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Justin goes too far, and Clarrie reaches the end of her tether. Show more

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The Polish government has built a steel wall on its eastern border to keep out global migrants. But the wall cuts through a very special forest. What might the impact be? Show more

Becky Ripley and Sophie Ward take a cold hard look at the psychology of the seven deadly sins. And today, it's greed. When does self-interested behaviour become selfish? Show more

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Government loses vote on contaminated blood compensation

Israel's offensive in the south of Gaza

US Supreme Court examines bankruptcy protections for the Sackler family

‘Disturber of the Peace’ lives up to its name as the residents of Silverstream find themselves provoked into action – beginning with the book’s author.
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