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Pravin Gordhan: a lifetime of service to South Africa - as an activist and then in building the new democracy How did a Hong Kong judge find media outlet Stand News a seditious ‘tool’ to smear Beijing? Regional Award honoring Milan Mladenović highlights creativity of young rock bands from former Yugoslavia India: Renewed Ethnic Violence in Manipur State Does ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ conquer the game world with its free spirit or China’s soft power? Why aren't Caribbean artists better funded? Potential Air Canada pilot strike: Key FAQs and why the anger at pilots is misplaced Afghanistan’s Hazara Community Needs Protection Iran: Repression of women ‘intensifying’, two years on from mass protests ‘The data on extreme human ageing is rotten from the inside out’ – Ig Nobel winner Saul Justin Newman Kate Winslet’s rich biopic of US photographer Lee Miller comes alive in its brutal war scenes Colorado voters weigh a ban on hunting mountain lions as attitudes toward wild predators shift The Innu have lived in eastern Canada for thousands of years, yet their rights to this land are increasingly threatened by the question: who is Indigenous? How to improve your flexibility – the body’s secret weapon for staying healthy and active Antibacterial discovery: how scavengers avoid infection and what we can learn from them Five MTV Video Music Awards performances that have influenced queer culture Lee Miller: the model-turned-photographer who brought the horrors of war to Vogue Egypt: US Waives Human Rights Conditions on Military Aid I tried online therapy in Uganda, but is it an accessible mental health alternative for everyone? Some pensioners are pretty well off. But how many can afford to lose the winter fuel payment? Who is in fuel poverty? The government has no idea as it moves to cut winter fuel payments At 60, the Sun hasn’t set – but the tabloid’s light is fading Modern secondhand clothes are often considered ‘dirty’ but vintage garments aren’t – certain assumptions limit sustainable fashion Photographer Louis Carlos Bernal memorialized the barrios at the US-Mexican border Voters’ ‘moral flexibility’ helps them defend politicians’ misinformation − if they believe the inaccurate info speaks to a larger truth Wild ginseng is declining, but small-scale ‘diggers’ aren’t the main threat to this native plant − and they can help save it As attitudes toward wild predators shift, Colorado voters weigh a ban on hunting mountain lions Endometriosis pain leads to missed school and work in two-thirds of women with the condition, new study finds Students ride the rails in this course to learn about sustainability and tourism Creative life after death − or yes, you can control spinoffs from beyond the grave Sunflowers make small moves to maximize their Sun exposure − physicists can model them to predict how they grow Violence at the Kenya-Ethiopia border: what’s driving insecurity in the region The keys to managing chemotherapy: exercise, nutrition and mental health Should you get a pet nup? How the law deals with your fur baby if you break up with your partner The Rings of Power: season two is a vast improvement – and a meditation on the dangerous allure of AI Ofsted report cards could give parents the information they actually want about schools Time to End Business as Usual in Unlawful West Bank Settlements NHS report: why higher pay for health workers could lead to a more efficient and effective system Bridging biology and art: An interview with Nigerian artist Samuel Ubong A billionaire and an engineer have completed the first private spacewalk. But this isn’t just a vanity project Your gas stove might be making your asthma worse. Here’s what you can do about it Are you ready for it? What a Taylor Swift endorsement means for Kamala Harris What the government’s home care changes mean for ageing Australians Get set for more extreme weather across Australia this spring and summer Two former federal departmental heads breached public service code 25 times in Robodebt scandal The death of printed newspapers has long been predicted – but there are still some pleasing signs of life The UK and Ireland’s climate was tropical 26 million years ago – here’s why that matters now Principles or raw power: 3 steps NZ can take to resolve its confused stance on Gaza A new law aims to tackle online lies – but it ignores expert advice and doesn’t go nearly far enough Need medicine in hospital? Our study finds how often IT flaws lead to the wrong drug or dose New plan shows Australia’s hydrogen dream is still alive. But are we betting