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The Marshall Islands’ experiment with a universal basic income

By Monique Taylor The scheme tests whether microstates can sustain widespread cash transfers, with the Pacific watching on. MAJURO, 09 DECEMBER 2025 (THE INTERPRETER)—The Republic of the Marshall Islands is embarking on one of the world’s most ambitious experiments in universal basic income (UBI). Beginning on 26 November 2025, the government introduced a nationwide UBI […]

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Social media: Age-related bans won’t keep kids safe, UNICEF warns

NEW YORK/GENEVA, 11 DECEMBER 2025 (UN NEWS CENTRE) —A social media ban for children under 16 came into effect in Australia on Wednesday, marking a global first.  After months of anticipation and debate over the government’s controversial move, under 16s woke up to find themselves locked out of popular platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and […]

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