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Time to defend science under attack

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

Your quick guide to the Solomon Islands elections

Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare could retain power on April 17, but who stands in his way of making history?

The nuclear debate powers ahead

Navigating expanded nuclear power generation will require stronger and better safeguards while making sensible use of new technologies.

Why the Rohingya are being treated the way they are

Leading precarious lives in camps in Bangladesh and India, stateless Rohingya face an uncertain future

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Australia’s bid to navigate troubled waters in Red Sea

Attacks from Houthi rebels in the Red Sea have jeopardised Australia’s already-vulnerable dependency on maritime time. Finding new ways forward will be vital.

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How the Houthis have threatened the global shipping order

Houthi attacks have put the global supply chain at risk. Here’s how the world economy is responding.

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Crowdfunding on the front lines in Ukraine

Faced by an enemy with military superiority and deep resources, Ukrainians have adopted innovation to defend their country.

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A new way to fight sexual violence in conflict zones

The UN has tried tackling conflict-related sexual violence for more than two decades, but its “add-women-and-stir” approach doesn’t go far enough.

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Fighting back as misinformation ramps up

Misinformation is nothing new, but AI, social media and eroding trust in institutions are making the threat stronger than ever.

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Could the Israel-Hamas war benefit Russia and China?

As lines of division around the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza become more pronounced, questions arise about where big powers may position themselves.

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Explainer: Could Israel’s war in Gaza reshape the Middle East?

Geopolitics in the Middle East are clearly being reshaped by Israel’s war in Gaza but how still remains unclear.

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Reading the Xi leaves: Biden meeting good for everyone

If the two leaders meet during the APEC summit, the region will be reassured that the rivalry between the two superpowers is being checked.

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Is Taiwan still a ‘beacon of democracy’ in the Chinese world?

Taiwan is celebrated as a vibrant democracy in the shadow of a repressive China, but the complicated reality reveals an opportunity that is yet to be taken.

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Taiwan’s soft power hard for Beijing to match

Taiwan is smaller and has less access to normal diplomatic avenues but does have one advantage over mainland China.

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Time to defend science under attack

Your quick guide to the Solomon Islands elections

The nuclear debate powers ahead

Why the Rohingya are being treated the way they are

Australia’s bid to navigate troubled waters in Red Sea

How the Houthis have threatened the global shipping order

Crowdfunding on the front lines in Ukraine

A new way to fight sexual violence in conflict zones

Fighting back as misinformation ramps up

Could the Israel-Hamas war benefit Russia and China?

Explainer: Could Israel’s war in Gaza reshape the Middle East?

Reading the Xi leaves: Biden meeting good for everyone

Is Taiwan still a ‘beacon of democracy’ in the Chinese world?

Taiwan’s soft power hard for Beijing to match

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