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China’s ‘masculinity crisis’ reflects economic change

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CHINA

Expectations of male behaviour have changed in ways the authorities and social conservatives disapprove of. While the authorities censor media depictions of ‘effeminate’ men and…

Sanae Takaichi may become Japan's first female leader

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JAPAN

She lost a party leadership contest to Fumio Kishida last September, but at the age of 61 she has time to try again. She had the support of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, but…

Metaverse 'brandtech' will redefine online advertising

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INT

The music industry and fashion retailers are pioneers in using the metaverse to promote their brands and products and generate revenue from the burgeoning marketplace for virtual…

Policy scrutiny of far-right women will sharpen

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INTERNATIONAL

Yet their roles are frequently downplayed.

As G20 host, Saudi Arabia might ease its alcohol ban

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SAUDI ARABIA

Following the high-profile end to the female driving ban in mid-2018, the Riyadh leadership launched a slew of social reforms, including new entertainment opportunities. Most…

Pension reform boosts credibility of Taiwan government

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TAIWAN

Public sector pension reform in Taiwan.

Honduras’s Castro’s prospects will depend on Congress

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HONDURAS

The results of the latter two are yet to be revealed, but with more than 50% of the presidential vote counted, Xiomara Castro of Liberty and Refoundation (LIBRE) holds a…

US s-commerce will grow fast, following Asia’s lead

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INTERNATIONAL

Both -- especially s-commerce -- look poised for significant growth as consumers turn to social media for product discovery and purchase, and businesses adapt to a retail channel…

Australia election narrows but Labor hopes hold

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AUSTRALIA

Labor still appears the more likely to secure a parliamentary majority but polls suggest a late rise in coalition support among those over 55, men, and in rural communities, with…

Religious tolerance aids the Gulf’s expats and rulers

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GULF STATES

The pope’s trip highlights the efforts of several Gulf countries to brand themselves as religiously tolerant. Both the UAE and Saudi Arabia are also hoping that the promotion of…