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Donald Trump has achieved something many thought impossible in Gaza, writes Andrew Marr

Donald Trump has achieved something many thought impossible in Gaza, writes Andrew Marr

By Andrew Marr It’s the day that many of us thought would never happen. Families reunited in Israel and Gaza alike, jubilant celebrations in Tel...

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If this doesn’t shame the government, nothing will: Hospices are being left to die

If this doesn’t shame the government, nothing will: Hospices are being left to die

By Alison Bennett The facts laid bare in recent reports should shock the nation: our hospice sector is hurtling toward disaster, placing the...

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Alison Bennett

Britain’s burnout generation: We've built a work culture that worships exhaustion

Britain’s burnout generation: We've built a work culture that worships exhaustion

By Sam Richardson Burnout isn’t a new concept, but the reasons behind it are changing. Just a few years back, work typically finished at 5pm. You...

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Sam Richardson

Is the UK so keen for Chinese money we're willing to sell out our national security?

Is the UK so keen for Chinese money we're willing to sell out our national security?

By Charles Parton The Prime Minister, the Chancellor and the ex-Foreign Minister have all said that national security is their number one concern....

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Charles Parton

Hungary is playing a dangerous game with Ukraine

Hungary is playing a dangerous game with Ukraine

By David Kirichenko & Alexander J. Motyl Hungary’s prime minister does not seem to grasp the gravity of the moment. His ally, Russia, is bleeding by...

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David Kirichenko & Alexander J. Motyl

The High Street still matters. A fair rates system can bring it back to life

The High Street still matters. A fair rates system can bring it back to life

By Paul Gerrard Britain’s small shops are disappearing unless Government acts now. You can feel it as much as you can see it when you walk down...

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Paul Gerrard

The Gaza war is over, will real peace ever happen?

The Gaza war is over, will real peace ever happen?

By James Sorene After two terrible years of war there is joy and hope in Israel and Gaza. Monday will be an emotional rollercoaster as hostages...

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James Sorene

The politics of pardon: Trump’s gift to Netanyahu, writes Shelagh Fogarty

The politics of pardon: Trump’s gift to Netanyahu, writes Shelagh Fogarty

By Shelagh Fogarty I was struck listening to Donald Trump’s speech today, not least because of its tone, which echoed that of Benjamin Netanyahu’s...

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Shelagh Fogarty

Pets on the Tube is a rare moment of joy for Londoners

Pets on the Tube is a rare moment of joy for Londoners

By William Mata It’s not often I’ll write a column in defence of Transport for London, but I am willing to stick up for the heartwarming sight of...

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William Mata

£20 used to buy a night out, now it buys regret and a packet of crisps

£20 used to buy a night out, now it buys regret and a packet of crisps

By Vix Leyton When I first started my adventures into town for a night out, I’d have £20 and expect that to cover everything from the bus fare in...

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Vix Leyton

Millennials were told to ‘have it all’ instead, we’re burnt out, broke, and grieving the future we were promised

Millennials were told to ‘have it all’ instead, we’re burnt out, broke, and grieving the future we were promised

By Freya Bugeja I’m 35, a mum of two young children, working in PR and commuting into London two days a week. On paper, my life is great and I’m...

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Turning our back on net zero is bad for bills and bad for business

Turning our back on net zero is bad for bills and bad for business

By Trevor Hutchings For over 20 years, UK’s politicians have been aligned on the need to ensure energy security and on tackle climate change, with...

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Trevor Hutchings

Russia’s holy war now the Kremlin is turning to religion as casualties soar and morale crumbles

Russia’s holy war now the Kremlin is turning to religion as casualties soar and morale crumbles

By Michael McManus Russia’s forces are deeply demoralised. The “special military operation”, which was supposed to be over in two weeks, is now...

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Michael Mcmanus

Durable change over empty symbolism: Donald Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize, writes Israeli Minister

Durable change over empty symbolism: Donald Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize, writes Israeli Minister

By Sharren Haskel I write not as a politician or diplomat, but as an Israeli mother - a child and grandchild of survivors, shaped by my people’s...

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Sharren Haskel

For the first time in two years, hostage families may finally breathe again

For the first time in two years, hostage families may finally breathe again

By Adam Ma’anit The news that a deal has finally been reached to bring home the remaining 48 hostages is what we have been dreaming of and fighting...

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Adam Ma’Anit

Britain’s drone wall is strong talk but weak layers and won't protect Europe from Russian aggression

Britain’s drone wall is strong talk but weak layers and won't protect Europe from Russian aggression

By Andriy Dovbenko Britain’s announcement to mass-produce interceptor drones under Project Octopus sounds like a decisive answer to the growing...

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