Conflict
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Kurds and Catalans: Redrawing the world map
Two weeks, two votes and possibly two new countries. Kurdish people voted to form a new country and in Spain, Catalonia said yes to independence. Why do they want to have their own country?
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Alt-right rallies and racism in Virginia
A rally called “Unite the Right” in Charlottesville, Virginia turned violent on August 12th. The far-right group clashed with counter-protesters. What happened and who are the alt-right?
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Anti-tourism protests spread through Europe
Temperatures are rising in Europe, a recent heatwave is not to blame. People from popular holiday areas are protesting against millions of visitors they receive. What is wrong with tourism?
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Grenfell Tower: Who is to blame?
People are angry. More than 70 people died after a tower block in London caught fire on June 14th. Fingers are being pointed at Theresa May, some blame her for the tragedy. Is this fair?
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American politician is shot: will America’s gun laws change?
A gunman injured five people at a baseball practice session this week. One of those injured is a powerful Republican politician, and gun rights supporter, Steve Scalise. Will gun laws change?
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London Bridge: what happened and how politicians reacted
There have been three terrorist attacks in the UK this year. One took place in central London while the UK’s election campaign was in full swing. What happened, and how did politicians react?
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‘Small acts of kindness’ follow city’s attack
Manchester’s attack was an act of evil hate. But the reaction was a tide of kind acts and goodness; free rooms, hugs, taxis and cups of tea. Is this the real story that we should focus on?
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‘Battle of New Orleans’ as statues removed
For some, they are symbols of racism and inequality. For others, they are simply expressions of history. The Confederate statues in New Orleans are being taken down. Is this the right move?
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Out of Syrian ruins a football miracle rises
Their country has been at war since 2011. Millions have fled. Thousands have died. And yet, among the carnage, Syria’s football team may qualify for the World Cup. How is this possible?
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Britain set for debate over right to strike
A series of strikes hit planes, trains and postal services this Christmas, affecting millions of people. Strikes have a long history — but should they be a right in the modern era?
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Britain to ‘strike back’ against cyber attack
Imagine a world where your kettle, fridge and webcam can all be hacked into by strangers. No need, says the government: it’s already here. How much should we worry about cybercrime?
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Colombia: ‘proof that world peace is possible’
Colombia has been at war for over 50 years — but it is almost over. For the first time, there will be no wars in the entire western hemisphere. Does this mean that world peace is in sight?
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Protests rock Brazil before Rio Olympics
Protests have swept through Brazil as the country prepares to host the Olympics. The people are angry but the president, Dilma Rousseff, says she is proud of them. Is she right?
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‘Ban zoos!’ demand animal rights activists
Harambe the gorilla was killed last May to protect a child who fell into his enclosure at Cincinnati Zoo, Ohio. Many were furious. The incident has got people asking: do we need zoos at all?
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Trump v Khan: the trouble with intelligence
Donald Trump, who wants to be US president, challenged the mayor of London to an IQ test, which measures intelligence. What are IQ tests, how do they work and what do they truly mean?