Eluned Morgan set to become the first female leader of Wales amid turmoil for Welsh Labour
Morgan inherits a fractured party following months of controversy and a long period in power.
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Revisiting Middletown, Ohio – the Midwestern town at the heart of JD Vance’s ‘Hillbilly Elegy’
Vance’s hometown has been analyzed as a sweeping symbol – sometimes overlooking the area’s distinct history and experiences.
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Dear Pharmac – do things differently: what David Seymour’s expectations could mean for the drug-buying agency
The Associate Health Minister’s letter of expectations for Pharmac includes things that could fundamentally alter its core objective of getting the best health outcomes within its budget.
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Can Kamala Harris win the US presidency after Joe Biden’s withdrawal? Here’s what the polls say
Now that President Biden has pulled out of the race, let’s look at the numbers we have for a Harris vs Trump contest.
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Friday essay: public ‘pash ons’ and angry dads – personal politics started with consciousness-raising feminists. Now, everyone’s doing it
Personal activism has achieved major legislative change, such as no-fault divorce and the decriminalisation of homosexuality and abortion. But it’s also used by groups who want to reverse that change.
The Conversation > Politics![Friday essay: public ‘pash ons’ and angry dads – personal politics started with consciousness-raising feminists. Now, everyone’s doing it](https://images.theconversation.com/files/607739/original/file-20240717-17-77n4qh.png?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C0%2C3994%2C1994&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop)
Keir Starmer could turn to Welsh mythology for a few lessons on leadership
Sir Keir Starmer may hold the reins of power, but true leadership goes beyond titles. Could the ancient wisdom of Welsh mythology offer him the insights needed to lead the country effectively?
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Fatima Payman breached ‘caucus solidarity’. What does this mean and why is it so significant?
The Australian Labor Party has been around for more than a century. In that time, very few MPs have crossed the floor. Why does it matter so much that one did?
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Federal funding for major science agencies is at a 25-year low
Research funding is down in recent years despite promises made with the CHIPS and Science Act.
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Climate and energy have emerged as a federal election flashpoint. But unless the economy improves, will voters be listening?
A campaign fought on climate and energy might benefit the Greens and the Teal independents – but the prevailing state of the economy will determine their ability to capitalise.
The Conversation > Politics![Climate and energy have emerged as a federal election flashpoint. But unless the economy improves, will voters be listening?](https://images.theconversation.com/files/602203/original/file-20240621-17-9fmh5l.jpeg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=50%2C408%2C5568%2C2784&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop)
Nigeria’s national anthem change was a tactic to distract attention from the country’s real problems – political analyst
Government’s decision to change the national anthem has generated debate among Nigerians. Some see it as an attempt to distract attention from harsh economic realities.
The Conversation > Politics![Nigeria’s national anthem change was a tactic to distract attention from the country’s real problems – political analyst](https://images.theconversation.com/files/601566/original/file-20240618-19-6gjyzr.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C517%2C3600%2C1800&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop)
Grassroots sport can help refugees find their feet in Australia – Brisbane’s Olympic planners need to lead the way too
The Queensland government’s Olympic legacy strategy aims for a more inclusive community through the power of sports. But more needs to be done to help refugees join in.
The Conversation > Politics![Grassroots sport can help refugees find their feet in Australia – Brisbane’s Olympic planners need to lead the way too](https://images.theconversation.com/files/601080/original/file-20240617-21-no16ji.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=62%2C269%2C2919%2C1459&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop)
Wales could become world’s first country to criminalise politicians who lie
Plaid Cymru’s Adam Price is leading proposals to make lying by politicians a criminal offence.
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Whips, adultery and a ‘Loin King’: what is it about Tory political players writing scandalous books?
Cleo Watson, former co-deputy chief of staff to Boris Johnson, was fined in the infamous “PartyGate” scandal involving gatherings held at government buildings while the United Kingdom was under a pandemic…
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Grattan on Friday: the spectre of Abbott looms behind Dutton’s climate strategy
In a big-target strategy, characterised by a truck load of negativity, as well as laced with a dash of policy adventurism, Peter Dutton is taking the Liberals right back to Tony Abbott’s days.
The Conversation > Politics![Grattan on Friday: the spectre of Abbott looms behind Dutton’s climate strategy](https://images.theconversation.com/files/600340/original/file-20240613-19-3b56pt.png?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C220%2C2631%2C1315&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop)
Why ‘Team Australia’ needs a new sports diplomacy game plan as other countries gain an edge
The Albanese government has announced a new sports diplomacy strategy but what is it, and why is it needed?
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You can now be frozen after death in Australia. If you get revived in the future, will you still legally be the same person?
For the first time, a person has been cryopreserved in Australia, in the hope of being reanimated in the future. The process opens up a possible legal minefield, however.
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‘Born in the USA’ turns 40 − and still remains one of Bruce Springsteen’s most misunderstood songs
In 1984, the album was atop the charts, and Ronald Reagan, running for reelection, told a New Jersey audience that he and the Boss shared the same American dream. Springsteen vehemently disagreed.
The Conversation > Politics![‘Born in the USA’ turns 40 − and still remains one of Bruce Springsteen’s most misunderstood songs](https://images.theconversation.com/files/596915/original/file-20240528-19-y42dsp.png?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=452%2C0%2C3169%2C1584&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop)