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Canada’s multicultural success story is built on class inequalities, not just cultural differences
The ‘Canadian Dream’ works for some immigrants and not others because of the hidden role of socioeconomic class.
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Serving a state that couldn’t pay: why South Sudan’s civil servants didn’t quit during the war
What explains civil servants’ decision to remain in a bankrupt administration during challenging times?
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South Sudan at 15: how the political elite have found a way to profit from peace as well as war
In South Sudan, war and peace are two settings of one extractive system rather than true opposites.
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A summer discount on family days out sounds good, but it won’t fix UK tourism
Ten weeks of cheaper tickets is not a long term solution.
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New UK defence plan fails to deliver on space, despite the military’s growing reliance on satellite systems
New defence spending offers little clarity on the future direction of military space.
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NZ’s unique fossil record of marine molluscs helps scientists predict extinction risk – before it’s too late
New Zealand’s well-documented fossil and living marine fauna allows scientists to explore drivers of extinction risk that are relevant globally.
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What death doulas can teach us about dying well without religion
As religious affiliation declines, the rituals and guidance it once provided around dying have disappeared for many people. Death doulas fill that gap.
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Largest study yet reveals which cancers have their own microbiomes
Knowing which cancer tumours have their own microbiomes could lead to more personalised treatments.
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Fordingbridge rape sentences increased: how does unduly lenient sentence review work?
In England and Wales, members of the public can request a sentence review.
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When managing your money, take a chatbot’s ‘confidence’ with a grain of salt
The higher the stakes and the more specific the questions, the more likely AI will stumble on personal finance advice.
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Fishing for DNA – how a cup of river water can reveal secrets about human health, pollution and biodiversity
Environmental DNA contained in a small sample of water, sand or even air can reveal the presence of people, wildlife and pathogens, helping researchers track where they’ve migrated.
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Nearly 20% of new moms have anxiety or depression, but a promising psychedelic treatment is on the horizon
The psychedelic treatment is moving through the FDA clinical trial process in Colorado and elsewhere.