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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.

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?

Self-help groups can empower women financially

Financial inclusion ensures equal access to financial services so women can mobilise their savings, obtain credit and make financial decisions independently.

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Long road ahead for true gender equality

Economic empowerment, targeted legislation and cultural shifts are required to create gender-just societies and restore women’s dignity

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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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Mining the heavens

Going to the Moon and other planetary bodies in search of natural resources may alleviate critical shortages on Earth.

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The SDGs can save us, but can we save the SDGs?

What are the roadblocks to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals? And how can the pace of the SDGs gather momentum to meet the 2030 targets?

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How the Indo-Pacific can beat the SDG cash crunch

The Indo-Pacific has much to lose as global events hinder international cooperation on sustainable development, but it also shows promising examples of success.

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Global crypto regulations focus at G20 summit

A paper proposing globally enforceable regulations for the crypto market is expected to be presented at the world’s premier economic meeting.

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Global banking in a state of constant crisis

Risks of another financial collapse are rising. What are the underlying weaknesses within the banking system that underpins the livelihoods of billions?

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Video: What’s the problem with the global banking system and how do we fix it?

Monash University’s Barry Williams says as technology changes our world it will change our banks too.

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Banks need to speak the same digital language

Complex, opaque and often outdated systems in large international banks can threaten the stability of the global banking system.

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This is how we’ll know if we’re in recession

There’s been talk of a recession but what does that actually look like?

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Many elections, many consequences

Time to defend science under attack

Your quick guide to the Solomon Islands elections

Self-help groups can empower women financially

Crowdfunding on the front lines in Ukraine

Mining the heavens

The SDGs can save us, but can we save the SDGs?

Global crypto regulations focus at G20 summit

Global banking in a state of constant crisis

Video: What’s the problem with the global banking system and how do we fix it?

Banks need to speak the same digital language

This is how we’ll know if we’re in recession

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