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Maddison Connaughton

Latest articles by Maddison Connaughton

World Politics
Refugees are enterprising and tech-savvy, research findsRefugees are enterprising and tech-savvy, research finds
World Politics

A new study paints a surprising picture of life in refugee camps.

By Maddison Connaughton
Business & Finance
The simple trick Australia is using to reduce smoking ratesThe simple trick Australia is using to reduce smoking rates
Business & Finance

Australia is fighting smoking with graphic health warnings. The US should too.

By Maddison Connaughton
Culture
Star Wars will make its real money in the mall, not the cinemaStar Wars will make its real money in the mall, not the cinema
Culture

Disney will make a lot of money from ticket sales, but it’s likely to make even more selling Star Wars–branded merchandise.

By Maddison Connaughton
Business & Finance
The rise, infamy, and downfall of “pharma bro” Martin Shkreli, explainedThe rise, infamy, and downfall of “pharma bro” Martin Shkreli, explained
Business & Finance

Martin Shkreli became infamous for jacking up the price of an essential medicine. Now he’s facing criminal charges for alleged securities fraud.

By Maddison Connaughton

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