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In a turbulent and changing world, leadership has never been more important. Here's how leaders can make sure they're leading their organization to its full potential.

Plastic pollution on land and sea is a critical challenge for the future of the ASEAN region. Discover the initiatives being taken to overcome the problem.

The global energy transition has plateaued, so we need to create an inclusive approach that provides both energy security and facilitates economic growth.

Digitization of manufacturing has led to an increase in cyber crime. These five principles can help manufacturers build organizational cyber resilience.

Lost productivity due to depression and anxiety costs $1 trillion each year. This World Mental Health Day, we look at how collaborative efforts from stakeholders can improve well-being.

On World Mental Health Day, it is vital stakeholders work together to empower children to navigate the internet while prioritizing their mental wellbeing.

A key report shows trust in news media is falling. We need to take urgent action to rebuild trust in the media ecosystem, tackle disinformation and promote media literacy.

Closing the gender gap and getting more women into work is a powerful engine of economic growth, according to research by the International Monetary Fund.

The retirement age is likely to continue to rise in many countries in the coming years. This graphic shows the projected retirement age in 45 countries by 2065.

Inflation expectations play a key role in driving inflation, and central banks can encourage forward-looking expectations through clear communication and strong monetary policy frameworks.

Investing in carbon removal is key to removing emissions now and building market capacity to achieve net-zero. Here's how businesses can take urgent action.

Nature and climate news: Weather extremes force millions of children to flee their homes, 'Gobsmackingly bananas' September temperatures, and much more.

Superconductivity could dramatically cut our dependence on fossil fuels. An expert explains why recent "breakthroughs" stirred so much excitement.

Software-defined vehicles will create over $650 billion for the auto industry. Cross-industry collaboration and strategic partnerships will be crucial.

Integrating generative AI into scientific research requires a cautious approach to mitigate risks such as bias, but the potential benefits are monumental.

Analysts outline how ageing populations in some developed countries are impacting labour supply and what governments should keep in mind to address it.

The African Union plans to create a new sovereign credit rating agency that it says could provide more accurate risk assessments for governments across the continent.

Top technology stories: NASA parachutes asteroid rock samples to Earth; Biotech vaccine developers win Nobel Prize; Archaeologists use ground-penetrating radar to map ancient ruins.

Renewable energy stocks are struggling; Southeast Asia nations to share power with regional grid; $4 trillion needed every year to reach net zero by 2050.

The world has a singular goal of net zero emissions and yet no two countries will have the same energy transition strategy.

The world just experienced its warmest September – climate scientists say rising CO2 levels paired with an El Niño could make 2023 the hottest year on record.

For climate action to include Most Affected People and Areas (MAPA), it must cover finance and adaptation, youth advocacy for climate justice and carbon markets.

MilliMobile is a tiny, self-driving robot powered by light or radio waves. It has potential applications in gas leak detection and warehouse inventory tracking.

Device labelling programmes for consumers and manufacturers could increase the transparency of cybersecurity and encourage smart devices to be secure by design.

Countries pledge to raise $12 billion fund to protect coral reefs by 2030. This vital investment will support conservation projects and restore damaged reefs.