February 9 2024

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Smoke, mirrors and election surveys

The science behind opinion polls does not always take all the necessary factors — such as voter turnout — into account.

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Genocide’s horrid roots in colonial Africa

Germany backed Israel's demolition of Gaza exactly 120 years after building the world's first death camp in Namibia.

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Let’s stop pussyfooting around immigration

A new draft white paper seems more like an ANC election narrative than a real attempt to fix a failure.

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Why are teachers still so hung up about haircuts?

The history of the little dance between short hair and discipline is quite arbitrary.

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Donald Trump can be Ukraine’s downfall

What happened to conservative Americans opposing Russia and its autocratic president?

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The tech demigods who know what’s good for you

How many politicians are up to properly regulating social media and other developing technology — or even willing to try?

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Portrait | Who and what are the Houthis?

They're the militants attacking ships in the Red Sea — and coming under US fire as a result. But where do they fit in?

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Government of national unity? Not easily

Strong ideological differences between the large parties and the opportunism of potential partners make the...

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The year democracy will face its biggest test

Around the world, more voters will go to the polls this year than at any time in history.

LIFESTYLE

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The blessing — and the curse — of a giant bed

A super king on the cheap means sweet dreams and horrid washing days.

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The art of emigration

The question of what emigration ‘looks like' highlights the unique nature of the phenomenon.

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Food and peace

If you experience someone's cooking, you understand something of what makes them human.

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The chic princess and a big beauty sale

Everything on our radar this week that you don't want to miss out on.

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15 questions for Riku Lätti

The #hashtagless writer, singer, filmmaker and songwriter on what drives him.

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Women with unwavering focus

Fearless female vigilantes are our avatars in dark revenge fantasies.

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Compassion can save the planet

Every living organism is interconnected, and man is but a small part of the great tapestry.

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Suspense novel disintegrates into sci-fi

Terry Hayes, the master of pushing emotional buttons, misses the mark with his new novel.

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A reader’s guide to escapism

A historical romance from the 'Bridgerton' era is perfect for end-of-the-day relaxation.

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From teenagers to tteokbokki

There's an incomparable world of fun and variety within the covers of books.