on the right projects? The psychology of retirement: why do so many athletes struggle to call time? Fujimori’s death won’t end pursuit of justice for Peruvian victims – or stop the strongman’s supporters from revering his legacy Vietnam: Drop Charges, Release Democracy Campaigner Operation Knock Knock: On the hunt for dissident voices in Venezuela New study links low incomes, stressed parents and child behaviour – better support would bring lifelong benefits Friday essay: Giant shark megalodon was the most powerful superpredator ever. Why did it go extinct? $84bn lost to housing tax lurks? That would go a long way towards ending the housing crisis Medic at 70: long before Meredith Grey or Doogie Howser, this show shaped the modern medical drama Can AI talk us out of conspiracy theory rabbit holes? TIFF 2024: For Gen Zs and beyond, cinema is about authentic live experience Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus: Are we losing sight of overall health? Here’s what the science says Escalation in West Bank Signals Risk of Further Atrocities Philippines Worst in Asia for Killings of Environmental Defenders Winding Path to Justice for Australian War Crimes World News in Brief: UNICEF mpox response in DR Congo, ‘unprecedented’ threat to Sudan’s heritage, call to suspend Cambodia journalism charter Ukraine recap: big challenges ahead of winter for Zelensky as European far-right push Russian agenda Central banks should be independent of government. But our research shows they are under political pressure The UK and Ireland’s climate was tropical 26 million years ago - here’s why that matters now Cosmology is at a tipping point – we may be on the verge of discovering new physics Cosmology in crisis? A new series from The Conversation The skyscraper-sized tsunami that vibrated through the entire planet and no one saw Kamala Harris effectively baited Donald Trump during the debate, drawing out his insecure white masculinity We must act globally to safeguard the future of humanity Germany-Central Asia Summit Should Promote Rights Johannesburg’s underbelly is explored in Niq Mhlongo’s fresh new novel about a messy break-up African countries are adopting two houses of parliament to boost democracy – but that’s not always what happens Sudan is burning and foreign powers are benefiting – what’s in it for the UAE Hustle academies: west Africa’s online scammers are training others in fraud and sextortion Speak No Evil: a jacked-up James McAvoy is the highlight of this horror about masculinity Online public shaming of women athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics highlights gender-based violence Beyond the Harris-Trump debate: How politicians use anti-immigrant rhetoric to mask systemic failures The menopause can increase your likelihood of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension — but exercise can help lower risk Grattan on Friday: Coalition backs Labor’s heavy lifting on aged care, hoping to reap the benefit down the track Exceptional new fish fossil sparks rethink of how Earth’s geology drives evolution Why are so many of England’s care workers migrants? A 149 million-year-old pterosaur is Britain’s largest flying animal – how scientists proved it from a single finger bone Free school meals are on the rise in the US − but that could change depending on who wins the 2024 presidential election East is East, West is West − and Turkey is looking to forge its own BRICS path between the two Philly residents with opioid addiction get medication from the ‘bupe bus’ − creating a path for treatment Biobots arise from the cells of dead organisms − pushing the boundaries of life, death and medicine Responding to work emails after hours contributes to burnout, hostility Supreme Court’s ruling in Trump v. United States would have given Nixon immunity for Watergate crimes — but 50 years ago he needed a presidential pardon to avoid prison A Nazi magazine regularly published manipulated photos and misinformation, long before the age of AI Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris shows how big a role music is playing in the 2024 election Too many disabled young people are missing out on PE – here’s how that could change Liam Gallagher is the new face of Stone Island – a marketing expert explains why he’s the perfect fit How the west is foiling Russia’s attempts to use the Arctic in the Ukraine war Does the Albanese government’s proposed ‘hate speech’ law give us what we need? Nigeria is the world’s 2nd biggest plastic polluter: expert insights into the crisis Macron-Barnier duo is neither a coalition nor cohabitation – could it be a ‘coalitation’? Why