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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.

Obstacles and opportunities for free speech in Malaysia

Laws on freedom of expression have a chance for revision under a new government.

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As laws expand their reach in India, political freedoms shrink

Laws restricting basic freedoms may be made in the name of public order and national security, but they are often used against dissident voices.

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Religion and politics in a fragmented world

Across the world, faith is returning to the political sphere.

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Saudis stick to long game in Southeast Asian politics

Saudi political priorities might have changed but their religious influence is still present in Southeast Asian politics, particularly in Malaysia.

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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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Why India can afford to wait and watch before regulating AI

India should not rush with a “comprehensive” law that might become outdated quickly

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Finding a balance on AI regulation

Innovation in AI poses a challenge for lawmakers who seek to protect users without limiting the technology’s immense potential.

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Single dads can have children via surrogacy too

Surrogate children to single men face no more chance of emotional trauma than any other children.

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Montana’s TikTok ban a wake up call on data privacy

The response to Montana’s TikTok ban reveals lawmakers’ misconceptions about privacy and data security and hints at how they could get it right.

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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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How Jakarta has dug itself into a hole

Deep groundwater extraction wells are built by the business elites for commercial value. Better transparency will help manage them more sustainably.

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Time to defend science under attack

Your quick guide to the Solomon Islands elections

The nuclear debate powers ahead

Obstacles and opportunities for free speech in Malaysia

As laws expand their reach in India, political freedoms shrink

Religion and politics in a fragmented world

Saudis stick to long game in Southeast Asian politics

Unforgettable images help fans forget the dark side

Why India can afford to wait and watch before regulating AI

Finding a balance on AI regulation

Single dads can have children via surrogacy too

Montana’s TikTok ban a wake up call on data privacy

Arresting the decline in police trust

How Jakarta has dug itself into a hole

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