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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

The future of AI in journalism will depend on a balance between benefits and risk, and raising audience comfort, trust and news literacy.

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

From being custodians of public knowledge, governments are turning to architects of manufactured ignorance. Amid disappearing evidence, citizens are struggling to hold power to account

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

AI is reshaping the news ecosystem in the fields of search, fact-checking and personalised feeds. If used well, it can support journalism and strengthen democracy.

Fashion greenwashing: A deceptive trend

The fashion industry faces huge sustainability challenges. But the bigger challenge is for consumers to work out who’s genuine and who’s not.

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Calling out modern slavery

A crisis affecting 50 million people around the world is coming into clearer view.

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Can palm oil help us eat our way to a greener future?

Despite its often maligned reputation, palm oil could be a key player in addressing the world’s food security challenge — if it can be produced sustainably.

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How to build a circular economy

Microfactories, an innovative approach to extracting value from waste materials, point the way to sustainable production and consumption.

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How commercialising motherhood is guilt-tripping mums

Mums face a barrage of advertising claims for maternal and baby products that may pose health risks.

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Petrol pain coming for Malaysia’s elderly

Malaysia’s elderly population is set to feel the full force of its planned removal of fuel subsidies.

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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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The role of unions in the era of gig work

The loopholes in labour laws will need to be plugged if gig workers are ever to get a fair deal.

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Unforgettable images help fans forget the dark side

Sportswashing’s goal is to distract from a nation’s dark deeds but it can corrupt the sport in the process.

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Does sportswashing even work?

While the media paints sportswashing as evil, more research is needed to evaluate whether it is really changing attitudes on the ground.

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Fans care about trophies, not how they’re won

Fans care about their clubs’ accomplishments more and if new owners can pour in big money to achieve this, then all is good.

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

Fashion greenwashing: A deceptive trend

Calling out modern slavery

Can palm oil help us eat our way to a greener future?

How to build a circular economy

How commercialising motherhood is guilt-tripping mums

Petrol pain coming for Malaysia’s elderly

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

The role of unions in the era of gig work

Unforgettable images help fans forget the dark side

Does sportswashing even work?

Fans care about trophies, not how they’re won

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