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Yes, Donald Trump has a point about political prosecution US Imposes Sanctions on Ex-Ugandan Military Commander UN human rights chief sounds alarm over rising violence in Burkina Faso Kafka 100: struggles of disabled characters in systems that don’t support them feel just as relevant today Why the US oil majors may end up doing more for the green transition than their (slightly) more progressive European rivals Five of the biggest summer exhibitions around the UK – what you should see this week Moldova: New definition of high treason passed by parliament threatens freedom of expression Burkina Faso: Authorities must immediately release Guy Hervé Kam and Lt-Colonel Zoungrana South Africa: ANC set to lose majority for first time since Mandela – the era of government by a single party is at an end Kafka 100: Stanley Kubrick’s films are littered with references to the writer’s work ‘Born in the USA’ turns 40 − and still remains one of Bruce Springsteen’s most misunderstood songs Why is ‘moral equivalence’ such a bad thing? A political philosopher explains Millions of current smokers became addicted when they were teens – and nicotine marketing targets adolescents today just as it did decades ago Engineering cells to broadcast their behavior can help scientists study their inner workings Internships are linked to better employment outcomes for college graduates – but there aren’t enough for students who want them Does the US have a planned economy? You might be surprised Trump guilty verdict: the fallout for US democracy Trump’s guilty verdict is not the end of the matter China turns to private hackers as it cracks down on online activists on Tiananmen Square anniversary Many PFAS forever chemicals are toxic – here’s how to avoid them An AI tool for predicting protein shapes could be transformative for medicine, but it challenges science’s need for proof Kakfa 100: struggles of disabled characters in systems that don’t support them feel just as relevant today Should Rishi Sunak even bother? What we know about how much election campaigns shift the dial What we know so far about Labour’s plan for Great British Energy Election 2024: Scotland headed for huge change with SNP set to lose dozens of seats to Labour Five controversial historical royal portraits – from drunken kings to sexy mermaids Mexico’s voters set to make history by electing the country’s first woman president We asked ChatGPT for legal advice – here are five reasons why you shouldn’t Does sleep clear more toxins from the brain than when we’re awake? Latest research casts doubt on this theory Why, for some, psychotherapy might be a better treatment for depression than drugs Mexico poised to elect first female president: 3 essential reads on landmark vote UN Body Recommends New Treaty on Older People’s Rights Six Robert De Niro films that explore alienation, isolation and loneliness Champions League final 2024: the romantic ideal of fan ownership meets the corporate reality of modern football African countries could unlock billions in local and global trade – what’s working and what’s not Race still divides South Africa – study shows little transformation in new suburbs in country’s economic hub Tunisia: Authorities must end erosion of judicial independence New museum in Bamoun Kingdom chronicles Cameroon's history Why do we need a Net Zero Economy Authority? And how can it fulfil its promise? The Delhi heatwave is testing the limits of human endurance. Other hot countries should beware and prepare Stevie Wonder’s Ghanaian citizenship reflects long-standing links between African Americans and the continent Report finds ‘clear need’ for an Australian Human Rights Act. What difference would it make? View from The Hill: parliamentary sittings have become as painful for Albanese as they were for Morrison EU: Include Civil Society in Anti-Deforestation Task Force Focus on Rights in Pre-COP29 Climate Talks All Eyes on Rafah: sharing images of war comes with a moral responsibility. What can we make of this AI-generated anomaly? Labor slightly helped by Victorian and WA draft federal redistributions From injuries to infectious diseases, what are the health risks in the aftermath of PNG’s landslide? An inquiry has recommended Australia legislate a Human Rights Act. Here’s why we need one Russia: Authorities targeting children in their crusade against anti-war dissent Getting to know Kensa Broadhurst: A Q&A with a Cornish language activist Hong Kong: Quash Baseless Convictions of Activists Azerbaijan's President Aliyev cozies up to authoritarian leaders Trump’s prosecution is unprecedented in US – but other countries have prosecuted former leaders New Caledonians are looking to Australia as a safe haven. But for most, migration remains out of reach Archibald Prize 2024: this year’s finalists range from downright fun to politically ferocious Business basics: what is comparative advantage? Rugby union cops another body blow as the Melbourne Rebels are axed. How can the sport bounce back? Trump found guilty in hush money trial, but will it hurt him in the polls? Here’s why voters often overlook the ethical failings of politicians Why many countries have prosecuted former leaders Trump found guilty: 5 key aspects of the trial explained by a law professor Is collapse of the Atlantic Ocean circulation really imminent? Icebergs’ history reveals some clues Jane Goodall inspires generations of conservationists – we need her education program in schools Friday essay: ‘My family are always trying to buy us a house.’ We asked couples how class affects their relationships We’re the ‘allergy capital of the world’. But we don’t know why food allergies are so common in Australian children Mattel’s new athlete Barbies might seem like a win for feminists and young girls – but they’re not What’s that in my nest? How the evolutionary arms race between cuckoos and hosts creates new species International study cap: How some private companies are marketing tech and AI solutions Honest dialogue is needed to help build consensus around solar radiation modification technology ‘Sleeping on it’ really does help and four other recent sleep research breakthroughs Crosby-Schøyen Codex: ancient Coptic manuscript reveals sermon that spurred violence against Jews School suspensions are on the rise – secondary schools can tackle this by creating a sense of belonging We can only dream up a better future when we dig into the unfinished past The UK has a growing food black market – and it’s making the cost of living crisis worse Research nation: Nottingham is in the middle of a forest of academic excellence The 30-30-30 method: how TikTok’s latest fitness trend could help you build healthy habits into your day Drinking lots of water may seem like a healthy habit – here’s when and why it can prove toxic Ukraine war: why central Asian countries want to move away from Russian control The universe’s biggest explosions made some of the elements we are composed of. But there’s another mystery source out there Gaza update: as assault on Rafah continues international sentiment shifts away from supporting Israel As war rages in Sudan, community resistance groups sustain life For better or worse, unions have always taken a stand on global issues Student protests: How the university perpetuates colonial violence on campus Orangutan diplomacy: why Malaysia’s scheme is attracting criticism before it starts Smoking in Africa: study of 16 countries shows higher taxes would help young smokers quit or cut down Outside Supreme Court justice’s home, a Revolution-era flag, now a call for Christian nationalism Eye exercises to improve sight – is there any science behind them? An ophthalmologist explains why you shouldn’t buy the hype AI is cracking a hard problem – giving computers a sense of smell The rush to return humans to the Moon and build lunar bases could threaten opportunities for astronomy Drake’s beef with Kendrick Lamar isn’t nearly as important as his tiff with Tupac Shakur’s estate over using the dead rapper’s voice Does your service business need AI? Here are 4 rules to help you decide Going to the boardroom from the classroom helps students learn how nonprofits work As No Mow May ends, here’s why we should keep patches of lawn permanently wild How many giraffe species are there? Understanding this is key to their protection Burnt out? This is how your employer can help you return to work for the better Proof that ‘sleeping on it’ really does help and four other recent sleep research breakthroughs Federico Borello to Join Human Rights Watch European Commission Prematurely Ends Rule of Law Scrutiny of Poland In Rwanda, Criticism is Not Welcome Filipino Priest Who Defied Duterte Passes Away Another View: Landscapes by Women Artists – a rare chance to see our rapidly changing world from a purely female perspective ICC arrest warrants: why attempts to prosecute war criminals too soon can complicate peace efforts Grattan on Friday: Government’s pursuit of a hate speech law could take it down another cul-de-sac Breakthroughs and setbacks on the hunt for a universal snakebite antivenom – podcast Tunisia: Authorities escalate clampdown on media, freedom of expression Australian billionaire's attempt to remove gallery portrait draws international attention The latest defamation bill further tightens restrictions on free speech in Pakistan President Aliyev cozies up to authoritarian leaders Explaining Tatars tea-loving nature, and the ‘never-ending teatime’ ‘Cape of Storms’ – climate researchers explain Cape Town’s recent extreme weather NZ Budget 2024: ‘tax relief’ for the ‘squeezed middle’ – but who’s paying? 7 experts follow the money Back to Back’s Multiple Bad Things takes a sophisticated look at the moral ambiguities of today’s ‘culture wars’ Election 2024: up to 8 million people are not properly registered to vote Central African Republic: Justice Needed for 2014 Massacre Tunisia: Authorities Escalate Clampdown on Media, Freedom of Expression As Israel pushes into Rafah, it exposes an uncomfortable truth: no court alone can protect civilians in war Uzbekistan: Imprisoned for ‘Insulting the President Online’ Hong Kong: Opposition figures convicted in ‘ruthless purge’ of 47 Dawn raids never died: why formal apologies and restoring NZ citizenship are still not enough Suddenly, there’s talk about Labor reforming company tax. What did minister Ed Husic say, and what might actually work? Why collaboration is key to how we work at The Conversation How to cut stray cat numbers in a way that works better for everyone Women are 14 times more likely to die in a climate disaster than men. It’s just one way climate change is gendered Parents are increasingly saying their child is ‘dysregulated’. What does that actually mean? Tonga’s volcanic eruption could cause unusual weather for the rest of the decade, new study shows Labor’s new National Urban Policy is welcome. But will it be transformative? What are nootropics and do they really boost your brain? At UN SIDS4, Caribbean and Pacific nations reinforce call to negotiate a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty State laws threaten to erode academic freedom in US higher education Sleight of hand: Australia’s Net Zero target is being lost in accounting tricks, offsets and more gas What’s the difference between shyness and social anxiety? The oil and gas industry has been lying about global warming for decades — accountability is long overdue Alberta’s voter ID law is a solution for a problem that doesn’t exist Carbon credits are useful for stabilizing the climate, but are they used effectively? Saudi Arabia: Authorities must release arbitrarily detained Yemeni-Dutch national Global: Key meetings must fix broken climate finance pledges to safeguard human rights How embracing the cringe can help your dating life Apple’s 2022 decision to exclude Holocaust sites from its Memories feature raised red flags about memory management How long should everyday appliances last? Why NZ needs a minimum product lifespan law New Disney documentary The Beach Boys tells the iconic band’s story – but not the whole story Generous perks equals happy workers? Not always. Here’s what employees really want What does AI mean for Australian democracy? And what can we do about it? UK Court Rules Anti-Protest Measures Unlawful New data shows net migration falling − what’s actually behind the numbers Coronation Street is getting a Sainsbury’s – why product placement could trump traditional TV ads Could South Korea become a model for tackling illegal tiger trade? Cancer can be caused by reversible molecular changes – as new study shows Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review: a sharper look as the story gets closer to where it all started in the 60s AI is transforming global power structures – is Europe being left behind? Pirates and politicians: what a 300-year-old book about the most notorious buccaneers reveals about British politics What role England’s mayors have to play in the general election Teenagers have gone through enough – national service is too much to ask Iran: who will be the next supreme leader? Flow: people who are easily absorbed in an activity may have better mental and cardiovascular health Does the state of the UK economy inspire confidence? An expert crunches the numbers Malta: Authorities must not make El Hiblu 3 ‘scapegoats for Europe’s search and rescue failures’ Africans remain largely invisible in Taiwan Avocados are a ‘green gold’ export for Mexico, but growing them is harming forests and waters State laws threaten to erode academic freedom in U.S. higher education France’s headscarf ban in the 2024 Summer Olympics reflects a narrow view of national identity, writes a scholar of European studies Colon cancer rates are rising in young Americans, but insurance barriers are making screening harder UK and US elections: 2 very different systems united by a common political language A lesson on dissent from a Vietnam War protester who joined the US military – and then faced execution after his protest didn’t stop Hurricanes don’t stop at the coast – these mountain towns know how severe inland flood damage can be, and they’re preparing I’m an astrophysicist mapping the universe with data from the Chandra X-ray Observatory − clear, sharp photos help me study energetic black holes Power cuts have hit South Africa’s labour market hard: the biggest toll has been on jobs – new research Ghana’s anti-LGBTIQ+ bill is being challenged in the supreme court. Why the decision to broadcast it live matters Tanzania’s dams: flood risk depends on how they’re planned and operated Idea of EU citizenship still intangible for most Europeans No, strict environmental rules do not harm global high-tech firms competitiveness Panama Completes First Climate-Related Relocation Georgia: Override of veto on “foreign influence” bill a ‘tragic day for country’ Norway, Ireland, Spain recognise the state of Palestine pressuring others to follow suit as IDF continues assault on Gaza Albanese government gives new Ministerial Direction on visa appeals to make ‘community safety’ paramount ‘Entrepreneurial spirit’: A product of nature or nurture? How Israel uses financial control as a tool of collective punishment against Palestine Theory of everything: how a fear of failure is hampering physicists’ quest for the ultimate answer Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga does little to address the franchise’s frustrating