Putin has resisted using Ukraine’s Kursk offensive to call for greater Russian sacrifices Why mpox in Africa was ignored for too long and children are dying as a result – podcast Prime Minister’s Literary Awards 2024: André Dao breaks rules and witnesses uncomfortable truths ‘Thornback’ keeps trending – here’s why this old-fashioned term is derogatory to young, single women Instead of banning kids from online spaces, here’s what we should offer them instead Kids under 13 use social media. How can parents help keep them safe online? Aged care reform: self-funded retirees and part-pensioners to pay more as government aims to shore up the system Entrepreneurial potential: Which generation is most likely to succeed in business? Sneesby’s resignation from Nine points to host of problems besetting commercial TV networks Farm fences trouble turtles in search of water. Here’s how to help The government has a new plan for residential aged care. Here’s what’s changing Michel Barnier: how Mr Brexit rose from the ashes of Emmanuel Macron’s fire to become French prime minister #FreeTheFive Blog: ADOLFO CAMPOS Long-overdue Australian privacy law reform is here – and it’s still not fit for the digital era New polling: half of Australians want gambling ads banned entirely; LNP has big Queensland lead Facebook has scraped public data from Australian users without an opt out. What can we do? Which gut drugs might end up in a lawsuit? Are there really links with cancer and kidney disease? Should I stop taking them? Alex Greenwich’s defamation win against Mark Latham shows political spite is not above the law In sports-mad Australia, new research suggests physical education can be undervalued at school Australia Commits to Protecting Children’s Privacy Online Kamala Harris is riding another wave of support following her debate with Donald Trump Blowing the dust off NZ’s ‘founding documents’ reveals the hold they still have on today’s Treaty debate Kid Snow takes a stab at exploring masculinity in the gritty outback, but fails to land Understanding risks for Australia of China’s slowing economy is Chalmers’ top priority at upcoming Beijing talks Should school nurses weigh students? We asked 5 experts Thailand: Human Rights Agenda for New Government Your eyes could reveal the first signs of many diseases What we know about Australia’s arms exports: we’ve analysed the data How well is the federal government regulating social media in Australia? Tech billionaire Elon Musk is on track to become the world’s first trillionaire. It’s a sign markets aren’t working 5 picky eating habits – and how to help your child overcome them YouTuber Nikocado Avocado’s extreme weight-loss hoax isn’t admirable – it’s fatness being exploited for engagement The latest version of ChatGPT has a feature you’ll fall in love with. And that’s a worry Vital green spaces are disappearing in NZ cities – what can central and local government do? How the ‘rebound effect’ could eat away at the green gains from electric vehicles Do your boys fight with sticks, Nerf guns and fake swords all the time? Here’s why they do it How Kamala Harris won the U.S. presidential debate against Donald Trump Why Canada needs a national disability strategy Mozambique: Abuses Against Media, Activists Before Elections Haiti: Education in jeopardy as gang violence continues Wind powers a record summer for renewable energy in Britain A new fentanyl vaccine looks promising – but treating drug addiction needs a more complex approach V&A Kimono exhibition: charting evolution of garment that has influenced art, fashion and film We gathered centuries-old written records to show the seas around Wales once teemed with life Michel Barner: how Mr Brexit rose from the ashes of Emmanuel Macron’s fire to become French prime minister What the Grenfell report gets wrong – structural racism is evident in access to safe social housing There are 13 million women ‘missing’ in Gulf states – here’s why it is holding their economies back Plants can grow in near-darkness, new research shows – here are three promising benefits A mild concussion from amateur sports might not cause cognitive decline – but repeated injuries can Why we haven’t evolved better knees – new research UN Panel Affirms Human Rights in Mining for Renewables From MENA to WANA: Why terminologies matter VenApp, the Chavista app co-opted for harassment in Venezuela Neanderthal remains found in France reveals there were not one, but at least two lineages of late Neanderthals in Europe, our research shows South Africa’s green hydrogen hub: EU grants not nearly enough to get industry going How the United