Freelance economy: worries for future of workers

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Freelance economy: worries for future of workers

Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Freelancers provide a critical service to many communities across the UK The large majority of the UK population relies on someone other than themselves to help them with…

The rise of authoritarianism? Check. Here’s how.

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The rise of authoritarianism? Check. Here’s how.

NEWS BRIEF In their private conversations, European and U.S. leaders express agreement in their view that authoritarian regimes across the globe are gaining strength and are, for the first time, strong enough to threaten…

Iran quake kills at least one in Khuzestan province

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Iran quake kills at least one in Khuzestan province

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 hit southern Iran on Sunday night, killing at least one person and injuring many others, Iran’s Red Crescent said. The quake hit near the city of Turbat…

This month in LGBT history: our view

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This month in LGBT history: our view

Progress is important. On this, the 30th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, we are reminded of how far we’ve come, as well as the continuing battles we face inclusivity and equality. Here’s our list…

Welcome to the Club: 25 Alabama Warriors

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Welcome to the Club: 25 Alabama Warriors

Soldiers whose lives are cut short and not served properly are paying the price – one young man was at the centre of controversy, the university in his hometown – his college – fought…