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2019: Brexit, royal baby and the fate of Thanos
Will 2019 be a good year? They say that predicting the future is a fool’s game — but here are some big events coming up in the next 12 months, including films, sports and a new royal baby…
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May survives rebellion against her... for now
Is Theresa May a strong prime minister? This week she won a vote of confidence in her leadership launched by members of her own party. However, some say her authority is now in tatters.
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2018: a wedding, a World Cup and a car in space
Was 2018 a good year? From Trump and Brexit, to the royal wedding and the World Cup, 2018 has been a year of dramatic ups and downs. Will we remember it fondly?
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British man was 100% a spy, say former jailers
Would you be a spy? That was the accusation thrown at a British man named Matthew Hedges. He was doing research in the United Arab Emirates when he was jailed for spying. Now he is free.
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‘The American festival we all should celebrate’
Should Britain have Thanksgiving? At this time of year, American families come together to eat turkey and say what they are thankful for. Some British people are celebrating Thanksgiving Day...
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Robin Hoodie: film puts new spin on old story
Is Robin Hood still relevant today? A new film has been made about the famous thief. Its director says that the tale of standing up to corruption is more important than ever.
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Half of public says Charles should not be king
Who should be the next King of England? Prince Charles is now 70 years old. He is next in line for the throne. Over half of Britons say they want his son to be king instead.
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Theresa May’s leadership teeters on the brink
Is it a good idea to leave the European Union? Theresa May has agreed a Brexit deal with the EU. Not everyone is happy with it though, and several of her colleagues have quit in protest.
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The great debate: how to remember the war
Is Remembrance Day really about learning from the past? This Sunday, the world will mark 100 years since the end of the First World War. Some say we have forgotten its lessons.
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MP says white poppies are gimmicky rubbish
Is it wrong to wear a white poppy? A century after the end of the First World War, some are wearing a white poppy instead of the traditional red one to symbolise peace. Are they disrespectful?
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How one man’s murder sparked global outrage
Should the West break ties with Saudi Arabia? Despite the kingdom’s history of human rights abuses, the West keeps trading with the Saudis. Could the killing of a journalist be the last straw?
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Bad Blood: Storm over Taylor’s political post
Should Taylor Swift stay out of politics? The singer thinks people should not vote for President Donald Trump’s party in America’s big elections next month. Some of his fans are angry with her.
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Coming in 2022: a festival to celebrate Britain
Is this a good idea? The prime minister has announced plans for a big festival in four years, celebrating UK culture, sport and history. Some think it is a waste of money. Others cannot wait.
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Shock as world leaders laugh at Trump speech
Is laughter the most powerful weapon? This week, Donald Trump bragged about his achievements in a big speech at the United Nations — but instead of applause, everyone laughed at him.
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400-year-old shipwreck discovered off Portugal
Should we leave it alone? A team of archaeologists hope the “very well preserved” wreckage and the objects found inside will tell them about the country’s cultural history.