Oxford debate disrupted by violence

The controversial debate which saw the Oxford union invite Nick Griffin and David Irving to speak about freedom of speech was disrupted by anti-fascist groups in scenes of disorder and some violence.
I feel like I am repeating myself here but freedom of speech is a democratic value and yes it is tough when you have [...]

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Destruction of history.

In todays Independent I read a report by Robert Fisk which brought to light the destruction of archeological sites across Iraq and ancient Mesopotamia, it seems that in the absence of any real authority in the region, looters have taken over sites in an effort to recover artifacts for sale on the black market.
Cities such [...]

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