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Canada backs gig worker rights globally while restricting the right to strike at home Why thousands of federal lawyers leaving government service matters for everyone in the justice system From pay to taxes, big changes are coming for Australian workers and businesses from July 1 Iran just outlasted the world’s most powerful military. What can Australia learn from its strategies? Unis are going back to in-person exams. But some students are finding new ways to cheat The US is leading the new space race – but other countries are close behind What are your favourite books that deserve to be better known? 7 literary experts share theirs From the circus to the runway: how the ‘glam clown’ has seized the fashion zeitgeist The Montréal shooting spotlights the growing public safety threat of online radicalization Ethiopia: Tigray Authorities Should Withdraw Abusive Law Judges announced for The Conversation Prize for writers 2026 A partner’s touch can feel unsafe for people with a history of childhood maltreatment The Strait of Hormuz is finally reopening but Europe’s food chain suppliers cannot afford to be complacent Fossil fuels still dominate in Africa’s electricity future – study tracks 3,139 power plants Animals are often moved to make way for infrastructure, but we don’t know what happens to them next Why is the UK now changing prime minister every few years? What Brexit has actually changed, ten years later – expert panel Uganda: Authorities must investigate unlawful detention and deportation of Kenyan human rights lawyer The contested legacy of Edmund Dene Morel – the man who exposed the murderous exploits of King Leopold II in the Belgian Congo Vitamin D and calcium supplements may not protect against bone fractures, large new study suggests We found microplastics in hedgehogs – then we traced them back to pet food Trump’s upgrade of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has become a disaster. Why is it causing so much outrage? In The Hand of Dante: a striking and ambitious cinematic fever dream Free will: does refusing to believe in it make you a ‘bad’ person? Research is challenging this old idea We recreated the legendary heatwave summer of 1976 in today’s climate – here’s what we found Johannesburg has taken a big new loan to help fix its electricity problems, but the results will take time US giving grew 3% in 2025, crossing the $600B mark for the first time How Alan Greenspan’s stint as President Ford’s top economic adviser cemented his passion for public service and prepared him to lead the Fed Everyone experiences loss and grief – but that doesn’t make it any easier to talk with kids about it How everyone pays the cost for patents on seeds, and private companies get rich from keeping them secret Heat waves can leave homes dangerously hot – even for young, healthy adults Why it’s OK to say ‘namaste’ in yoga class Melatonin can be a safe and effective sleep aid for all ages – but product inconsistencies and improper dosing lead to real harms Medication abortion: Decisions from federal courts, the FDA or Trump’s Department of Justice could try to end access via telehealth From Hormuz to the cockpit: How warfare and criminal activity undermine GPS and the race to safeguard navigation The danger of confusing AI mental health support with therapy Too hot to be hungry: why our appetite shrinks in the summer heat Preston Davey: how can so many agencies know about a child and still miss what’s happening? Why the UK shouldn’t expect a general election, even with a new prime minister in place Teenage exposure to sexual content in TV and movies may lead to pornography use in adulthood 6 Executed as Jordan Resumes Death Penalty How high can a volcano throw lava up in the air? Citizenship education: primary school children are already able to think politically Helping their friends to read can boost children’s attainment Did Kenya’s Gen Z protests achieve anything? An economist weighs up what’s changed and what’s stayed the same Gulf States: Migrant Workers’ Heat Protections Fall Short Libya/EU: Rival authorities intensify xenophobic and racist crackdown on refugees and migrants in Libya as EU seeks to deepen ties Cuba: Four years after an unjust conviction, Afro-Cuban artists remain imprisoned for expressing themselves Cheap, effective and dangerous: how Australian farmers came to depend on the toxic weedkiller paraquat View from The Hill: Longer NDIS inquiry is bad for the government, costing ‘a few hundred million dollars’ One Nation’s surge continues in polls as Andy Burnham set to become next UK PM Victoria claims to have stopped native