
When climate pressures deepen, the fight against violence becomes harder
With added climate pressures, ending the abusive practice of female genital mutilation becomes more challenging.
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With added climate pressures, ending the abusive practice of female genital mutilation becomes more challenging.

The man widely touted as the next UK prime minister has much in common with Australian PM Anthony Albanese. And he may hold some hope for Labor defeating One Nation.

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