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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

We’ve all heard about climate change’s effect on our planet, but what about its catastrophic impact on human health?

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.

Challenges ahead for Indonesia’s interfaith couples

An Indonesian Supreme Court decision has made it harder for interfaith couples to have their marriages recognised.

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Saving democracy is hard but someone has to do it

Vladimir Putin will remain as President of Russia. Opposition candidates never had a chance, so what hope is there of turning back the tide on authoritarians.

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Video: Why do conspiracy theories take hold?

Through the lens of QAnon and the January 6 United States Capitol attack, Professor Siva Vaidyanathan explains the attraction of conspiracy theories.

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Here’s how we can tackle gender violence

Gender-based violence remains widespread. The good news is, it’s preventable — and these advances in law, tech, and other sectors are helping the cause.

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Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence

Decades since the Global 16 Days Campaign began, violence against women remains rife — and a significant barrier to achieving true gender equality.

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An early warning system to keep police honest

Early intervention and external oversight are two effective ways to keep police behaviour in check and nip problems in the bud.

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Growing calls for a stronger police oversight commission in Malaysia

To ensure police accountability, there needs to be multiple, transparent bodies involved, each with distinct roles and with the public interest at heart.

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Can forensic psychology help improve policing practices?

Forensic psychology – the practice of psychology in the justice system – offers a way to address Malaysia’s issues with police violence.

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Arresting the decline in police trust

Incidents of police violence and misconduct are becoming far too common. The question is; who should do the investigating? And what should that look like?

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When journalists are targets, we all suffer

Autocrats know that controlling the media is the first step in controlling the population. It’s why journalists are increasingly in the firing line.

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Criminalising suicide only makes it worse

If the aim of criminalising suicide attempts is to deter people from ending their lives and protect the vulnerable, it’s failed.

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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

Many elections, many consequences

Time to defend science under attack

Challenges ahead for Indonesia’s interfaith couples

Saving democracy is hard but someone has to do it

Video: Why do conspiracy theories take hold?

Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence

An early warning system to keep police honest

Growing calls for a stronger police oversight commission in Malaysia

Can forensic psychology help improve policing practices?

Arresting the decline in police trust

When journalists are targets, we all suffer

Criminalising suicide only makes it worse

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