logging. So why is it importing Tasmanian forests? The new Vegemite Kids has 50% less salt. No, that’s not ‘un-Australian’ Ten Australians are taking the government to the UN over fossil fuel exports. What is their case? US: Millions Lost Health Insurance When Subsidies Expired ‘Kidfluencers’ are everywhere on social media. Should Australia consider the Netherlands’ proposed ban? Spy agencies say AI can help combat AI cyber risks. But don’t forget the basics What a strong El Niño could mean for Australian communities, jobs and food prices Robust Global Action Is Key to Curbing Sudan Atrocities World Cup: why are left-footers like Messi so valuable in soccer? Our brains predict the world – but learn most when they get it wrong COVID, flu and RSV: who should be thinking about vaccination in NZ this winter? History shows quarantine can be a blip – or mark some people forever Cambodia: Coerced Confessions Silence Activists, Opposition What exactly is a stablecoin? NZ’s regulator has finally provided an answer Hanson has tapped into angst about immigration, but it remains central to the Australian story Can bending and walking really increase the risk of a miscarriage? Guide to the classics: Sigmund Freud’s The Interpretation of Dreams gave us psychoanalysis More NSW students are going to private schools – where are they coming from? 12 billion years old, this interstellar comet is older than our Solar System This tiny Australian spider uses a high-powered web catapult to trap and eat aggressive ants ‘Green’ home features can earn developers 18% more, then save homeowners money in the long term: new study The fuel crisis has hit the Pacific hard. The region is responding – but tough choices lie ahead Syria: Mob Violence Against Groups Linked to Assad Era EU must abandon Afghanistan deportation plans and stop readmission talks with the Taliban Saudi Arabia: Almost 100 people executed so far this year as dozens more remain on death row for drug-related offences AI is getting women wrong as gender bias persists, data reveals Myanmar: Aid decline compounds suffering amid ongoing military attacks Hong Kong’s LGBTQ+ communities struggle to survive amid shrinking civic spaces The mistakes that sealed Keir Starmer’s fate House of the Dragon: four real historic women who inspired the show Trump doesn’t own the government – even though he acts as if Congress is not his equal in constitutional power and authority Funding boosts postgraduate student success – South African study measures how Can an ancient Oromo philosophy help Ethiopia build peace? Why Namummaa matters We are mapping and monitoring Africa’s underground water supplies in preparation for a hotter future – scientists Oxygen atoms in 15-million-year-old giant eggshells reveal how plants reacted to a hotter Earth – study Will the US-Iran talks in Switzerland deliver peace? It’s unlikely Ontario kindergarten: What changed, what didn’t and why it matters Keir Starmer has resigned – but what could a new PM actually do differently against Reform UK? Analysing wildfire behaviour can help detect risk zones earlier and support fire-smart strategies Ten years on from the Brexit vote, the UK is still a country of Leavers and Remainers Three lesser-known Antoni Gaudí buildings to visit to mark the centenary of his death Compete to survive, cooperate to exist: the sovereignty paradox at the heart of Europe’s defence industry Canada’s immigration policies are creating new barriers for international students Summer’s silent killer: why the world’s heatwaves are a global health emergency Andy Burnham: what to expect from the UK’s likely next prime minister Keir Starmer resigns: can anyone survive as prime minister in today’s Britain? Andy Burnham is favoured to become the next UK prime minister. Does his triumph offer lessons for defeating One Nation? At the 2026 World Cup, there will be more winners than just the champion When climate pressures deepen, the fight against violence becomes harder The oldest evidence of mourning rituals reveals Palaeolithic communities grieved like we do Why do baseball players put a black mark under their eyes? Should you swim in Pittsburgh’s rivers? A water researcher breaks down the answer Longtime Exxon CEO Lee Raymond’s legacy of climate denial and misinformation lives on – a psychologist offers ways to counter it Why many older Americans are losing ground even with an 80-year-old president Childhood experiences of LGBTQ+ stigma can harm romantic relationships decades later – psychologists explain how to reconnect with yourself and your partner Bones communicate with the rest of the body to support overall health – here’s the science