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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.

Governments need to hit the right note with megastar concerts

Concerts by acts like Taylor Swift and Coldplay can boost local economies raising questions over how authorities help pay.

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ASEAN: Everyone needs good neighbours

Looking ahead to next 50 years of the ASEAN-Australia partnership.

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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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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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Poor countries can’t afford to climate-proof – but can’t afford not to

Preparing to cope with the worst impacts of climate change is essential. But those who most need to build climate resilience can’t afford to invest in it.

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Think bushfires don’t discriminate? They do, and this is who suffers most

Bushfires hit hardest in the most disadvantaged areas – where residents can least afford to ‘bushfire-proof’ their homes

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A crucial G20 leaders’ summit in Delhi

India is hosting its inaugural G20 leaders’ summit at a time when the world’s economy is facing many challenges.

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Why G20’s debt-relief strategy is failing

The Indian Prime Minister says a G20 strategy has driven global debt restructuring since his country assumed leadership. That’s not the full picture.

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Consultants find climate crisis is good for business

As the climate crisis unfolds, the big consultancy firms are attempting to offer advice to government and the major polluters.

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Breaking up the Big Four is the only solution

The Big Four’s behaviour is a global issue of concern. They cannot be relied upon to regulate themselves, so the only way to solve it is to break them apart.

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Pakistan pays high price for China corridor

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor promised plenty when it launched. Ten years on, Islamabad faces a sobering reality check of its true cost.

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Time to defend science under attack

Your quick guide to the Solomon Islands elections

The nuclear debate powers ahead

Governments need to hit the right note with megastar concerts

ASEAN: Everyone needs good neighbours

AI and the gig economy deliver an opportunity

Work is changing so fast can employers keep up?

Poor countries can’t afford to climate-proof – but can’t afford not to

Think bushfires don’t discriminate? They do, and this is who suffers most

A crucial G20 leaders’ summit in Delhi

Why G20’s debt-relief strategy is failing

Consultants find climate crisis is good for business

Breaking up the Big Four is the only solution

Pakistan pays high price for China corridor

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