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Jakarta and its sprawling environs’ 42mn inhabitants are now the most populous conurbation, according to the UN...
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Jakarta and its sprawling environs’ 42mn inhabitants are now the most populous conurbation, according to the UN...
America’s ultra-right wing holds growing sway over young conservatives...
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City authorities are putting up unnecessary resistance to restoring the world-famous surf spot, the local sports association said....
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After Australia's world-first social-media ban for minors, France has drafted a similar law to block under-15s from major platforms, which could take effect from September....
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