behind your skeleton From Norway to Wisconsin, children want to be social media influencers when they grow up Deed fraud can cause vulnerable Detroiters to lose their homes – here’s why it’s hard to catch the thieves In deep-red Idaho, even Republicans break with Trump on farm labor Anyone can fake a scientific image with AI, tricking even academic journals – and undermining trust in science View from The Hill: Lowy poll shows Australians more pessimistic about almost everything Can supplements keep your brain sharp? Why the evidence is more complicated than it seems People who lift weights live longer – new study World Cup technology: from ref cams to AI analysts, cutting-edge research is changing the game The Caspian Sea has lost an area nearly the size of Sicily: human activities are a major reason why Ten years after the referendum, how Brexit could have been done differently Bird flu is here. Can we stop the spread? What’s the risk of humans getting sick from bird flu? “Until the day I die, I will fight for freedom of expression”: Meet Kajeem, the Ivorian reggae-man who celebrates human rights Burkina Faso: Prominent Journalist Serge Oulon Forcibly Disappeared 2 Years On Brazil’s former First Lady juggles Christian conservatism, cracks open the far right’s gender contradictions Time’s running out to book Virgin flight credits before June 30. What are your refund rights? From keyboard to EDM: How ‘jedag-jedug’ subculture is shaping Indonesia’s electronic music scene How Donald Trump has changed the way diplomacy is done Argentina: Flawed Lobbying Bill Burkina Faso: Prominent Journalist Forcibly Disappeared 2 Years On Antipodean prose poetry is coming into its own An elite fighting unit of gay lovers – the Theban Sacred Band in ancient Greece Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could work for addiction too – and we finally know how Australia has already spent over $100 million dealing with Varroa mite. Here’s what we can do next ‘Boxing inside the box’ – antipodean prose poetry is coming into its own The new price gouging law starts on July 1. Can it rein in Coles and Woolworths? Why the whole country will be watching Victoria’s November state election Victoria wants daily ‘device-free’ time in high schools. What works best for learning? Today’s space race could turn fatal if we don’t agree on new rules ‘Too pretty to do math’? Here’s the real reason girls aren’t choosing to study maths Craving something for dinner? Your mind may be ‘tasting’ food before you eat it Can we cure asthma? Yes, and we have a plan The Breadwinner: Comedy doesn’t need flawless dads, but we do need competent ones Plant-based products need to be easier to find and consistently affordable for shoppers Canada’s AI strategy must reckon with the environmental implications of data centres How AI prompting turned writerly description into an everyday skill With Iran and the US signing a peace deal, where does that leave Benjamin Netanyahu? Vaccine hesitancy can’t be boiled down to a single factor: what we learnt in South Africa and Brazil Can Africa survive the global aid squeeze? Yes, but it will take financial discipline Secrets of Stonehenge and other ancient sites unlocked for the summer solstice The first case of H5N1 bird flu in Australia has been confirmed. What does this mean? Old and new challenges for the Human Rights Council as it turns 20 Andy Burnham is known as the ‘king of the north’. Could he become the UK’s next prime minister? ‘Disasterclass’ as timid Socceroos fail to show enough ambition against United States Seal pups and seabird chicks are suffering in extreme weather. How can we protect them? Does climate change lead to more migration? Here’s why researchers can’t agree on the evidence How America came to love football – what you should listen, read and see this week Andy Burnham needed a big win. The Makerfield result means Labour might have reason to hope The UK’s Discriminatory  AI Experiment on Child  Refugees “Communities are stronger when refugees and migrants are included” Labour will get no second chances to change: Andy Burnham’s warning to his struggling party Toy Story 5’s ‘Lilypad’ is an indictment of the world that birthed the ‘iPad Kid’ Quantum sensors could spot hidden damage in the thousands of US bridges rated ‘structurally deficient’ Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Philadelphia in 1976 was mysterious and deadly – 50 years later, scientists know the cause but outbreaks continue BBC to cut 550 jobs across news and radio – here’s what it means for audiences Why are we so obsessed with charismatic leaders? The HPV vaccine works – but only if we keep trusting it This