Nations’ Pact for the Future could help heal a fractured world What I learned about eco-anxiety after listening to the climate stories of 1,000 people from around the world Fire safety tips at home: the risks and how to avoid them South Africa is failing its youngest children – report flags critical gaps in early learning, social protection and health care Global media tell only part of Africa’s story – new report shows which outlets perform best and worst Hungary: Ukrainian Refugees Losing Housing Ecuador: Government Should End Criminalization of Abortion Key Arrests in Central African Republic Armenia's path out of Russia's orbit Childhood diabetes cases have risen sharply over the last 30 years in Europe, but some countries are affected more than others – new study How Harris used the first TV debate to put Trump on the defensive Baleen whales are among the biggest creatures on Earth – science is revealing new secrets about their size Four ways to know whether to stay or go if your workplace is a sinking ship Beetlejuice Beetlejuice celebrates the enduring appeal of being a goth girl – and introduces the goth mum Open-source imagery is transforming investigations of international crimes – but how do judges know if it’s real? ‘Difficult’ children are only slightly more likely to have insecure attachments with parents Funny reviews help engage consumers, fueling impulse buys − to a point, study shows Trump’s tax cuts led to a $20B reduction in charitable giving within a year Fewer college students indicate they are nonbinary amid backlash With China seeking AI dominance, Taiwan’s efforts to slow neighbor’s access to advanced chips needs support from the West Coastal cities’ growing hurricane vulnerability is fed by both climate change and unbridled population growth Making fuels from plastics in Newaygo, Michigan, would be controversial – here’s why Kamala Harris’ message to women on ‘freedom’ helps explain why Black and white Christians are deeply divided over support for Donald Trump Six National Anti-Corruption Commission probes involve current or former parliamentarians Neanderthal body found in France reveals there were not one, but at least two lineages of late Neanderthals in Europe, our research shows Nigerian farmers lack insurance: payouts triggered by weather data offer a solution Iran: Two years after ‘Woman Life Freedom’ uprising, impunity for crimes reigns supreme Buried treasures: how seeds help us learn about fire in the Australian landscape Starting with a handshake, presidential debate between Harris and Trump then turns fierce, and pointed Are Americans more attracted to anger or hope? Don Watson reports from the US election trail The Princess of Wales wants to stay cancer-free. What does this mean? With a million home batteries, we could build far fewer power lines. We just need the right incentives Trump and Harris trade insults and competing visions: 3 experts give their verdicts on the US presidential debate ‘It’s okay to poo at work’: new health campaign highlights a common source of anxiety Should parents be worried about social media? We asked 5 experts What is reproductive health leave and why do we need it? The Queen’s Nanny: an entertaining, timely and informative play about Elizabeth II’s governess Americas: Limited Protection for People Fleeing Venezuela, Haiti Twenty-five new cases of whooping cough in a week in North Macedonia, mostly unvaccinated babies affected Tajikistan: Pamiri minority facing systemic discrimination in ‘overlooked human rights crisis’ ICRC Vice-President Dr Gilles Carbonnier: The international community must urgently take deliberate steps and lead towards effectively protecting civilians Athletes’ bodies are supposedly temples. So why do so many consume ultra-processed foods? Labour is talking about a wealth tax again – what are its options and what might work? It’s a big deal if Australia and the Pacific are chosen to host UN climate talks. Here’s why As cities axe shared e-scooters, the many more personally owned ones are in a blind spot Official US poverty rate declined in 2023, but more people faced economic hardship China: Free Taiwanese Political Activist 20 best New Zealand books of the 21st century: as chosen by experts Crystals hold a secret history of volcanoes – and clues about future eruptions The future of the Regent Theatre: why we must preserve not only architecture, but also public use of our community spaces The commercial broadcasters’ crisis isn’t new, but can no longer be ignored. What’s next for TV? Meningococcal: what to know about this potentially deadly disease affecting Australian children Fuel shortages