attitude towards Australia’s dark past How to know when it’s time to quit therapy The UK’s power grid needs upgrading to reach net zero – our new study shows where UN Panel Underscores Need for Monitoring Abuses at Borders Death Penalty 2023: Executions more than tripled in sub-Saharan Africa, as global executions soar to highest number in almost a decade Civil society must raise ambition towards a pact for the future, fit for our future Zimbabwe on right side of history as it prepares to abolish the death penalty The sensuous, yet unsettling: remembering the groundbreaking Australian photographer Rosemary Laing Strategic silence: Furiosa’s silence in the new Mad Max speaks volumes about women’s agency Politics with Michelle Grattan: Andrew Norton on the Albanese government’s interventionist policy to cut foreign student numbers Hong Kong's first domestic security arrest targets Tiananmen activist Chow Hang-tung and her supporters Wondering how to teach your kids about consent? Here’s an age-based guide to get you started We know the seas are rising – so why are Australian governments not planning for it? Is Australia doing enough to respond to Papua New Guinea’s catastrophic landslide? Ukraine: Russia’s Odesa Cluster Munition Attack Harms Civilians TJ Riggs: “It’s difficult to watch Alabama continue to kill people and to do it so mercilessly and so often” New Wayuu documentary tells the story of a return to ancestral lands in Colombia Catherine McKinnon’s panoramic new novel presents a gritty view of war’s complexities Profession or trade? Why training NZ’s teachers in the classroom is not the right answer Pakistan: Abusive Evictions Target Urban Poor Why did primates evolve such big brains? First study of its kind says it wasn’t for finding food Pronatalism is the latest Silicon Valley trend. What is it – and why is it disturbing? The voice in your head may help you recall and process words. But what if you don’t have one? The coverage of Laura Tingle’s comments on racism is a textbook beat-up, but she’s not in the wrong Vivid Sydney’s future seems bright if it can balance spectacle with subtlety – but challenges abound Vanuatu is holding its first-ever referendum – here’s what’s at stake Australia is getting a new digital mental health service. Will it help? Here’s what the evidence says Spending too much time on social media and doomscrolling? The problem might be FOMO We gave 60,000 food products a ‘planetary health’ star rating – see how your favourites stack up 38% of Gen Z Australians identify as spiritual and half of them believe in karma. Why is spirituality so popular? Climate change and mental health: How extreme heat can affect mental illnesses The intersectionality of hate helps us understand the ideology of Donald Trump and the far right NZ Budget 2024: tax cuts and borrowing don’t always fuel inflation – but Nicola Willis has to get the balance right Fears over future of the car industry as sales fall and spare parts become scarce Women’s sports are thriving in Canada — here’s how to ensure it stays that way Religious discrimination against LGBTQIA+ children is deeply rooted in Europe’s religious schools It’s hard to find fossil skin, but a rare discovery reveals clues about the evolution from water to land Arts graduate education in Canada should be redesigned around students’ and society’s needs NZ Budget 2024: the coalition needs a circuit breaker – the National Party most of all New Wayuu documentary tells the story of a return to ancestral lands A trip of grief from Gaza to Cairo Democracy in Africa: digital voting technology and social media can be a force for good – and bad TikTok activism: how queer Zimbabweans use social media to show love and fight hate Pro-Russian breakaway region Transnistria shows limits of domino theory in international relations Fears that English is ‘disappearing’ in England are misplaced – history shows the island has always been multilingual Why are organisational cover-ups so common? Henry Moore in Miniature shows the brutal influence of wartime on the sculptor’s work Why using dating apps for public health messaging is an ethical dilemma Zombie fires in the Arctic smoulder underground and refuse to die – what’s causing them? From health to sports – ears can say a lot about you Digital campaigning is a huge part of elections now – but going viral isn’t everything Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel are becoming increasingly isolated internationally – they need to listen to their friends Kenya-Led Security Mission Prepares for Deployment in Haiti Zimbabwe Courts Seek to Silence Rights Defender Hong Kong: Arrests under new national security law a ‘shameful attempt’ at suppressing peaceful commemoration of Tiananmen crackdown New crossing points and ‘floating dock’ are cosmetic changes, as humanitarian access disintegrates in Gaza, warn aid agencies Carlo Acutis: what the first ‘millennial saint’ says about the Catholic church’s future Isolated phonics lessons aren’t working: here’s a better way to teach young children to read and write Descartes and the deep state: what 17th-century philosophy reveals about Trump and QAnon How extreme weather