Father’s Day, it’s time to listen to dads It’s 50 years since the 1976 drought: how would the UK cope with its next major one? Planes don't fly on masculinity: Why society views women in transportation as an anomaly Seven memorable films to watch with your dad on Father’s Day The 11 best songs and albums about fatherhood – according to music experts Heatwaves: five reasons why Victorian houses are cooler than modern buildings Think before you flush: expert advice on how and when to save water at home Eight ways to sleep well in hot weather Freedom of speech takes many forms and they are always cultural How a 45-minute family exercise session could boost thinking skills New evidence reveals extent of anti-fascist motives behind ‘insane’ aristocrat’s plot to assassinate Mussolini Where do women feature in the history of diplomacy? What can be done to stop conflict-related sexual violence? How do US “third country removals” work and are they legal? DRC: Amnesty International launches “6 million Voices for Justice for Congo” campaign, in renewed push for accountability for crimes under international law. The case of Shakira Galíndez highlights a growing crisis for trans Venezuelan asylum seekers in the U.S. Andy Burnham is back at Westminster: what this says about Britain’s changing political system World Cup: what’s just the right height for a soccer player? The operational and humanitarian consequences of disregard for the rules of war are both devastating and accelerating From ‘media deserts’ to the invisibility of women, rights experts spotlight latest trends US-Iran deal must centre human rights and region must see real and sustainable end to hostilities This unsettling book says we live too long – but Australia’s problems lie in power, not age Time is critical when someone’s heart stops – portable defibrillators could save more lives Chloe Wilson’s witty debut novel is refreshingly free of ‘psycho bitch’ clichés – but it’s too long Democracy’s next big test: could a Trump-endorsed US citizen become Colombia’s president? Burning forest ‘waste’ to make cement damages the climate. Let’s pursue cleaner options Men make up less than 18% of Australian primary school teachers. Is this a problem? ‘Park the bus’, ‘the false nine’ and ‘total football’: what do soccer’s strange phrases mean? Friday essay: I had to crowdfund my cancer treatment in Australia’s ‘universal’ health-care system Tim McGraw at 20: how Taylor Swift’s debut single set her formula for success Microbes destroyed an ancient pterosaur’s wingbone, then preserved it for 100 million years What drives women to have a ‘freebirth’ without a midwife or doctor? Here’s what the research says Donald Trump’s Iran ceasefire deal prompts strong feelings and profane language Canada Delivers a Blow to Corporate Accountability Can the Special Seats Bill deliver the gender parity Nigeria needs? The Strait of Hormuz is reopening, but global shipping won’t return to normal for months Why don’t some people get vaccinated? It’s more complicated than you think Small forest fragments can protect more birds when the surrounding landscape is more helpful More than chatbots: why business AI agents are Big Tech’s next product battleground Support Builds to Protect Children from Crimes Against Humanity Mothering while Black: To protect our children, we draw on traditions of refusal Macron plays ‘Trump whisperer’ as the US president signs Iran ceasefire deal after a successful G7 summit Iran ceasefire deal confirms what we’ve been saying for years: military might doesn’t work Donald Trump’s popularity is at an all-time low. History says that matters What’s overlooked in student mental health in South Africa: social connection and sexual wellbeing Who was Andimba Toivo ya Toivo? The Namibian leader who chose justice over power South African scientists make breakthrough in decoding cancer’s most effective survival strategy People are marrying holograms and making friends with chatbots. But can AI bring true happiness? Claims of Dartmoor pony cull reignite row over how to save Britain’s moorlands Why more births now end in caesarean section Why one sports injury can sometimes lead to another ‘My heritage is my power’: how young Black women like Naomi Osaka are using fashion in sport How a Swedish king went on strike in 1768 Did Neanderthals use rhinoceros teeth as tools? Is ten too young to be criminally responsible? Here’s what the evidence says Why US presidents end up cursing Benjamin Netanyahu Clean eating: why cutting sugar out of your diet might not be as healthy as it sounds – new study England’s sewage spills: why citizen scientists want to test for pollution