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Does it help to report poor government service in South Africa? Study finds what’s missing
Citizen feedback must be properly embedded into government systems so it doesn’t fall on deaf ears.
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Nato summit will reveal how alliance plans to manage European security as US cuts back its support
As ever, a lot will depend on the mood of the US president, Donald Trump.
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It may be almost impossible to make data centers pay their ‘fair share’ of electricity costs
Setting a price for power might seem straightforward, but in reality it’s extremely complicated – and residential customers have very little influence in the decision.
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Florida’s school choice program offers universal vouchers but cannot show systemwide academic improvement
What has the Sunshine State learned from 27 years of school choice?
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For the 1 in 4 teens with ‘problematic smartphone use,’ Pennsylvania’s proposed bell-to-bell cellphone ban might not be a simple solution
Supporters of the ban argue that kids need a break from constant phone notifications so they can focus on learning and social skills instead.
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How Russia turned to medieval saints in its push for ‘traditional values’ – and more babies
The Russian Orthodox Church is creating another pro-family day, part of a broader ‘traditional values’ campaign run by the government.
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Heatwaves: expert tips on redesigning UK homes to cope with hotter temperatures
Academics have been testing out how best to deal with heatwaves in two neighbouring homes to see what works.
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Why reports Trump pressed FIFA to overturn a decision are so alarming
Sport has always been political. But if reports Trump has wielded political power to change on-field decisions are true, it signals a dangerous precedent.
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New virus catalogue reveals which pathogens pose the greatest threat
Scientists discover new viruses every year. A catalogue of the riskiest ones could help us spot the next pandemic before it takes hold.
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The UK government has kept its promises on parental leave, but they weren’t bold enough
Mothers still bear the majority of care work and fathers are still largely excluded or pushed to take unpaid leave.
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How the BBC’s Learn Cornish podcast could help boost this minority language
In terms of heritage, visibility and identity, this inclusive introduction to Cornish could be crucial.
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View from The Hill: WA state byelection within Hastie’s seat another ‘real time’ test for One Nation
The contest will be closely watched for whether One Nation erodes Labor in an outer suburban area, and also for its implications for Hastie.