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

The future of AI in journalism will depend on a balance between benefits and risk, and raising audience comfort, trust and news literacy.

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

From being custodians of public knowledge, governments are turning to architects of manufactured ignorance. Amid disappearing evidence, citizens are struggling to hold power to account

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

AI is reshaping the news ecosystem in the fields of search, fact-checking and personalised feeds. If used well, it can support journalism and strengthen democracy.

Risk and reward: How migration reshapes the world

Managing migration means dealing with its effects, which are often positive but include issues like social tension that cannot be ignored.

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The manosphere thrives on old-style sexism — money just helps

It’s wrong to say the very public rise of misogynist masculinity is about economic power. Money is simply fuelling a revival of old-style views of gender power.

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A virtual solution to a very real problem

Imagine experiencing the Louvre from your lounge. New digital tools such as AI and virtual reality can help cities better cope with influxes of visitors.

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Why some problem gamblers can’t cut their losses

Understanding why chronic gamblers chase wins could help develop strategies to better control their behaviour.

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The other half: Who do the lonely turn to for help?

Nearly half of over 14,000 people who took part in a Meta-Gallup social connections study reported some degree of loneliness and some struggled to get help.

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What it would be like to live permanently in Antarctica

It’s not only the physical challenges but also the mental side of living in Antarctica that would make a permanent human settlement there difficult.

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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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Kerr’s curse cuts to the heart of racism in Australia

Discussions around the allegations facing Sam Kerr have again highlighted Australia’s problem with racism and attempts to address it.

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Women still do most of the unpaid work

See and embed our interactives: Women across Asia-Pacific continue to take on a larger share of domestic work and caring for family than men.

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Justice served cold for acid attack survivors

Indian law needs clearer definitions regarding punishment, degree of regulation of acid sales, and concrete visions for rehabilitation programs.

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Social media binge taking mental toll on students

Excessive social media use among university students has been linked to a decline in their mental health.

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