themselves AI saves time – so why does it make us feel guilty? Four reasons electric vehicle targets shouldn’t be weakened Is Australia’s social media ban for under 16s working? The drawer problem: Why so many of us can’t let go of our old electronics, and what we can do about it How local communities are challenging Big Tech data centers’ noise, pollution and rising electricity bills First new US sunscreen ingredient since 1999 approved by FDA – a skin scientist explains how bemotrizinol works Quartz countertops are driving a public health crisis in the US – 2 occupational health experts explain the surge of lung transplants and lawsuits NASA announces its Artemis III crew, which will test important equipment and systems in Earth orbit and is testing public opinion Where nature draws the map – here are 5 ways to look at the US, without state boundaries Refugee numbers dropped in 2025 – but aid cuts and others trends suggest little to celebrate How Messi, Mbappe and Haaland use their brains (as well as feet) to gain a psychological edge at the World Cup Americans keep voting for scandal-prone candidates because they just don’t want the other party to win How LGBTQ employees at Kodak risked their careers to build a safer, more inclusive workplace How China’s ‘red lines’ are quietly shaping global news reporting US-Iran deal leaves the future of Lebanon uncertain – and subject to Israel playing the spoiler Juneteenth’s real meaning is written on the plates of smoked meats, potato salad and watermelon What’s in the US-Iran peace deal? A lot of concessions and empty promises from Trump, in return for little Grattan on Friday: Albanese government gives ground on tax, but how much will it have to cede on the NDIS? Bunk’Art: Dealing with the legacy of Albania’s communist regime Thousands of stateless people live in limbo due to gaps in Australia’s system: report Jeremy Clarkson has aggressive prostate cancer. But what makes some cancers more aggressive than others? Vodafone has suffered another major outage. A telco expert explains what went wrong Australian farmers are desperate to escape the latest mouse plague – and may soon get relief US: Federal Government Terrorized Minnesota Communities Uzbekistan: Activist Held in Trumped-Up Case Politics with Michelle Grattan: Jonno Duniam on guilt and relief about quitting politics Bulgaria Licensed Surveillance Exports to Rights Violators From prejudice to harm – current policies targeting trans people follow a clear pattern of escalation Halving the fuel tax was a bad idea – and it shouldn’t be extended. There’s a fairer alternative The 5 simple tweaks to make social media less addictive Female cannibals: what’s behind the emerging horror fiction trend? Hate speech is ‘first step down the path of dehumanisation’ Rights defender killings hit record high as UN pushes to shore up humanitarian action View from The Hill: Hanson gets quite a bit off her chest when she enters the media den How Australia can deliver the secure gas, renewable fuels and battery minerals Asia and the Pacific need How much clothing is too much? The maths behind having a sustainable wardrobe Making a big, life-changing decision? 7 steps to consider India’s youth-led Cockroach party may prove as hard to kill as its namesake Iran: Deadly drone strikes on Bahrain and Saudi Arabia may constitute war crimes – new research Gig Workers in China Need More Than Promises Seaweed farming offers benefits, but regulatory gaps pose ecological risks Bonfires, Maypoles and a saint’s day: How Europe celebrates the longest day of the year Sovereign AI? Anthropic shutdown reveals Canada’s weakness New study shows 1 in 7 people have been victims of sextortion – and AI is making it worse Is ‘baby brain’ real? A neuroscientist explains Australia risks losing its ‘corporate brain’ if more high-value jobs keep being sent offshore What does it mean to be ‘Wasian’ – and is it OK to celebrate it? Heat waves increase wildfire risk – a new study explains how much, and it’s not a small number Tunisia: Quash unjust convictions of anti-racism activists Saadia Mosbah and Mnemty staff Does the United Kingdom need a new Winston Churchill? A safe AI strategy for Canadian youth should include age-associated risks Money, food and survival: what drives paid sex among young mums in 3 African countries Could the roofs of low cost houses be South Africa’s secret weapon against hunger? Malawi’s education choices in the wake of aid cuts Seaweed farming offers climate benefits, but regulatory gaps pose risks Does screen time mean children are missing out on play? What makes the ideal digital icon? A psychologist explains The kombucha paradox: