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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.

Autoimmune diseases are on the rise

It’s estimated one in five of us will develop an autoimmune disease at some stage of our lives. We need better ways to treat them.

Sports face a reckoning on brain injuries

For a long time, professional sporting bodies were afraid of the ‘c word’ — concussion.

Malaysia’s childfree choices challenge Islamic norms

The rise of childfree marriages has led to heated debate, especially among Malays. This reflects the deep religious influence on Malaysia’s public discourse.

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Africa is the new battleground in fight against ISIS

A decade after declaring its caliphate in Iraq and Syria, ISIS has lost its territory but continues to exert influence and poses a growing threat in Africa.

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India’s long and winding vote

In what is a big year for democratic elections, none come bigger than India’s incredible exercise in ensuring every voter has a say.

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Uttarakhand’s Civil Code breeds an Indian surveillance state

Efforts to address social issues risk being co-opted for political gain or used to further divisive agendas.

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When states give love a bad name

The reshaping of constitutionally guaranteed freedoms by bringing young adults’ sexual choices under the radar of the state has sinister implications.

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How can a state make people stateless?

The stateless Rohingya community with no rights remains the world’s most vulnerable and at high risk of exploitation.

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Life doesn’t end with a diabetes diagnosis

Better ways to address the global diabetes crisis are urgently needed.

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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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How India’s economy and Hindu right rise together

India’s middle class has been the big winner from a deregulated economy. In turn, that middle class helps fuel the rise of populism and Hindu nationalism.

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How India can counter religion in politics

Six clear pathways to help India become more democratic and secular and counter the religious polarisation of politics.

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Governments want babies, but people want choices

Autoimmune diseases are on the rise

Sports face a reckoning on brain injuries

Malaysia’s childfree choices challenge Islamic norms

Africa is the new battleground in fight against ISIS

India’s long and winding vote

How can a state make people stateless?

Life doesn’t end with a diabetes diagnosis

Religion and politics in a fragmented world

Saudis stick to long game in Southeast Asian politics

How India’s economy and Hindu right rise together

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