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Easy to access loans designed for gig workers are almost impossible to refuse. But there’s nearly always a catch.

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Gig platforms have mushroomed in Indonesia in the past decade. But regulations have lagged and it’s the workers who pay.

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School leavers want flexibility and gig work offers it. But how will that affect the economy?

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Young workers in higher education face less job security and more monitoring of their work.

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The loopholes in labour laws will need to be plugged if gig workers are ever to get a fair deal.

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Generative AI is upending industries, but little is certain about how this technology will fare amidst a range of issues in a fiercely crowded market.

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New data about the mental health of young people raises red flags about cost-of-living pressures – and offers a glimpse at a better approach.

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Pessimism about our ability to address the issues that face humanity is understandable, but there are many signs we’re making progress across multiple pathways.

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So far, Israel’s war in Gaza hasn’t greatly disrupted global supply chains. But the situation could quickly shift along many fault lines

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Our sports heroes often use ice vests, slushies and misting fans to keep their cool during the heat of battle. Firefighters should have access to the same gear.

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After legislative stumbles on fake news, the Malaysian government needs to take on an even more complex challenge.

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