measurable effects, uncertain wellbeing benefits A ‘super’ El Niño has the power to devastate fishing – and leave seals and sea lions starving Why weight-loss drugs don’t work for some people Before banks, nuns lent money: how convents helped power medieval Vienna’s economy Gender-neutral pronouns in French exams: how language classrooms respond to linguistic change Why Albertans are seeking a referendum on separation from Canada Liver cancer deaths are rapidly increasing – tackling preventable causes would save lives ‘Agrivoltaics’ can both power AI data centres and increase food production — new study ‘Alexa, tell me a joke’: how talking to AI impacts young children’s development How older racialized immigrants are lost in translation in Canadian cities Japan’s Flag Desecration Bill Threatens Rights Travel anxiety: five tips from major thinkers to calm your nerves One of the world’s most important climate threats has an image problem Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have different war aims – can the Iran peace deal survive? Most American workers are checked out, and like ‘The Office,’ their bosses are the last to know How enslaved African Muslims resisted bondage through their faith and writing 40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be? DIY zines are helping queer communities tell their own stories and craft their own culture Many college students already have well-formed cheating habits – that, not AI, is the real problem How political leaders use combat spectacles to symbolize national power and purpose Colorado criminal cases are dismissed at a higher rate when prosecutors face heavier workloads Energy costs are high and unaffordable – what utilities, governments, communities and you can do to help save consumers money Why states are walking back their own climate and energy laws, and what they could do instead Rural areas lag behind in cancer treatment and prevention – even as rich, urban areas increasingly leave dying from cancer in the rearview Why LGBTQ+ patients are paying for gaps in fertility care News is changing dramatically – here’s what the move away from mainstream media means for you as a consumer Honduras: Cedeño won’t disappear, it will relocate and persevere Support Global Voices’ Spotlight: Statelessness The weather bureau has just declared an El Niño. What could this mean for Australia? The US government can shut off access to AI at will. What does this mean for Australia? Levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in dolphins and whales are rising globally Xenophobia in South Africa: state’s complicity with gangs and vigilantes is threatening its ability to govern If aliens landed on Earth tomorrow, what would they eat? View from The Hill: Hanson gets quite a bit off off her chest when she enters the media den Tyra Banks is suing Netflix for defamation. The odds are against her US-Iran deal should see oil and LNG begin to flow again… slowly The over-50s are most likely to overdose. Here’s how older people use drugs Childcare workers have been guaranteed a pay bump. What’s the fine print? East Jerusalem: Israel Escalating Home Demolitions, Evictions France: Discriminatory Police Fines Trap Youth in Debt CAR: Long-awaited trial of former president Bozizé for crimes against humanity tarnished by his absence The Iran peace deal must demand the release of Narges Mohammadi and other prisoners of conscience Your AI habit is wasting precious resources. Here’s how to use it responsibly NZ’s health spending isn’t enough for current, let alone future needs – we’ve calculated the shortfall India: Ethnic Bengalis Unlawfully Expelled Latest polls still have One Nation leading on primary votes, but not gaining How do beta blocker heart drugs actually work for anxiety? Lebanon: Israel radically expands use of unlawful mass ‘evacuation’ orders and commits war crime of unlawful transfer Research is Not a Crime UN urges adherence to mine ban treaty Soaring US beef prices likely to rise further thanks to trade tensions and disease outbreaks KPMG lost its clients’ trust, yet kept winning government contracts. Here’s what needs to change Should One Nation and the Coalition strike a deal to win office? There are huge risks for both parties Putin wanted to make Russia great again. Instead, Ukraine is the new rising power in Europe Screening all 3- and 4-year-olds for developmental delay makes sense. But diagnosing autism is different ‘Every day I think about money’: how can we support uni students who struggle financially? What is education for? Why new Korean drama Teach You a Lesson is topping the charts Hugh Jackman plays Robin Hood as wicked – it’s a badly