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Parking chaos: When will it end?

New parking laws came into effect this week in an attempt to tidy up one of the most chaotic areas of the law, and of our lives. However, while the changes are long overdue, the problem of too many cars and not enough space are likely to get worse. More..

Circus: The bottom line for the big top

Martin Lacey thought his end had come back in 2000 when he was lying on his back being mauled by two fully-grown Bengal tigers. More than three decades as an animal trainer, and it all nearly came to a grisly end after he stepped backwards onto the paw of one of his animals. More..

Biofuels, food prices and malnutrition

China’s booming economy, a spate of poor harvests across the world and the growing trend to turn food into fuel for our cars are causing millions of people to go hungry. 

The international price of wheat, maize (corn), soyabeans, and dozens of other foods has at least doubled in the last two years, and in some cases have nearly trebled. More..

The amazing power of money sent home

Migration is a big issue, the world over.

 People have strong views about whether it is good or bad for the host nation. For most migrants going abroad for a better life means the chance to earn more. However, perhaps the most overlooked aspect of the whole business is just how good migration is for those left behind back home. More..

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