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Society, Politics & Law
Terrorism in Europe and beyond: A reading list
2016 has seen a number of terrorist attacks in Europe and beyond, many of which have been linked to ISIS. The last few weeks have felt especially punishing. We've collected some of the more considered responses to the events.
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Languages
Will Brexit reduce the UK's soft power in Europe?
Without a seat at the EU table, will the UK's ability to shape Europe vanish completely? Alessio Colonnelli believes that the allure of the islands will remain strong. Indeed, he says, that might have been part of the problem in the first place...
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Why did poorer people vote to leave the European Union?
As we start to explore the data from last month's referendum, we're starting to understand more about why poorer people embraced Brexit, explains Ralph Fevre.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Why are caves being used as hospitals in Syria?
As medical facilities become targets in the ongoing war, medics are moving into the mountains. Imogen Mathers finds out more.
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Society, Politics & Law
Why could phosphorus depletion leave us all hungry?
Easily accesible phosphorus rock sources are starting to run out. As the mines empty, food production could be hit. Should access to the rock become a basic human right?
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Society, Politics & Law
What did Bernie Sanders' campaign achieve?
Bernie Sanders has given his endorsement to his rival for the Democratic Nomination, Hillary Clinton. But could he still have an influence on the White House? Michael Patrick Cullinane believes there's a chance.
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Society, Politics & Law
Should the Americans consider the lessons of Brexit before voting this November?
Populist policies - by definition - are easy ways to build support. But, warns Jeffrey Kucik, there could be an economic cost to be paid in attacking free trade agreements.
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Why do American parties hold conventions?
They're expensive, tricky to organise, and - as the Republicans are finding this week - can be strewn with difficulties. Why do the two main US parties hold conventions to select a candidate?
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Society, Politics & Law
Who are otherkin - and how should we view them?
People who choose to identify as something other than human can often be the subject of ridicule. Pedro Feijó has researched how otherkin, and others, have been viewed through the centuries.
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Society, Politics & Law
Who is Theresa May?
Theresa May is about to become the UK's Prime Minister. But who is she?
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History & The Arts
The outgoing Prime Minister and his replacement: Gladstone makes way for Rosebery
As Downing Street changes hands again, we dip into the archives to find out what happened in 1894 when ill-health forced William Gladstone to quit in favour of his foreign secretary Lord Rosebery. This extract originally appeared in The Northern Echo.
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Society, Politics & Law
Discussion Hub - Exodus: Our Journey to Europe
Share your views on the OU/BBC co-production 'Exodus: Our Journey to Europe'.