8 billion people: why trying to control the population is often futile – and harmful
The world’s population is expected to hit 8 billion people on November 15, according to the UN.
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The world’s population is expected to hit 8 billion people on November 15, according to the UN.
Izzard’s involvement is a warning light for Labour. The comedian has already been political kryptonite to the pro-European cause and voting reform.
Protests have seen women defiantly removing their hijabs, cutting off their hair in public and crowds chanting “death to the dictator”.
There had been a few small signs that Saudi Arabia had been offering its women a few more freedoms in the past few years, but recent harsh prison sentences against women have sparked increased debate about the country’s human rights abuses.
It’s impossible to say that female dominance would result in less violent and more caring societies. But it is a fair bet that it would.
A tournament untainted by commercial forces showcased a marvellous combination of skill, humanity and sheer joy.
Progress has been made since Women2Win was launched – but the deficit is still substantial, writes Baroness Jenkin.
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