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International law takes centre stage of global politics

From Gaza to Ukraine to the South China Sea, international law institutions such as the ICJ and ICC are in a new era of importance.

Researchers are dismantling this myth about eating disorders

Eating disorders don’t only affect young, white women. A range of previously overlooked groups can be impacted, and treatments are finally being geared to them.

The heat is on — what can we do about it?

Combating extreme heat needs action across multiple fronts: governance, health, urban planning and embracing more sustainable lifestyles.

What can be done to help Australia’s biodiversity

Australia’s most powerful law protecting the environment hasn’t done enough to stop the rapid decline of the nation’s wildlife.

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Three dead parrots show need for proper ban on wildlife trade

Despite an international treaty to prevent illegal trade in wild animals, the industry is worth billions. The treaty needs an overhaul.

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Thailand wildlife protection laws are better but not perfect

Despite Thailand’s efforts to address wildlife crime, there are still challenges in curbing illegal trade in endangered species.

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Conservation law takes a step forward in Indonesia

Strong legislation backed by science and technology could help protect Indonesia’s wildlife.

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Obsolete law is costing Indonesian wildlife

As long as the law does not recognise it as transnational organised crime, the illegal trade of wildlife will continue to flourish in Indonesia.

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US endangered species law too little, too late

Nearly 50 years since its introduction, the US’ Endangered Species Act is plagued by decades-old criticisms that hinder its ability to help.

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Why we should not reuse plastic water bottles

Whether microplastic particles cause long-term damage is uncertain but reducing our exposure to them will be wise.

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We ingest plastics every minute of the day

There is no escape from them as they are in the air we breathe and in the everyday products we use.

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How much plastic are we ingesting?

Measuring microplastics in humans is challenging but researchers already have preliminary figures.

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Plastics in bowels a sign we need to change

To reduce the threat of microplastics in our bodies, we need to reduce the use of plastics in the environment.

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The plastics and fish dilemma: to eat or not to eat

More Indonesians are eating fish as part of their regular diet but microplastics do make it risky. There are ways to mitigate that risk.

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International law takes centre stage of global politics

Researchers are dismantling this myth about eating disorders

The heat is on — what can we do about it?

What can be done to help Australia’s biodiversity

Three dead parrots show need for proper ban on wildlife trade

Thailand wildlife protection laws are better but not perfect

Conservation law takes a step forward in Indonesia

Obsolete law is costing Indonesian wildlife

US endangered species law too little, too late

Why we should not reuse plastic water bottles

We ingest plastics every minute of the day

How much plastic are we ingesting?

Plastics in bowels a sign we need to change

The plastics and fish dilemma: to eat or not to eat

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