia – and its languages

Australia swift to cash in on new era of trade with ASEAN

Southeast Asia’s three-nation partnership to fight cyber threats

Not made in China: Australia’s other big opportunities in Asia

Will Trump make anger great again?

AI and the gig economy deliver an opportunity

The four-day week looks here to stay

Work is changing so fast can employers keep up?

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