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Biden and Xi speak of peace as the G20 Summit begins

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November 15, 2022

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Biden and Xi meet in Bali as the G20 Summit commences

It’s finally happened. The leaders of two of the world’s biggest superpowers, Joe Biden and Xi Jinping, have met face-to-face in Bali.

This is the first time the pair have met in person since Biden took office, and it was a warm start to proceedings.

Following handshakes and smiles for the cameras, Biden said both countries should manage their differences and prevent competition from ever becoming conflict.

BIDEN: "I absolutely believe there need not be a new Cold War. […] I do not think there's any imminent attempt on the part of China to invade Taiwan." pic.twitter.com/ytjVRXC2gl

— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) November 14, 2022

President Xi was seemingly very much of the same mindset, speaking about wanting to elevate the diplomatic relationship.

Xi also talked about the importance of meeting face-to-face. This is noteworthy considering he’s barely left China since the pandemic started.

Of course, there was plenty for them to discuss some controversial topics such as Taiwan, and the increasing tension between Washington and Beijing.

Russian diplomat arrives in Bali

Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is also in Bali.

There were reports that he’d been hospitalised but these were quickly dismissed by the Foreign Ministry, which called them fake.

Sergei Lavrov tells western journalists to “tell the truth more frequently”…after they cited unknown Indonesian sources alleging he was at the hospital due to heart problems. An allegation quickly dispelled by Lavrov & the Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman. pic.twitter.com/i4c6IRZNLW

— The Convo Couch (@theconvocouch) November 14, 2022

Lavrov is in Bali in place of Vladimir Putin, who declined his invitation to attend the summit.

Despite Putin’s absence, there’ll be plenty of talk about the conflict between Russia and Ukraine in the coming days.

One man who has been very strong on Putin and Russia is the new British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak.

This is the first real major global event for him since he took over from Liz Truss just a couple of weeks ago.

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How Gen Alpha are positioned to shape the future of education

Future of education: how Generation Alpha and engaged parents are shaping schools amid challenges and rapid change

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November 1, 2025

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Future of education: how Generation Alpha and engaged parents are shaping schools amid challenges and rapid change

In Short:
– Future education involves increased parental engagement and adapting to technological changes for younger generations.
– Barriers to involvement include time constraints and poor communication from schools, impacting family-school relationships.

What does the future of education look like for parents and students?

On this episode of Beyond Education, Enquiry Tracker founder Greg Campitelli explores the evolving landscape of schooling with insights from Mark McCrindle, founder of McCrindle Research. McCrindle, a notable social analyst.

In the conversation, he noted significant shifts in education accessibility and the increasing need for parental involvement.

A recent study indicated that 83% of parents prioritise engagement in their children’s schooling, seeking to actively participate despite busy schedules. Parents are investing in education, valuing it highly while wanting to play a hands-on role.

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Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing immediately

Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, raising concerns over arms race and global safety

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October 31, 2025

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Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, raising concerns over arms race and global safety

In Short:
– Trump ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, risking global tensions and retaliation from other nations.
– Proliferation concerns are rising as nuclear states modernise arsenals and the New START Treaty nears expiration.

US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing immediately, aiming to align with testing programs from other countries according to the conversation.Resuming explosive nuclear tests would likely trigger retaliatory responses from nuclear-armed nations like Russia and China, worsening the arms race and increasing global risks.

The potential for worldwide radioactive fallout remains high, even for underground tests. The Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, signed by 187 states, prohibits such testing, yet the US remains a signatory without ratification, bound not to violate the treaty’s intent.

Nuclear weapon testing, once crucial for understanding weapon effects and military planning, has diminished. Since World War II, nuclear tests have largely focused on developing new designs. Significant environmental and health concerns led to a moratorium on atmospheric testing in the early 1960s and the Partial Test Ban Treaty in 1963.

Many countries, including the US, stopped explosive testing in the 1990s. Technological advancements allowed nations to develop nuclear weapons without the need for actual explosions.

Proliferation Risks

Nuclear proliferation continues, with all nine nuclear-armed states investing heavily in modernising their arsenals. This raises concerns about lowered thresholds for using such weapons.

Recent conflicts involving nuclear threats have escalated, and the number of nuclear weapons operationally available has begun to rise again. Russia has tested advanced nuclear weapons, while China is rapidly expanding its military capabilities.

The New START Treaty, which confines the nuclear capabilities of the US and Russia, is set to expire soon, with no successor treaty negotiations underway.

The Doomsday Clock has moved closer to midnight this year, highlighting the heightened dangers facing the world today.

Author: Tilman Ruff

Honorary Principal Fellow, School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne