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Why is no one talking about Brexit anymore?
Written by Dr Patrick Leslie, ANU School of Politics and International RelationsIt’s a truism among British commentators that the United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) has been a disaster. From falling trade numbers to stunted growth, the economic story has been unambiguously…
Far-right National Rally party unlikely to form government in France
Article by Dr Romain Fathi, Senior Lecturer at the ANU School of History.Despite Marine Le Pen’s far-right party leading the polls in the first round of the French snap parliamentary elections with 34 per cent of the national vote, an expert from The Australian National University (ANU) says the…
Trump’s personality cult plays a part in his political appeal
Donald Trump is now leading in many polls and could retake the United States (US) presidency, despite numerous scandals, indictments and erratic behavior. Explanations for his popularity focus on factors like white identity, right-wing authoritarianism, nationalism and populism.US politics has…
Dr Shellie Morris AO named H.C. Coombs Creative Arts Fellow for 2024
We are pleased to announce the H.C. Coombs Creative Arts Fellow for 2024 is Dr Shellie Morris AO.Dr Morris is an acclaimed singer-songwriter and a dedicated advocate for the preservation of Indigenous languages and cultures through music.With a career spanning over two decades, Dr Morris…
Should we tax the rich? Research says yes
Imagine a world where billionaires pay their fair share of taxes.While this utopian vision may seem far-fetched, new research from The Australian National University (ANU) suggests governments have a legitimate reason to ramp up taxes on the super-rich.Starting from July 1, more than 11 million…
Help on the way for young people experiencing gambling harm in the ACT
There will soon be more help for young people in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) who are at risk of gambling harm, thanks to a new project led by The Australian National University (ANU) Centre for Gambling Research. With more young people being introduced to gambling online …
ANU Shines at International Arabic Debating Championship
This year the only Australian team to compete for the 7th International Universities Arabic Debating Championship (IUADC) title at the biggest Arabic debate event in the world was attended by The Australian National University (ANU). The team placed fourth in the non-native category and 40th…