Latest articles by Will Barker, The Week UK
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The school protests in France that have seen more than 5,000 arrestsThe Explainer Continued riots have left 500 schools across the country closed and more than 5,000 arrests, with further action planned for the coming days
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Cape Town seeks solution to its baboon problemUnder the Radar City plans to remove wild animals have sparked protests, and could even affect upcoming local elections
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Is the UK on the verge of a diesel crisis?Today’s Big Question Record high prices underline Britain’s reliance on global suppliers to power ‘engine’ of economy
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Brexit: is Burnham on the right course?Today’s Big Question Prime minister looking at ‘options’ for new relationship with EU this year
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George Lucas’ museum: a new way of seeing art?Under the Radar Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is causing controversy in the art world but will ‘astonish’ visitors
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What does Labour’s ‘hope’ agenda mean for the Budget?Today’s Big Question Chancellor’s conference speech outlined Labour’s vision for growth but what was ‘left unsaid’ is ‘far more important’
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The best film museums to visit around the worldThe Week Recommends Discover the history and craft of movie industry masters
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SAS war crimes inquiry faces another setbackThe Explainer Emergence of new MoD evidence is ‘troubling and regrettable’, says inquiry chair, as further delays and costs are likely
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London’s disappearing childrenThe Explainer Falling numbers of pupils in the capital are creating a ‘genuine sense of loss’ in communities
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The best woodland walks around the UKThe Week Recommends Lace up your hiking boots for our favourite autumn walks
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Can the Lib Dems actually get back into power?Today’s Big Question After Ed Davey’s final speech at the party conference, many supporters are still uncertain of the direction required for Westminster
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‘Berlin's Mamdani’: a beacon for Germany's bruised LeftUnder the Radar Elif Eralp is set to be the city’s first Turkish-origin mayor, running on housing and affordability campaign
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Strictly – how is the revamped format working out?Talking Point New host line-up sees Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe share presenting duties
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Will Russian elections weaken Putin’s grip on power?Today’s Big Question Result of elections not in doubt but how much the Kremlin needs to hide public discontent could spell problems for Russia’s president
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The best orchards for apple pickingThe Week Recommends Perfect spots around the UK for a wholesome autumn day out
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The weapons the US have put in spaceThe Explainer ‘Extraordinary’ announcement has sparked strong criticism from Russia and China, fuelling fears of a space arms race
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South Korea’s stalker tracking appUnder the Radar Government technology allows victims to know their stalkers’ locations in real time if they come within 2km
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The Nottingham balaclava banThe Explainer The city has taken targeted steps to tackle anti-social behaviour
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Swedish elections on a knife-edgeThe Explainer A ‘razor-thin’ victory for the centre-left is forecast but not certain, in a result that tests the temperature of European politics
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High-security prisoners turning Sardinia into Italy’s ‘Devil’s Island’Under the Radar The Italian government’s decision to relocate ‘hardline’ inmates to the island stokes local fears of diminishing tourism and strain on services
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The Stokes-Navier equation OpenAI controversyIn the Spotlight ‘Historic’ mathematical breakthrough by the tech company has been overshadowed by data privacy concerns of human researchers
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Tourist tax: how it might workThe Explainer Visitor charge is part of Burnham’s devolution agenda but could hit hospitality industry hard
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The Bayeux Tapestry: a ‘truly magnificent’ spectacleThe Week Recommends Exhibition at the British Museum promises a ‘once-in-history’ viewing experience
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Life at Eton – what can Prince George expectIn the Spotlight Royal will have ‘uncle’ and ‘timelord’ to guide him through first weeks at historic boarding school
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