will affect the insurance and energy sectors How genes shape birdsong, even when birds grow up far from home Understanding how ions flow in and out of the tiniest pores promises better energy storage devices 2 knights, 1 horse − how a legendary Knights Templar symbol has puzzled and fascinated since the Middle Ages For American Jews, interfaith weddings are a new normal – and creatively weave both traditions together Quick adoption in 34 states of Erin’s Law to prevent child abuse shows power of one individual to make policy Americans break election ties in crazy ways − and jeopardize democracy in the process Risky business: Why executives keep finding themselves in political firestorms How the ‘model minority’ myth harms Asian Americans Iran’s intervention in Sudan’s civil war advances its geopolitical goals − but not without risks What QAnon supporters, butthole sunners and New Age spiritualists have in common Is Labour ready for government? Understanding Keir Starmer’s narrative of renewal Deep concerns over ‘inhuman’ detention of Gazans by Israeli authorities Germany Prosecutes Environmental Defenders Chad: Authorities must ensure fair trial rights of detained relatives of killed opposition leader Catching public transport in Queensland will soon cost just 50 cents. Are cheap fares good policy? View from The Hill: Albanese says cabinet ‘crafting an offer for the second term’ as Ed Husic ponders breaks for business Is Australia a racist country? We asked 5 experts What causes landslides? Can we predict them to save lives? Cate Blanchett, like most Australians, thinks she’s middle class. An expert on class explains why that matters Rethinking roads as public spaces – what NZ cities can learn from Barcelona’s ‘superblock’ urban design Changing native vegetation laws to allow burning on private land is good fire management From Mary Poppins to Winnie the Pooh, Richard Sherman wrote the soundtrack of life for generations of children Australia’s new consent campaign gets a lot right. But consent education won’t be enough to stop sexual violence Replanting trees can help prevent devastating landslides like the one in PNG – but it’s not a silver bullet Stand by for a pay rise on top of a tax cut. Here’s why things will feel better from July Swiftonomics: what we can learn from Singapore multiplying millions from Taylor Swift’s Eras tour No, sugar doesn’t make your kids hyperactive ‘Play well, win well’: new Australian sports chair Kate Jenkins faces challenges and opportunities Mad Max: Fury Road was a pioneering portrayal of disability. Furiosa is a letdown Sexual identity is an important part of our lives, and the law should recognize that Work-related health and safety issues must be paid for by employers, not the public Why is the Gaza war tearing us apart? Cost of living: if you can’t afford as much fresh produce, are canned veggies or frozen fruit just as good? How do I keep my fruit, veggies and herbs fresh longer? Are there any ‘hacks’? Future Made in Australia will boost sustainable growth and create jobs as far as it goes, but it doesn’t go far enough Buried kelp: seaweed carried to the deep sea stores more carbon than we thought Who really was Mona Lisa? More than 500 years on, there’s good reason to think we got it wrong Thieves, needlewomen, Aboriginal warriors and a ten-year-old boy: the free people transported as convicts to Van Diemen’s Land How the Middle Ages are being revisited through Indigenous perspectives Norway, Spain and Ireland have recognised a Palestinian state – what’s stopping NZ? ‘I'm going to promote a symphony’ of languages says Indigenous writer and new member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters DNA analysis reveals that there are more species of parasitoid wasps than anticipated How to thrive at work if your older boss expects hustle culture Mayibuye! The 100-year-old slogan that’s stirred up divisions in South Africa’s elections The World Cannot Afford Delays to Anti-Deforestation Rules South Africans go to the polls to choose a new government: what’s different this time Syrian Officials Convicted of Crimes Against Humanity in France Seeing the world through words: How books let us travel Hate speech and disinformation in South Africa’s elections: big tech make it tough to monitor social media Turkey's ruling party targets stray dogs in a new legal proposal DR Congo: Uphold Rights, Rule of Law After Failed Coup World leaders must commit to protecting Syrian refugees as Lebanon steps up crackdown ahead of Brussels conference We found over 300 million young people had experienced online sexual abuse and exploitation over the course of our meta-study Noise-cancelling headphones, earplugs and earmuffs – do they really help neurodivergent people? Eat a rock a day, put glue on your pizza: how Google’s AI is losing touch with reality Your smartphone might be linked to crocodile attacks in Indonesia. Here’s how Volkswagen: Address Uyghur Forced Labor Belarus: Crackdown on Human Rights Lawyers Magic mushrooms may one day treat anorexia, but not just yet Curious Kids: why can some plastics be recycled but others can’t? Riverdance at 30: how Riverdance shaped Irish dance, and reflected a multicultural Australia NZ is changing faster than the census can keep up – the 4 big trends to watch Israel/OPT: Israeli air strikes that killed 44 civilians further evidence of war crimes – new investigation Spectator racism is still rife in Australia’s major football codes – new research shows it may even be getting worse ‘Everybody has not won’: trickle-down economics was an idiotic idea. How do we fix the inequality it causes? No mullets, no mohawks, no ‘awkwardly contrasting colours’: what are school policies on hair and why do they matter so much? Maja Milinković: The musician blending Portuguese fado music with Bosnian sevdah Clothed pig carcasses are revealing the secrets of mummification – South African study provides insights for forensic scientists Decriminalization failures show half measures are not enough to address drug use problems and the opioid crisis Can marketing classes teach sustainability? 4 key insights Why are grocery bills so high? A new study looks at the science behind food price reporting Cyberflashing is a form of gendered sexual violence that must be taken seriously British Columbia needs a unified response to respond to the biodiversity crisis Banning offenders from changing their names doesn’t make us safer Men still dominate Uganda’s party politics – women’s participation is mostly cosmetic Horn of Africa droughts: how a network of groundwater bores could help – study Top economists give budget modest rating and doubt inflation will fall as planned If an asteroid hit Earth and all the humans died, would the dinosaurs come back? The Conversation’s Curious Kids podcast Top economists take a modest view of the budget, and doubt inflation will fall as planned Why May 21 is a day of mourning for the Circassian people A century ago, the women of Wales made an audacious appeal for world peace – this is their story Ganrif yn ôl aeth menywod Cymru ati i apelio’n daer am heddwch byd – dyma eu stori The saga of a stranded horse becomes a symbol of hope amid climate catastrophe in Brazil Politics with Michelle Grattan: Andrew Bragg flags a coalition would use ‘coercion’ of the states to get more new houses built Why small islands need their own Marshall Plan The surge in hydroelectric dams is driving massive biodiversity loss What the economic data told Rishi Sunak about the best date for a general election Louisiana set to reclassify abortion pills as controlled, dangerous substances − here’s what that means Putin’s designs on a Baltic island are leading Sweden to prepare for war Why the Conservative MPs standing down at this election are a huge electoral threat to Rishi Sunak Scrapping FA Cup replays has upset smaller clubs, but they could still win from being matched against the top sides GB News’s first election – how the new channel could affect broadcast coverage of the campaigns Little evidence suggests Rishi Sunak will benefit from a football feelgood factor by holding a July election – it may even be an own goal Does ‘whining’ really make you happier? A therapist gives his verdict Haiti: first Kenyan police arrive to help tackle gang violence – but the prospects for success are slim Depression, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder linked with ancient viral DNA in our genome – new research Discovering Degas: new exhibition in Glasgow reveals boldness and foresight of early British collectors What to watch for in Trump trial’s closing arguments, from a law school professor who teaches and studies them Election 2024: the stakes are higher than they appear, so quality information is essential Myanmar: UN rights office warns of growing crisis in Rakhine state Israel must comply with International Court of Justice order calling it to immediately halt military operations in Rafah Climate change may be fuelling a resurgence of piracy across Africa ‘It’s between us and gangs’: teachers are on the front line against youth violence Multiple sclerosis: blood test that tracks immune response could be first step in developing better treatments Hit Me Hard And Soft by Billie Eilish review – a flowing queer triumph that celebrates the album as a form Why it’s not ‘alright’ if your dog is friendly How the 18th-century ‘probability revolution’ fueled the casino gambling craze Why the US government is trying to break up Live Nation Entertainment – a music industry scholar explains Why Poland’s new government is challenged by abortion Muslim women who are registered to vote are more likely to donate money and volunteer than nonvoters 6 ways to encourage political discussion on college campuses What Philadelphians need to know about the city’s 7,000-camera surveillance system I want to keep my child safe from abuse − but research tells me I’m doing it wrong Colorado takes a new – and likely more effective – approach to the housing crisis Animals self-medicate with plants − behavior people have observed and emulated for millennia What is a secular state? How South Africa has tried to separate religion and politics EU Adopts Groundbreaking Business Value Chain Law US Supreme Court Allows Racial Discrimination in Electoral Maps The government’s cash splash aims