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Breaking the menopause taboo

Women live an average of 30 years after menopause. Normalising menopause as a life event requires greater research, investment and cultural acceptance.

Calling out modern slavery

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

Governments want babies, but people want choices

More people are choosing not to have children, sparking big debates and changing how we view family and society.

China set to move in as Australian banks abandon Pacific

Bendigo Bank, Westpac and ANZ are the latest three banks to begin their exit from the Pacific Islands. Here are the five key reasons why that’s happening.

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Bringing bitcoin to the masses but buyer beware

The world of crypto-currency is becoming safer and more secure, but there are still risks as the market becomes more accessible for retail investors.

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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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Calling out modern slavery

Governments want babies, but people want choices

China set to move in as Australian banks abandon Pacific

Bringing bitcoin to the masses but buyer beware

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?

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