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Dignity in death? The assisted dying debate
Tomorrow marks the most significant vote on social reform in the UK since the legalisation of same-sex marriage. Unlike that decision, which was...
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Monopolies are going out of fashion as their reputation fails
In the US, the Department of Justice has demanded Google sells Chrome, the world's most popular web browser, as it aims to stop the Silicon Valley...
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White Paper, green Jobs?
Ministers have today announced plans to increase the numbers of people in work substantially. The Get Britain Working White Paper sets out measures...
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2024 UK Christmas adverts: A festive tradition of influence and debate
Each year, UK Christmas adverts set the stage for festive anticipation, blending storytelling and consumerism in a uniquely impactful way. For 2024...
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Can Starmer's efforts to cosy up to China persuade Shein to pursue a 2025 listing?
The potential for Shein to list in London took a big step forward last week thanks to a significant political pivot from the Prime Minister. Relations...
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AI wrote my homework
Why does using AI still feel like cheating? The proliferation of easily accessible artificial intelligence (AI) tools has sent ripples through the UK...
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COP29 at a glance: The conference runs on amid growing rancour
COP29 is officially due to end today but the chances of that happening were always slender. COP summits tend to run on for hours, often days, beyond...
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Why a shifting sense of community in Salford shows the importance of listening to local people
Those of a certain age or musical persuasion will be familiar with Salford Lads’ Club, which graced the inside gatefold sleeve of an iconic 1986 album...
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