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    A general discussion of "what the papers are saying". Topics across all aspects of the mainstream news from around the world.

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    A space dedicated to vigorous and varied political discourse.

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  3. The War in Ukraine

    Latest developments and discussion of events in the Ukraine War. Any alleged factual claims must be supported by a valid link to an approved credible source.

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    Latest developments and discussion of events in the Israel-Hamas War. Any alleged factual claims must be supported by a valid link to an approved credible source.

     

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    A forum dedicated to information and discussion of COVID-19 topics. This forum is not for conspiracy theories or any form of political discussion.

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  16. Japan opens up to foreign tourists after two years

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  20. ‘Everyday life now’: Sydney reels from organised crime turf war

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    • 916 views

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    • 887 views

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  37. George W Bush: I would ban the sales of guns to protect our kids

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    • 10 replies
    • 478 views

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    • 574 views

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