Learning from the withdrawals of UN peacekeeping missions in Mali and the DRC

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The host countries of two of the United Nations flagship peacekeeping missions recently demanded their withdrawal. This development raises questions about whether such missions can still effectively prevent and manage...

Chanel is in search of a creative revival. Is Mathieu Blazy the right person for the job?

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For several months, Chanel, one of the most iconic luxury houses, has found itself at a crossroads. Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld in 2019, Virginie Viard, his long-time right hand, stepped into the role of creative...

Why Romania’s election was annulled – and what happens next?

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The Romanian constitutional court annulled the countrys presidential election on December 6. A runoff was due to take place just 48 hours later between far-right independent candidate Călin Georgescu and progressive,...

‘Mirror life forms’ may sound like science fiction, but scientists warn they could be deadly to humans and destroy the environment

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When you look in a mirror, the reflection is fundamentally you, but with a perfect reversal of all your features. This illustrates a phenomenon we also see in the tiny world of molecules. Some molecules exist as mirror...

The Conservatives have had a terrible few years – these are the three first steps to recovery in 2025

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The Conservatives have faced a number of crises since emerging as one of the largest parties in British politics. These crises, which are well documented and analysed by historians of the party, were overcome with strong...

Why you should avoid doing the exact same workout everyday if you want to get fit

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Consistency is key when it comes to getting in shape. After all, you cant get fit if you dont put the work in at the gym. But are there any benefits to doing the same workout day-in and day-out? Some influencers say there...

Early pregnancy endings are an overlooked workplace issue – here’s how that could change

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In the UK, early pregnancy endings are defined as pregnancies that end before 24 weeks gestation. These include miscarriages, abortions (sometimes called terminations), ectopic pregnancies where an embryo implants outside...