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Politics in Sports
In this article, sports and political editors Colin Hamingson and Elaine Sanderson collide minds to evaluate athletes’ voices in the political realm and the political voices’ hesitancy.
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The State of Latin American Politics
Political writer Emilia Cardenas takes a look into the current political climate of Latin America.
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The Future of Construction is Green
Political writer Lina El Rasheed discusses the importance of construction turning environmentally friendly.
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The Ivory Act in the UK Could be Expanded to Cover More Vulnerable Species
Political writer Emelia Elliott discusses how the Ivory Act in the UK aims to protect endangered species.
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The Depth of Racism in Sports
Rashford, Sancho and Saka received an incredible amount of racial abuse on social media.
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Are the Irish Troubles over Once and For All?
A proposal by the United Kingdom government to prevent further prosecutions surrounding events that occurred during the Irish Troubles could mean a fresh start for Northern Ireland
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The “Natural Form of the Head” is Not an Afro?
The ban of swimming caps for afro hair is being reconsidered after a strong backlash. Black swimmers, athletes and people around the world are extremely disappointed by this news.
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The Stockwell Six: Crime, Corruption and Miscarriage of Justice
On July 6, 2021, the convictions for Courtney Harriot, Paul Green, and Cleveland Davidson were overturned. These were three members of the Stockwell Six…
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The Danger of England’s Freedom Day
Dubbed ‘Freedom Day’, England moves one step closer to a post-covid life. But what does this really mean?
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A Change for the Better – Historical Changes to Blood Donation for Gay and Bisexual Men in the UK
La Tonique politics contributor Emelia Elliott takes a look at Historical Changes to #Blood Donation for Gay and Bisexual Men in the United Kingdom.
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Hands, Face, Space? The Scandal Surrounding Matt Hancock
La Tonique politics contributor Emelia Elliott discusses the scandal including United Kingdom Health Secretary Matt Hancock.
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Iraq: Who Killed Me?
Demonstrations have once again surged in Iraq following the recent death of activists.
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Why New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern Has Been Named The World’s Greatest Leader
Many have championed her humanizing politics, keeping mental health, wellbeing and New Zealand’s roots at the heart of her campaigns.
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Colombia: Protests Continue Amid Brutal Police Crackdowns
As a developing story, it is not clear whether the protests will fade out as a matter of individual safety or, the government will seek to resolve the nation's current issues.
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A Look Into Europe’s Far-Right Surge
Europe is experiencing a political shift.
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Behind England’s Kill the Bill Protests
The proposed introduction of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill into English and Welsh law has created tension as well as clashes between the public and police.
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We Need to Talk About What is Happening in Tigray
Rape, Violence and Genocide.
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Plastic Waste a Corporate Problem Blamed on Consumers
La Tonique politics contributor Parissa King takes a look at the current issue with corporate waste.
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