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Why can’t Indonesia let go of child marriage?

Indonesia’s child marriage rate remains high, driven by poverty and tradition. Preventing it means dealing with its deep cultural and socio-economic roots.

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Indonesia’s shifting views on marriage and babies

Delayed marriages coupled with the growing aspiration of young people choosing to remain childfree may have a substantial impact on Indonesia’s fertility rate.

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Lonely in Malaysia? Relationships and support matter

A significant proportion of Malaysians over 40 are lonely. But there are things you can do to reduce your risk of loneliness.

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Violence at home driving higher risk of self-harm

Reducing exposure to violence and positive parenting are critical to suicide prevention among Indian youth.

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India’s intimate partner violence demands an all-in response

India is behind in handling intimate partner violence. Getting on top of the problem requires reform in law, health policy and changing attitudes.

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Fear of love and loving in India

The sanctity of a marriage provides no protection to interfaith couples and those in live-in relationships are even more vulnerable

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Can Indonesia’s love law ensure domestic harmony?

There are risks with making cohabitation illegal, so striking a balance is essential.

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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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The gender gap ramps up with motherhood and never ends

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Is Malaysia’s premarital HIV testing doing the right thing?

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Women’s rights in the balance as India weighs criminalising marital rape

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

Why can’t Indonesia let go of child marriage?

Indonesia’s shifting views on marriage and babies

Violence at home driving higher risk of self-harm

Can Indonesia’s love law ensure domestic harmony?

Challenges ahead for Indonesia’s interfaith couples

The gender gap ramps up with motherhood and never ends

Is Malaysia’s premarital HIV testing doing the right thing?

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