and bare pharmacies: we need to talk about what a possible war with China could look like How a small update in global standards can contribute to climate change awareness The Perfect Couple: a cocktail of Succession, The White Lotus and Agatha Christie that ultimately fails to deliver El Niño may have ended, but its legacy is greater hunger in sub-Saharan Africa How condomless sex is driving the increase in STIs in Europe – and what can be done about it The new politics of blame: why Donald Trump craves your rage – and three ways to resist the game Bangladesh’s civil service is plagued by corruption – the country can’t get back on its feet without major reform Families of victims of violent assault have double the risk of anxiety – new study South Sudan floods: the first example of a mass population permanently displaced by climate change? ICC judges to decide on arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders: a legal breakdown ‘We’re the ultimate creators, not AI’: Will.i.am on why we’re worrying too much about machine-made tunes Avoiding man-made disasters like Grenfell could be helped by holding executives more accountable Should you give your child a ‘dumb’ phone? They aren’t the answer to fears over kids’ social media use 3 ways Canada can welcome and support scientists displaced by war and persecution No-sleep challenge: the dangers of sleep deprivation Minimum wage increases are important, but workers deserve more International productions of ‘Love is Blind’ are joyfully disrupting ‘happily ever after’ A college course that’s a history of the future Medieval theology has an old take on a new problem − AI responsibility Whales are recovering from near extinction, but industrial fishing around Antarctica competes for their sole food source I’ve visited the same Rocky Mountain subalpine meadow weekly for a decade of summers looking at plant-pollinator interactions – here’s what I learned Is weight loss as simple as calories in, calories out? In the end, it’s your gut microbes and leftovers that make your calories count How we discovered that people who are colorblind are less likely to be picky eaters The fascinating secrets of plant reproduction that scientists are still uncovering First publication of J.R.R. Tolkien’s collected poems offers new insights into the Lord of the Rings author’s personality Researchers don’t take enough account of variation in biology – doing so could unlock new understanding in science and medicine More Indians than ever are going on holiday abroad – so where are they heading and why? Steve Biko’s murder exposed deep racism in how medicine was taught and practised in South Africa Ghana is Africa’s largest gold producer, but it has an illegal mining issue: 5 essential reads What makes an artist great? 5 reasons why the likes of Goya, Frida Kahlo and Da Vinci are still revered today Why do girls and women keep dying in Turkey? ‘Crisis and revival of the Tatar national movement’: An interview with opposition media editor Many strata managers who handle apartments are conflicted: here’s how Looting of the Sudan National Museum – more is at stake than priceless ancient treasures UK Summit on Small Boat Crossing Fails to Address Deaths at Sea Methane emissions are at new highs. It could put us on a dangerous climate path Politics with Michelle Grattan: Robert French on the realities of a social media age ban View from the Hill: Social media age ban all to the good, but can Albanese deliver before election? Libya: Internal Security Agency must be held accountable for deaths in custody, enforced disappearances and arbitrary detention Iran: Arrests of Family Members of Protesters Social media is like sex – young people need education, not unrealistic bans We found one in six Australian reptile species traded as pets overseas, despite the export ban What causes food cravings? And what can we do about them? Coalition torpedoes bipartisan deal on Reserve Bank monetary policy board 1.2 billion young people will need a job in the next 10 years. The World Bank is trying to help them find one Gaza: Israeli Military’s Digital Tools Risk Civilian Harm Libya: Slow Flood Recovery Failing Displaced Survivors Angola: President Signs Laws Curtailing Speech, Association As renewable energy demand rises, mining for minerals in the Amazon is at a critical point Kids are digital natives. They have ideas to help protect children from being harmed online What’s the difference between MSG and table salt? A chemist explains Are New Zealanders ‘sick and tired’ of spending on cycleways? Not according to this survey Why do I need to take some medicines with food? James Earl Jones has died – but as the voice of Darth Vader, he will live forever The documentary Killjoy captures the personal and the political of family violence and gender activism UN investigators warn of widespread abuses in Myanmar conflict New research suggests concussion risks can be outweighed by the benefits of playing sport South Korea’s Climate Law Ruling a Win for Human Rights ‘Incalculable cost’ of conflict on the lives of children Under both Trump and Biden-Harris, US oil and gas production surged to record highs, despite very different energy goals Bobbleheads, Magic 8 Balls, chairs and other artifacts in the Smithsonian reveal the historical significance of presidential debates Crowds, water guns and protests: could ‘slow tourism’ be the answer to an overtourism backlash? Elon Musk’s feud with Brazilian judge is much more than a personal spat − it’s about national sovereignty, freedom of speech and the rule of law New stormwater infrastructure is needed for Canadian cities to handle increased urban flooding Nutrition and healthy aging: The role of protein quality in combatting muscle loss What remains of ‘Operation Car Wash’, Brazil’s historic anti-corruption probe? Apple’s iPhone 16 launch shows AI is shaking up the tech giant’s core market Warm winters are waking snakes early. Here’s what that means for them and us Where did all these dragonflies come from? Local papers are central to our democracy. We must do more to bring them out of crisis New COVID vaccines may be coming to Australia. Here’s what to know about the JN.1 shots Has AI hacked the operating system of human civilisation? Yuval Noah Harari sounds a warning From runways to film: the untold story of trailblazing First Nations fashion designer Stephen FitzGerald Slow mining could be a solution to overconsumption in an increasingly fast-paced world Reconnect with our common humanity and reject ‘treacherous new normal’ Firebrand finally tells Katherine Parr’s story – and Jude Law is grippingly grotesque as Henry VIII Books That Shook the Business World: Good to Great by Jim Collins How we discovered a new type of wood - and how it could help fight climate change How patterns of conversation could help identify early signs of autism in children How to stay healthy during freshers’ week Beetlejuice Beetlejuice may have problems – but it’s Tim Burton’s best film in years As renewable energy demand rises, mining for critical minerals in the Amazon is at a critical point For successful school phone bans, school administrators and parents need to support teachers Pakistan: The new Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act threatens the right to protest Venezuela: UN Rights Council should renew experts’ mandate Ethiopia Frees Seven Long-Held Opposition Politicians Côte d'Ivoire: LGBTQ+ community is legally but not socially accepted Can schools stop students from praying? Putting a spiritual spin on my love affair with vinyl FDA’s new regulations underscore the complexity around screening for women with dense breasts US oil and gas production surged to record highs under both Trump and Biden-Harris, despite very different energy goals Is it time to retire the ‘Arab-Israeli conflict’? Hostilities now extend beyond those boundaries Found dead in the snow − how microbes can help pinpoint time of death for forensic investigations in frigid conditions Neutral news sources could exploit today’s polarized mediascape to boost revenue − here’s why they may choose not to How Russia employs ‘hard soft power’ to influence overseas media and sow dissent and fear among foreign populations Politicians often warn of American decline – and voters often buy it How Democrats are making a mistake in rural America – by not showing up US election: how ambitious are the two candidates? A train crash 150 years ago is helping to bring the forgotten deaths of rail workers into the spotlight Surf therapy connects people to water – ocean health depends on this ‘blue attunement’ Ofsted school inspections aren’t consistent, research shows – freelance and male inspectors are more lenient The amazing flowers growing in pavement cracks and why you shouldn’t pass them by Albanese promises to legislate minimum age for kids’ access to social media Pluto mission: South African astronomers join forces with NASA to learn more about the dwarf planet Sexual violence in South Africa: women share their stories about the dangers of commuting on minibus taxis Rating agencies and Africa: the absence of people on the ground contributes to bias against the continent – analyst Venezuela: UN Rights Council should renew experts’ mandate Cluster