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The Explainer
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The life and times of Kamala Harris
The Explainer The vice-president is narrowly leading the race to become the next US president. How did she get to where she is now?
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When will America's rental prices come down?
The Explainer Things may finally be cooling off
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The origins of marriage
The Explainer The institution of marriage has become something of a political battlefield. How did marriage begin and why?
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The Explainer There are certain times within the month or even on certain days of the week that can help you score a more competitive deal
The Explainer
Talking Points
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Why has Joker: Folie à Deux divided critics?
Talking Point The sequel to Joker is 'staggeringly inept' in its attempts to explore mental health issues – but Lady Gaga is 'magnetic'
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Assisted dying: will the law change?
Talking Point Historic legislation likely to pass but critics warn it must include safeguards against abuse
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Who are undecided voters, anyway?
Talking Points They might decide the presidential election
Talking Points
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Under the Radar
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Climate safe havens may be a thing of the past
Under the radar Safe spaces are few and far between
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Network states: the tech bros who want to create new countries
Under The Radar Concept would allow you to 'choose your nationality like you choose your broadband provider'
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The internet is being overrun by ads
Under the Radar Grabbing attention has never been more annoying
Under the Radar
Speed Reads
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Han Kang of South Korea wins literature Nobel Prize
Speed Read She is the first South Korean and first Asian woman to win the award
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TD Bank accepts $3B fine over money laundering
Speed Read The US retail bank pleaded guilty to multiple criminal charges
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Israel hits UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, bombs Beirut
Speed Read Israeli forces have fired at three United Nations positions in Lebanon
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Princess of Wales visits Southport
Speed Read The royal couple met the families of the girls killed in the knife attack
Speed Read
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The Chagos agreement explained
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6 volcanoes that could shut down the world
In Depth Italy's Mount Etna could be a preview of more danger on the horizon
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Donald Trump's biggest legal threats
In Depth It's not just Jack Smith's indictments — the former president is facing a host of separate challenges from around the country
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Last updated
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Timeless hotels for old-school elegance
The Blend From Jamaica to Rome, we check into incredibly atmospheric landmarks
By Delilah Khomo Published
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