TOK: History
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Biden tells NATO leaders: ‘America is back’
Is NATO still necessary? Yesterday, Joe Biden arrived in Brussels to show other leaders that the USA is ready to take a leading role again. But some question the organization’s relevance.
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Rewriting the rules of British-US diplomacy
Is it time to ditch the term “special relationship”? As Boris Johnson and Joe Biden meet for the first time today, the nature of the UK’s dealings with the US could change dramatically.
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The Black queen making television history
Is race a modern invention? Yesterday, a new TV drama launched with a Black actor as Tudor queen Anne Boleyn. There were many Black Tudors and experts say their race was not an issue.
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An iconic plinth and one massive metal rocket
Should statues be elected? From today, people are being invited to vote for the next artwork to go on display in the heart of London – but some would rather leave it to the experts.
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NEWSFLASH MAY 2022: ‘War with France is over!’
Should Britain go to war over Jersey? Last night an uneasy peace descended over St Helier. This FICTIONAL report from the future imagines a very different scenario… and its repercussions.
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The greatest Frenchman ever – or perhaps not
Did Napoleon do more harm than good? Yesterday marked the 200th anniversary of the French leader’s death, but modern historians have deeply divided opinions about his legacy.
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US investigates mysterious microwave attacks
Is the West under attack from an unknown enemy? Last week, the United States linked two attacks near the White House to an unexplained sickness that experts blame on a Russian secret weapon.
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How learning to cook could save civilisation
Should learning to cook be compulsory for everyone? Yesterday Marks & Spencer launched a new TV show. Last week Marcus Rashford launched an online course. Cooking seems to be all the rage.
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Londoners mourn the death of a young hero
Should there be a new memorial for ordinary heroes? Tributes to the bravery of Folajimi Olubunmi-Adewole continued to pour in yesterday, prompting a debate about how to remember him.
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New era begins for UK’s longest serving heir
Will the British monarchy change with Prince Charles as deputy head? After Prince Philip’s funeral tomorrow, many believe the Queen’s closest adviser will become her son – the future king.
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Cricket fans fear a farewell to the googly
Should cricket change its traditional language? A much-hyped new tournament, The Hundred, is challenging not only the way the game is played, but the words we use to talk about it.
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Sailor, sportsman, hero – and royal husband
Did he see more change than any of us will? Prince Philip has died aged 99. He led an extraordinary life and was a witness to some of the most momentous events in world history.
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Wave of optimism as herd immunity forecast
Is this one of the greatest scientific achievements of all time? As the lockdown eases today, one group of experts says the UK has reached a major milestone in its fight against Covid-19.
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New pandemic treaty prompts WW2 comparisons
Like World War Two, could Covid-19 create a new world order? Yesterday, 24 world leaders signed an open letter calling upon all countries to work together to fight future pandemics.
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Twelve months that became our longest year
Will this be the strangest year of our lives? Tomorrow marks twelve months of social distancing in Britain. It seems almost impossible – but could the future be even more bizarre?