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The National Anthem
The debate about whether we should sing God Save the King.
Patriotism and ‘progressive activists’
How does a small but outspoken group influence the debate about UK national identity?
Culture wars in Europe
Surrogacy in Italy, feminism in Spain, and culture wars activism across borders.
'Black Out' performances
Are stage shows aimed at black audiences inclusive or divisive?
What is the ‘white gaze’?
What does it mean, and where does the idea come from?
Does Britain need a Muslim war memorial?
Plans for a Muslim war memorial have sparked debate about history, identity, and monuments
Why are statues such flashpoints in the culture wars?
Statues: tearing them down or putting them up, why so they make people so angry?
Misgendering and Hate Crime
Exploring the debate around gender, pronouns, and Scotland’s new hate crime law.
How does the law handle misgendering?
Amid arguments about misgendering and hate crime - what does existing UK law say?
A history of Eurovision and politics
Eurovision is meant to be apolitical, but over the years it’s been caught in controversy
Eurovision and Israel
The war in Gaza prompts calls to boycott this year’s song contest.
Racism and the countryside
The UK countryside is very white, but is it racist?
Homosexuality and "sin"
The clash between the rights of LGBT people and freedom to express Christian views.
What is “minority stress theory�
Exploring the idea that people in minority groups experience unique forms of stress
Should cyclists stay in their lane?
Cyclists shaming drivers online, fights over bike lanes and the politics of pedal power.
The Highway Code
How well do you know the rules of the road?
Are ‘kidults’ a problem?
Are young people refusing to grow up, or just enjoying harmless escapism?
When do you become an adult?
Marriage, kids, and the history of our ideas about adulthood
Dangers to women: man vs bear
Women online are being asked: would you rather be stuck in a forest with a man or a bear?
Man vs Bear
The viral TikTok question that’s prompted a big debate about women’s safety
Discipline in schools
How strict is too strict, and do tougher schools get better results?
How schools got strict
Where did the trend for tough discipline in schools come from?
Pro-Palestinian student camps
The debate about protestors calling for their universities to cut ties with Israel.
Divestment: A beginner’s guide
It’s become a common protest demand, but what does divesting really entail?
'Anglo-Saxon' and racism
Should the term Anglo-Saxon be dropped because it’s been adopted by racists?
Who were the “Anglo-Saxons�
The term “Anglo-Saxon†has become controversial, but where does it come from?
Meat-free menus and choice
Should meat and dairy be taken off menus to help save the planet from climate change?
How planet-friendly is your diet?
The greenhouse gas emissions caused by meat, dairy, and plant-based alternatives
Counter-protests
Are counter-protests important for sending a message or can they make things worse?
A history of anti-fascist protest
Did counter-protests at the ‘Battle of Cable Street’ prove a hammer blow to fascism?
'Extreme' Misogyny
Should some forms of misogyny be classed as extremism?