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The former SNP leader squandered her talents in a classic tale of hubris
Losing control of the narrative
The British establishment no longer sets the terms of public debate over migration
Fear and fury in Belfast
Violence spiralled out of control in Northern Ireland in the aftermath of a shocking crime
How the Southport riots broke Starmer’s government
A combination of authoritarianism and hypocrisy proved fatal
Embers to tend
The brilliance of Sappho has been obscured by rumour and neglect
The dark side of the White House
As in ancient Rome, power politics are always a promising arena for drama
Vandalising the law
Activists and politicians should respect the law even if they don’t like it
Bring back borstals
Antisocial teenagers need structure and discipline before it is too late
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What you need to know about the Unite the Kingdom march on May 16
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A new book might overstate the durability of Trumpian politics
The promises of politicians
We are surrounded by lies, euphemisms and deceit
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London vs the rest of the country
The publishing industry should aim to be more provincial and less metropolitan
We can restrict doctors’ strikes
Well-paid doctors should not be allowed to endanger patients uninhibited
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