timed take on the hero of the poor Floating volcanic rock is disrupting life in Papua New Guinea – and the problem will last a long time 800 visits to a suburban park: inside an epic 40-year birdwatching quest Congressional Proposal Could Deepen US Complicity Millions of people can’t access civil justice – my new report shows why four decades of reform have failed What Kenya’s fish markets tell us about choosing between nutrients and contaminants Artificial intelligence raises profound moral questions — for all of humanity to answer World Cup visitors may tip differently — here’s what Canadian hospitality workers should know Syrian Government Pledges Protection for Children with Disabilities Ecuador: Prosecutor Shot and Killed Building data centers in space is an intriguing idea on paper, but major engineering challenges must be solved Prediction markets are opening many new opportunities for unregulated insider trading and unethical bets – in the name of making a game out of politics Asteroid or comet? Meteor or meteorite? How to identify and classify the rocks you see streaking through the sky How Wall Street is shifting electric utilities toward consolidation and profit Juneteenth reminds us of Black Americans’ long struggle for education following end of slavery Microplastics are everywhere in Pennsylvania’s water – but the tide may be turning Western troops have been expelled from Africa’s Sahel – so why are Italy’s Carabinieri still there? UK social media ban: tech restrictions for teens can’t be the only approach Why fatherhood matters more than ever before Down syndrome isn’t a tragedy — but misinformation about it is Language matters for disaster warnings – this community didn’t get useful flood alerts Nigerians tell their stories of banditry. ‘A month will not go by without someone being killed in this village.’ Great Zimbabwe: debunking the myth of tyrants and forced labour Eco-literate children can be stewards of nature – here’s how to boost environmental education Beyond the waiting list: the real challenges facing the Welsh NHS Ferrari’s first electric supercar has proved controversial – a car designer explains why How bond markets have become one of the most powerful forces in modern politics Overnight trains: why sleeping all the way to your holiday destination is a growing (and green) option With social media ban, Starmer attempts an emotional rebrand If you’re feeling down, maybe don’t pet your cat, new study suggests US Agriculture Bill Cuts Vital Nutrition Aid US Congress Approves Immigration Funding Despite Abuses European Parliament Presses for Action to End Transnational Repression Rights Defender Sentenced to 8 Years in Azerbaijan The overlooked Virginia Woolf novel about to hit cinemas – Night and Day Three men’s health drugs that were originally designed for a different purpose Major sporting events could offer a public health role for nursing students Will ‘ordinariness’ be enough to swing the result in Makerfield? Europe wants to limit its reliance on foreign tech – but funding is limited and the proposed rules are weak David Hockney’s success is a testament to a Britain that supported working-class artists – the same cannot be said today Our eyes age too: Here’s how to reduce the risks of four common eye conditions CAR: Long-awaited trial of former president Bozizé for war crimes and crimes against humanity tarnished by his absence The rights left behind: The future of LGBTQI+ organizing in post-uprising Bangladesh The RBA holds interest rates steady, but warns another hike is possible if inflation stays high After a coaching masterclass against Turkey, can the Socceroos shock the US and Paraguay? Russia’s strike on centuries-old Ukrainian monastery complex reveals its growing desperation The 5 best films from this year’s (outstanding) Sydney Film Festival Odour-resistant and soft on the skin: the science of merino wool explained ‘It’s a disgrace’: the US has abandoned the Kurds again – and this time, Trump is insulting them to boot Have we lost our appetite for meat and dairy alternatives? What came before the Big Bang? EU Should Build on Hungary’s Recommitment to ICC Does paraquat cause Parkinson’s? Here’s what the evidence says about this common weed killer How younger Australians are reshaping the future of news Cheaper fares won’t fix NZ’s public transport woes – and neither will a few extra buses The world agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 – but marine protection can’t be judged by area alone Global: Young voices on social media bans UK Court Upholds ‘Terrorism’ Ban on Palestine Action Sudan civilians trapped by fear, disappearance and detention: