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Canada is expanding programmes to facilitate home ownership. Yet young households are still struggling to buy. Our research reveals why these policies miss the mark.
Some regimes may be tempted to shut down the internet to maintain stability. But new research shows why reducing the wealth gap has become crucial for maintaining security.
Can we move from algorithmic discrimination to inclusive finance?
Contactless is king in Sweden, but people who do not have access to the technology are left behind.
South Africa’s press council may need more awareness campaigns to enable citizens to hold the media accountable.
We found concerns about income inequality in Australia are strongly related to dissatisfaction with democracy. This suggests Australia’s satisfaction with democracy is at risk.
Compared to countries we might benchmark against, New Zealand ranks poorly for inequality and the redistributive measures that would fix it. But other countries have shown it is possible to change.
The benefits of AI are transforming modern life — but disparities in digital confidence are leaving some behind.
Agricultural sustainability is as much about power and sovereignty as it is about soil, water and crops.
‘Accentless’ spoken language is the language of the elite, of authority. It’s the version of the language that is used by the people who have traditionally held all the power.
Increasing energy costs pose a challenge for everyone, but the impact is most pronounced for those living in deprived areas.
The pandemic caused untold suffering around the world. It also created a new type of community solidarity rarely seen before. As we enter the post-pandemic era we must maintain that solidarity.
Self-service technologies — like self-checkouts or government service kiosks — are decreasing interactions with other people. This may affect our politics and sense of community.
Facing human threats, Mumbai’s Koli community are taking risk reduction into their own hands – other vulnerable coastal settlements should take note.
Two education researchers say one of the most widely used terms in school reform debates should be retired because of its potential to do more harm than good.
Exposure to diverse microbes boosts our immunity, while spending time in nature restores wellbeing. And COVID reminds us of the risks of new viruses when we intrude on and degrade natural habitats.
A vicious cycle of limited opportunity and poor health.
How two Canadian teams of economists and epidemiologists studied COVID-19 from a social science perspective to show that higher national income inequality is associated with worse COVID outcomes.
Britain’s economic system is built on inequality. Few governments have attempted to rectify this.
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