Munitions: New Use, Transfers Test International Ban Italy Detains MSF Sea Rescue Ship South Sudan: Parliament Approves Transitional Justice Laws Kenya’s new social health insurance fund wants to improve care for mothers and babies: but it faces challenges At Melaka Art & Performance Festival I watched dancers overcome by a trance in the rain, and the smoke Australia’s construction industry needs more hands on deck – so why is it ignoring skilled migrant women? South Australia is proposing a law to ban kids under 14 from social media. How would it work? What is 3-phase power? And how do I know if my house needs it? MSG is back. Is the idea it’s bad for us just a myth or food science? ‘Didn’t care enough’: here’s what the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide found Empowering Minds: Human Rights Education, Literacy and the Right to Education UN Rights Council: Advance Accountability for Abuses in Afghanistan WHO: Pandemic Pact Risks Repeating Covid-19 Failures ‘Where in God’s name did all that anger come from?’: a psychological thriller for women who refuse to be broken Google is facing another crucial court case in the US – and it could have major consequences for online advertising Sudan: Abusive Warring Parties Acquire New Weapons EU Should Address Human Rights Risks to Achieve Deforestation-Free Supply Chains Malaysia’s Promised Immigration Reform Fails Children What’s the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest? One’s about plumbing, the other wiring If we truly want our Paralympic athletes to shine, their coaches need more support Pope Francis’ visit to Timor-Leste is powerful and symbolic, but also political Introducing a new series: what’s the future of the Australian media? Rewriting history: how the Treaty ‘principles’ evolved and why they don’t stand up to scrutiny Harris’ lead dips in national US polls and it’s very close in the key states Vietnam: Free Journalist Arrested for Dissent Pay-by-weight airfares are an ethical minefield. We asked travellers what they actually think Murdoch to Musk: how global media power has shifted from the moguls to the big tech bros 91% of Australian teens have a phone – but many are not keeping their identity and location secure Is America ready to elect a Black woman president? Popes were once confined to Rome. Now they travel the world – and Francis’ current journey is particularly significant Plot twist: how giving old graveyards new life as parks can improve our cities Africa desperately needs mpox vaccines. But donations from rich countries won’t fix this or the next health emergency Frank Furedi claims there is an ideological ‘war against the past’, but it’s not that simple How well are NZ companies reporting their climate impacts? Our new tracker shows very mixed results Why the Paralympics ‘inclusive’ messaging is misleading Shaping Nepal's reading culture: An interview with Saguna Shah, founder of bOOkahOlics China’s probe of Canadian canola will put both exports and farmers in jeopardy Safety concerns are at the heart of the railway dispute as arbitration decision draws near How the oil and gas industry influences higher education Planning smart and sustainable cities should not result in exclusive garden utopias for the rich Do not investigate: The hobbling of the B.C. forestry policing service sets a troubling precedent Treasurer distances himself from his former boss’ Reserve Bank attack Census will now include questions on sexual orientation and gender identity Nigerian households use a range of energy, from wood to solar – green energy planning must account for this Demolitions in Ethiopia are giving rise to a new Addis Ababa – it comes at the expense of the city’s residents James Matthews: the rebel writer who was South Africa’s voice of resistance Making documentaries for select audiences: Interview with Nepali filmmaker Rajan Kathet The Boeing Starliner has returned to Earth without its crew – a former astronaut details what that means for NASA, Boeing and the astronauts still up in space Making documentaries for select audiences: Interview with Nepali filmmaker Rajan Khatet Georgian lawmakers inch closer to final approval of anti-LGBTQ+ law What you need to know about the X (formerly Twitter) situation in Brazil Covering Ukraine from Kyiv: Interview with Ukrainian-American journalist Peter Zalmayev Roy Cape, whose music provided the beat of Trinidad & Tobago Carnival, dies leaving a precious legacy The murder of a young girl in Ethiopia reveals TikTok’s content moderation failures From challenge to champion: how Black and Asian women overcome barriers to career success Useless spies