to kickstart Australia’s battery industry. Has it flipped the right switches? Why a new ruling on the law of the sea and climate change matters for Australia and especially our island neighbours As COVID cases rise again, what do I need to know about the new FLiRT variants? Eugen Sandow was the posterboy of physical culture: his 1904 visit to South Africa reinforced racist ideas Europe: New EU due diligence law governing big business is a landmark advance for human rights Türkiye: Authorities must open Galatasaray Square permanently to Saturday Mothers/People ahead of their historic 1,000th vigil for missing relatives Heavy water: how melting ice sheets and pumped groundwater can lower local sea levels – and boost them elsewhere Libya: Arbitrarily Detained Political Analyst Dies Thailand: Investigate Detained Youth Activist’s Death The British election is Labour’s to lose. What would the UK–Australia relationship look like under Keir Starmer? The Matildas and Socceroos are soaring, while participation is growing – but the A-League is missing its moment to shine A rush on critical minerals is coming for our most remote and disadvantaged communities You leave a ‘microbe fingerprint’ on every piece of clothing you wear – and it could help forensic scientists solve crimes How Narendra Modi’s cult of personality was formed by a powerful Hindu nationalist group with a dark history We analysed 30 years of Australian media articles – and unearthed some glaring gaps in the coverage All surface, no substance. Kids will probably love Beings at ACMI. Pity about the rest of us What is a virtual emergency department? And when should you ‘visit’ one? What OpenAI’s deal with News Corp means for journalism (and for you) Married at First Sight NZ pops the question: can the relaunch put a winning Kiwi spin on the global format? Affairs, diseases and menages a trois – real Regency sex was even raunchier than Bridgerton suggests Why the upcoming South African election is a massive milestone for the ruling ANC What the International Criminal Court’s anticipated arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Hamas leaders mean for Canada Drug companies pay doctors over A$11 million a year for travel and education. Here’s which specialties received the most Friday essay: crimes against humankind – Rai Gaita on Israel’s war on Gaza and the student protests How First Nations fashion design can rewrite painful memories and be a powerful method of healing Life’s big moments can impact an entrepreneur’s success – but not always in the way you’d expect Ukraine recap: Putin on top as Kyiv scrambles to play catch-up on the battlefield A new ruling says countries – including NZ – must take action on climate change under the law of the sea Why knock down all public housing towers when retrofit can sometimes be better? ChatGPT’s use of a soundalike Scarlett Johansson reflects a troubling history of gender-stereotyping in technology Vaping in schools: Ontario’s $30 million for surveillance and security won’t address student needs These tips can help keep you safe during a potentially severe 2024 wildfire season How Modi is using TV, film and social media to sway voters in India’s election UN establishes International Day of reflection for Srebrenica genocide Sudan: UN and African Union must act swiftly to prevent mass atrocities in El Fasher Fossil fuels dependency exacerbates Pakistan’s power crisis African Standby Force turns 20: has it helped keep the peace? The pros and cons South Africa: Gold mine pollution is poisoning Soweto’s water and soil – study finds food gardens are at risk How do I plan for my retirement? Step one – start right away Hurricane forecast points to a dangerous 2024 Atlantic season, with La Niña and a persistently warm ocean teaming up to power fierce storms Our research reveals the scale of the EU’s dependency on imports for critical minerals needed for the green transition - here’s how that can change Parliament was in the middle of discussing some very important laws before the election was called – what happens to them now? The UK’s coastal ‘ghost enclaves’ are the result of government failure on low-use homes ‘Woke’ and ‘gaslight’ don’t mean what you think they do – here’s why that’s a problem Ultrasound waves zapped at the brain are being used to treat everything from hand tremors to addiction Saltmarshes do store carbon, but their climate impact may have been overestimated Bridgerton: must-know beauty tips for Regency ladies Women’s sport and social media: the arguments over shared or separate accounts Why the upcoming South African election a massive milestone for the ruling ANC How Detroit techno is preserving the city’s beating heart in the face of gentrification Guatemala: Amnesty International condemns gender bias in the systematic criminalization of justice operators and human rights defenders Bosnia and Herzegovina: Srebrenica resolution an important recognition for victims and their families Grattan on Friday: Growing momentum for governments to fight social media’s grip on children Should Ukraine attack Russian territory with western weapons? 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