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700,000 march in biggest Brexit protest
Should there be a second referendum? On October 20, thousands marched in London to demand a people’s vote on Brexit. Support for the cause is growing as talks reach a crucial phase.
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America’s new civil war over Kavanaugh vote
Can the US ever be united again? Brett Kavanaugh has been sworn onto the Supreme Court, despite serious sexual assault allegations. Some say the row has pushed America to breaking point.
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MPs investigate fast fashion climate crisis
Is it wrong to buy a £2 T-shirt? The government has launched a probe into the UK’s throwaway fashion culture. Millions of items are binned every year — doing great damage to the environment.
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Pardoned academic was 100% a spy, say accusers
Would you be a modern spy? The United Arab Emirates has pardoned and released Matthew Hedges, a British man who was convicted of spying for the government. What is being a spy really like?
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May calls for national unity as EU signs deal
Can Britain reconcile once Brexit is finally over? Yesterday, EU leaders approved a withdrawal deal with the UK. Theresa May promised the public “a new chapter in our national life.”
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Thousands of children in gambling epidemic
How should we tackle the problem? The number of children with a gambling problem is surging, with thousands at risk. Advertising, social media, and even video games have been blamed.
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Debate rages over Britain’s ‘broken society’
How accurate is this description? A video has gone viral showing thugs attacking two police officers. Several people passed by and refused to intervene — fuelling claims of a “broken” society.
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Why future bosses might microchip your hand
Is this an exciting future or a dystopian nightmare? Hundreds of workers across the world have been fitted with chips that can store personal data. Activists fear a new era of surveillance.
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Golden year: the England football revolution
Can it last? England’s win over Croatia this weekend capped a great year for the national side. The match symbolised the many ways England have evolved in 2018: here are the five biggest.
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Report sparks row over ‘callous’ UK poverty
How bad is Britain’s poverty problem? A UN expert has slammed the British government for causing “staggering” levels of poverty. However, not everyone agrees with his analysis.
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Place your bets on the next boss of the UK!
Is it all over for May? As the resignations pour in and calls for a vote of no confidence grow, The Day weighs up the contenders who could replace...
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Brexit crunch time: May teeters on the brink
How long can she survive? The Cabinet has backed Theresa May’s draft Brexit agreement after a bruising five-hour showdown. But some say the prime minister will not last much longer.
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Hell on Earth: California wildfire kills dozens
Will the blaze spark action on climate change? At least 42 have died in the deadliest inferno in California’s history. Scientists claim that global warming will only make wildfires worse.
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University is a waste of money, warn MPs
Is a degree worth the debt? Amid a major review of university tuition fees, a report from MPs is claiming that universities are not delivering value for money. Are they right?
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Leaders clash over nationalism v patriotism
Is nationalism always bad? Emmanuel Macron has launched a very thinly-veiled attack on self-proclaimed nationalist Donald Trump, describing the ideology as a “betrayal of patriotism”.
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The Christmas ad banned for being too political
Should the ban be lifted? Thousands have signed a petition demanding that Iceland’s banned “Rang-tan” advert be allowed on TV. They say its urgent environmental message must be heard.
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Charles promises to stop meddling when king
Is this the right decision? Prince Charles has championed many social and environmental causes as heir. But in a BBC film last night, he vowed to stop speaking out when he becomes monarch.