Politics & Society

Some of China’s actions in the South China Sea contravene international law, study argues

Some of China’s aggressive actions in the South China Sea contravene international law, a new study suggests. The People’s Republic...

Political parties in South America relied on will of the people to implement major economic reforms, analysis shows

The success and legacy of major economic reforms in Ecuador and El Salvador has depended on the will of the...

Use of the term “postcode lottery” has changed dramatically over time – and means different things to different people, study shows

Experts tracing how the phrase ‘postcode lottery’ became a cliché in British politics have found its meaning has changed dramatically...

Emphasising children’s bodily integrity key to protecting them against genital cutting and modification practices, study says

Emphasising children’s rights over their own bodies should play a key role in protecting them against genital cutting and modification,...

Oyster reefs once thrived along Europe’s coasts – now they’re gone

Oysters once formed extensive reefs along much of Europe's coastline – but these complex ecosystems were destroyed over a century...