rights experts 4 steps you can take to avoid ‘perceived scarcity’ and prevent food waste For countries contesting the FIFA World Cup, size doesn’t always mean goals and glory What we misunderstand about absent fathers 4 ways kindergarten lays the foundation for lifelong learning Trump’s US-Iran ceasefire deal is a costly return to prewar conditions – and resolving nuclear questions will run into the ‘indivisibility problem’ Why the US World Cup chants are being mocked – and what makes a great one How simple changes to Australia’s skilled migration program could add billions a year to the economy What does being ‘trauma-informed’ actually mean? Toy Story 5 pits traditional toys vs a tablet. In real life, families can combine the two These hidden songs survived the Holocaust – and helped singers to endure their own survival Life isn’t easy at the edge of the power grid. Could batteries and microgrids offer a brighter future? Niger Strips Exiled Opposition Leader of Nationality Women report poor sleep despite a good night’s rest — while men overestimate their own sleep quality AI robots can go rogue – a researcher on how easily it happens The UK has the means to avoid climate policy being driven by culture wars What early modern literature can teach us about neurodivergence Teaser campaigns have become one of the music industry’s most powerful marketing tools Spectacular deficits and record revenues: FIFA’s financial cycles are a winning strategy Personal time helps parents feel better and recover from stress Social media and teenagers: what the evidence says Pianist Abdullah Ibrahim crafted a magnificent new culture for South Africa China: Detention of church leaders signals intensifying attacks on religious freedom Brazil: Courts Protect Land Rights in the Amazon The mysterious tooth condition affecting millions of children How window-mounted heat pumps can give tenants efficient heating and cooling AI schools like Alpha promise efficiency, but can’t replicate the messy process that helps kids learn The ‘right to repair’ movement has a point, but consumers should read the warranty fine print first FIFA’s Haiti jersey ban echoes the long campaign to discredit and downplay the Haitian Revolution Who was the first transgender person? Trump proposes putting political goals above objective criteria in deciding who gets government grants, from childcare to research to public safety Sonic booms from meteors can release the energy of hundreds of tons of TNT – here’s how they work A shared mourning ritual helped an American soldier and an Iraqi interpreter find common ground US immigration policies interfere with prenatal care and parenting choices, hurting people and communities Paving paradise: Dismantling the US Roadless Rule threatens to disrupt wildlife, water and peace in the last quiet places in America This successful Arctic fishing treaty has kept Russia, China, the US and others working together for 5 years – it could be a model for future diplomacy Global uncertainty is the new normal. Here’s why institutional legitimacy and resilience is crucial UK under-16 social media ban: what parents need to know How Iran gained the strategic upper hand in the war with the US and Israel Love life: David Hockney, the artist who forced Britain to make room for colour, joy and queerness The mathematical secrets hidden at the heart of Barcelona’s Sagrada Família Kenya wants to close refugee camps: the promise and risks of its ambitious new plan South Africa is short of 2.6 million homes: Vienna’s approach to social housing offers useful lessons Abusive Anti-LGBT Proposals Resurface in Türkiye How will Australian native bees cope with climate change? Their nests hold a clue Haruki Murakami has a new book coming out and fans know what to expect – for the most part Could women’s anger turn Makerfield voters against Reform UK? How to write a compelling climate haiku Australia has already banned social media for under 16s – here’s what the UK can learn from the experience US-Iran war: what the ‘peace deal’ really means Cooling ingredients in vapes might cause irregular heartbeats UK: Social media ban for under 16s ‘right diagnosis, wrong prescription’ UK: Terrorist sentence for Palestine Action marks ‘dangerous’ move against right to protest Ghana’s queer movement is losing a fight it could be ‘winning’ A peace deal may bring an end to the Iran war, but what did the US and Israel truly achieve? View from The Hill: has political life become absurdly frenetic? Conflict hits schooling hardest where children are the target – study Do shark culls keep people safe in the ocean? 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