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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.

Islamic terror’s renewed threat to Putin’s strongman image

Vladimir Putin’s reputation was built on fighting terrorism, yet a month after the deadly Crocus City Hall attack, his policies make Russia more exposed to it.

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Controversy surrounds Indonesia’s election result

Indonesia’s recent election results have sparked controversy and raised questions about the integrity of the Indonesian electoral process.

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India’s electronic voting machines have a trust problem

Criticism of EVMs is legitimate, but it shouldn’t overwhelm the devices’ potential to strengthen democracy

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Indian democracy’s tryst with trust

Elections in India are a paradoxical see-saw between trust and legitimacy crisis.

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Is Maldives ready for its tactical drones?

Maldives has launched its first tactical drones. The eyes in the sky will improve the country’s defence force’s monitoring, surveillance, and data capabilities.

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China’s influence weighs heavily on Solomon Islands election

Chinese cash is reaping political rewards ahead of the Solomon Islands election as the West fails to walk the talk in its Pacific step-up.

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Is there a hidden cost of China’s Pacific play?

Solomon Islands host crucial elections watched from Beijing to Washington, but only China is putting its money where its mouth is in the region and it’s working

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Will charges follow Israel’s strike on aid workers in Gaza?

International law is supposed to protect civilians in war zones, but the enormous death toll in Gaza suggests rules aren’t being adhered to.

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How conservative media fuels Australia’s nuclear power debate

Debates over nuclear power in Australia continue to be stoked. Not by industry or voters, but by the media. Following a worn path that likely leads nowhere.

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Red Shirt’s return sparks hope for democratic renewal

Can the return of exiled politicians ignite hope for Thai democracy and reshape its political landscape?

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Nike and the Houthi Red Sea ship attacks

Two-part video special: We explain what’s behind the Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and what are the ramifications for world trade.

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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

Many elections, many consequences

Time to defend science under attack

Islamic terror’s renewed threat to Putin’s strongman image

Controversy surrounds Indonesia’s election result

India’s electronic voting machines have a trust problem

Indian democracy’s tryst with trust

Is Maldives ready for its tactical drones?

China’s influence weighs heavily on Solomon Islands election

Is there a hidden cost of China’s Pacific play?

Will charges follow Israel’s strike on aid workers in Gaza?

How conservative media fuels Australia’s nuclear power debate

Red Shirt’s return sparks hope for democratic renewal

Nike and the Houthi Red Sea ship attacks

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