save Britain in the brilliant Slow Horses – what you should watch, listen to and read this week Four reasons the UK should bid for the 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games Mercury Prize 2024: English Teacher’s post-punk northern charm signals return of indie rock Encouraging a four-day working week could make inequality worse Want to eat less meat and dairy? Here are your options for getting enough protein What is synthol and why are bodybuilders injecting it into their muscles? Five disinformation tactics Russia is using to try to influence the US election The Moon had surprisingly recent volcanic activity, samples from Chinese space mission confirm DR Congo: Investigate Prison Deaths, Sexual Violence Kamala Harris’ purported Irish ancestry highlights complicated backstory of identity and enslavement Georgia high school shooting shows how hard it can be to take action even after police see warning signs Tiny, compact galaxies are masters of disguise in the distant universe − searching for the secrets behind the Little Red Dots Grenfell was not a state ‘failure’ – it was institutional violence Swifties and white dudes come out for Harris at huge social media rallies Grenfell report: the risk of holding everyone to account is no one actually gets the blame Snowball Earth: how we discovered unique Scottish rocks record when Earth was first encased in ice Plastic pollution hotspots pinpointed in new research – India ranks top due to high levels of uncollected waste Sudan war: Rights probe demands wider arms embargo to end ‘rampant’ abuse Think you’re too busy for strength training at work? Try this quick and easy guide Madwoman by Chelsea Bieker: a tumultuous examination of the impact of domestic abuse on motherhood South Africa’s economy needs a shot in the arm, not austerity: 3 key areas where more public spending would get results Michel Barnier named French prime minister: ‘Emmanuel Macron just gave the National Rally the keys to the truck’ As eastern equine encephalitis spreads, a neurologist explains how to stay safe during this latest outbreak of the ‘triple E’ virus Black church leaders brought religion to politics in the ‘60s – but it was dramatically different from today’s white Christian nationalism Crossing state lines to get an abortion is a new legal minefield, with courts to decide if there’s a right to travel Trump campaign violated rules in Arlington National Cemetery visit, cemetery legal expert explains Space travel comes with risk − and SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission will push the envelope further than any private mission has before Opera Eucalyptus is a lush adaptation of Murray Bail’s novel – with a modern twist Steve Biko, the South African struggle hero who was prepared to sacrifice his life for black liberation View from The Hill: What if Bill Shorten had become PM in 2019? Kamala Harris’ purported ancestry highlights complicated backstory of Irish identity and enslavement New measurements reveal the enormous halos that shroud all galaxies in the universe Saudi Arabia: Authorities hosting Internet Governance Forum while imprisoning online critics exposes deep hypocrisy Nigeria: Protesters Charged with Treason New government funding for family violence is unprecedented, but it can’t afford to wait Our cities are losing the small, colourful songbirds that give us the most joy Bill Shorten’s greatest legacy is the NDIS. It transformed the lives of people like me with disability The government says more people need to use AI. Here’s why that’s wrong Who are the greatest Paralympians of all time? Is Russia’s changing nuclear doctrine a significant concern – or just another empty threat? Witness 1.8 billion years of tectonic plates dance across Earth’s surface in a new animation Bunyip birds and brolgas: how can we better protect species important to Indigenous people? The ozone hole above Antarctica will keep opening up each spring for decades to come – here’s why that still matters The New Brunswick election is a referendum on Blaine Higgs’s divisive conservatism ‘He had no symptoms’: how wearable tech can help older Indigenous people catch heart problems – and save lives Birth, deaths and marriages: we all have them, which is why they should be protected Deadly Russian Attacks on Lviv’s Historic District Yellow food dye can make living tissue transparent − these methods could one day improve cancer treatment, blood draws and even tattoo removal A last minute amendment to NZ’s gang legislation risks making a bad law worse What’s the point of drama class? 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