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Now for the Hard Part: One Week On

The Brexit deal is in deep trouble, yet Theresa May remains in post. Her reaction to parliamentary defeat will prove to be crucial in determining what happens next.

Now for the Hard Part

As predicted the Brexit agreement has met widespread opposition and a Conservative leadership challenge. The biggest twist in the Brexit saga is yet to come.

The Beginning of the End

Political authority is a strange thing. After a decade at the top, Angela Merkel is experiencing life without the influence she once took for granted.

Climate and Consumer Habits

Solving global warming will require changes to consumer behaviour. That's easier said than done.

What Price for Self-Determination?

The Swiss Self Determination Initiative is a symptom of a crisis of democratic legitimacy. A different answer is required, if the problem is to be solved.

Sleepwalking to No Deal

The prospects of a Bexit deal look increasingly remote. To reach an agreement both the UK and the EU need to change their approach. They may have no choice.

The Future of Test Cricket

Alastair Cook's retirement marks the end of an era for English cricket, and exposes changing priorities within the international game.

Yes, Mr President

Attempts by senior officials to manipulate Trump into following their agenda are an integral part of the democratic tradition on both sides of the Atlantic.

Guilty Until Proven Innocent?

Why on earth did the Crown Prosecution Service blame Ben Stokes for the incident that saw him put on trial?

Hope and Expectation

Another world cup campaign ends in heroic failure. England were never going to win this tournament, but they have the foundations to win the next one.