Key developments and global perspectives that matter.
Key developments and global perspectives that matter.
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Donald Trump has defied convention at practically every turn since gaining the office of the Presidency. Indeed, his win itself was a monumental shock; a seeming piece of illogic that flew in the face of pollsters who had misread the public mood so devastatingly wrongly. Much has happened since that…
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Many of the singers out there are all pretty much the same, but there's only one Rihanna, right? The original Good Girl Gone Bad, Caribbean Queen, Barbados Babe, whatever you want to call her, there is no one else quite like our RiRi. Or so we thought, anyway - until we…
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Whenever anyone moves into a new house, it's pretty normal to wonder who lived there before you. Who were they? Where did they do? Were they happy living there? Why did they move? Why on earth did they choose that wallpaper? For most of us, these questions remain unanswered, and we are…
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You won't find many people in the world more despised than animal poachers, who often sneak into animal reserves, attacking unsuspecting (and often endangered) creatures to sell their parts for money. In March this year, a Russian trophy hunter made the news after shooting a large bull elephant dead in…
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Picture this: you're standing in an a crowded airport, the flight is boarding, and you're ready to depart - the only thing is, your husband, who was standing right next to you just now, has disappeared. You scan the departures lounge, searching for a familiar face among the throng of…
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The great outpouring of sexual harassment and assault allegations show no sign of slowing down. Ever since The New York Times published their explosive exposé chronicling film producer Harvey Weinstein's history of sexual misconduct, more and more claims have been lobbied against influential men such as Kevin Spacey, Brett Ratner,…
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A Spanish model has made history after she became the first transgender person to represent Spain at the Miss Universe beauty pageant. Angela Ponce, a 26-year-old model from Seville, Spain, won the national qualifying contest on Friday, after she beat 22 other contestants to the crown. After claiming the prize,…
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Everyone has that one thing that completely grosses them out. Pus-filled boils, mouldy food, burping, farting, spitting, filthy public bathrooms, weeping sores, people picking their nose, people blowing their nose, people picking and flicking ... pretty much anything people do with their noses really. Okay, maybe it's not just one…
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Twelve boys, aged 11 to 16, and their 25-year-old soccer coach, have been missing for nine days. After practice, the Wild Boars team went to explore the Tham Luang Nang Non cave, the fourth longest in Thailand. They had explored the cave before, but this time they ventured deep into the…
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A manhunt is currently underway to find one of Redoine Faid, France's most notorious gangsters, after he mounted a helicopter escape from Réau Prison, on the outskirts of Paris. He was being visited by his brother when several heavily-armed men landed the aircraft in a prison yard to bust him out.…
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Traditionally, Game of Thrones weddings are events to be feared. Whether it's a pregnant woman being massacred, or a tyrant teenage king gruesomely meeting his end, you can pretty much count on the fact that a union in Westeros is going to end in tragedy for one person or another.…
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For decades, cannabis activists have argued marijuana should be legal. They say the health risks are minimal, there's evidence of therapeutic benefits, and the massive sales revenue is a boon for cities. But despite the popularity of legalizing weed, governments have been slow to take action. (If only they could…
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It's a sad fact that nudity can make people sit up and take notice faster than anything else. Whether it's through disgust, shock, or even lust, the sight of a naked body is an immediate wake-up call, and if harnessed properly, the power of exhibitionism can be exploited for the…
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You're probably not that into sport. But once every four years, like most people, you grab a beer and a replica football jersey, and sit down to watch the World Cup. It's one of the most-watched sporting events in the world, with the final in 2014 pulling in over a…
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Everyday sexual harassment is tragically something that a lot of women are forced to put up with. Whether it's the builder catcalling at you on your way to work, or your boss consistently making lewd jokes at your expense, it's not acceptable and needs to be stopped. But you know…
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Breastfeeding is one of the most natural things in the world, yet it continues to be one of the most controversial topics out there. Should you breastfeed your child? For how long should you nurse them? How long is too long when it comes to breastfeeding? Everyone has their opinions on the…
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Growing up with video games, I know there were definitely times that I played for too long. After a long time trying over and over again to reach a high score or get through a boss battle, you can stop enjoying yourself and forget why you got the game in…
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Whether you're into soccer or not, you will no doubt be aware that the FIFA World Cup kicked off in Russia yesterday. The tournament, which is one of the most watched sporting events in the world, is seen as a celebration of sport, with it having the ability to unite…
