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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

We’ve all heard about climate change’s effect on our planet, but what about its catastrophic impact on human health?

Many elections, many consequences

With a vast number of citizens around the world voting for leaders and legislatures this year, much will depend on their trust in the electoral

Time to defend science under attack

In an age of “alternative facts” and conspiracy theories, protecting trust in science is crucial.

‘Human beings are not illegal’

Video: The international community can do much more to help Rohingya.

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Defence of democracy begins at home, not in Moscow

As Vladimir Putin wins another term in the Kremlin, his use of sham elections to legitimise his control poisons democracy’s value globally.

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Why do autocrats insist on sham elections?

As Vladimir Putin wins yet another term in the Kremlin, the question remains what is the point in having an election at all?

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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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Candidates sing the same old anti-corruption song

The presidential contenders are playing up their commitment to fighting an old problem — but with few new details.

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Rigged or not, polls the only option for Pakistan

While there are allegations of it being fixed, as a constitutional exercise it is preferable compared to the alternative which is martial law.

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Beleaguered parties and strategic voters

While more and more of the country’s voters now live in urban areas, the bulk is still in the countryside. Does this effect voting behaviour?

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What voice will we give to Australia’s future?

The wellbeing of our nation should be at the forefront of our minds right now — and we need to get the history right.

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Workers lose as laws can’t keep pace with rideshare apps

Gig platforms have mushroomed in Indonesia in the past decade. But regulations have lagged and it’s the workers who pay.

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Malaysia’s blueprint to block cyber attacks

Malaysia faces a surge in cyber attacks, prompting the need for a national cybersecurity commission.

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Canberra leaps into AI without a working safety net

A partnership with Microsoft will trial the use of AI within the Australian Public Service, even while safety policies are still being developed.

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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

Many elections, many consequences

Time to defend science under attack

‘Human beings are not illegal’

Why do autocrats insist on sham elections?

Will Trump make anger great again?

Candidates sing the same old anti-corruption song

Rigged or not, polls the only option for Pakistan

Beleaguered parties and strategic voters

What voice will we give to Australia’s future?

Workers lose as laws can’t keep pace with rideshare apps

Malaysia’s blueprint to block cyber attacks

Canberra leaps into AI without a working safety net

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