Politics
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Americas
A report on Canada's upcoming election, the referendum in Ecuador and the new high-speed internet connection between Cuba and Venezuela.
Not to be sniffed at
US cocaine consumption fuels violence in its ‘backyard’. If demand plummeted, would criminal gangs find another racket, or would the so-called war on drugs see a victory?
Oceania
Perth's drive to compete with Australian's east coast cities and a flag furore in New Caledonia.
Europe
The Prince of Monaco's motorcade, the UK's looming referendum and an upset over the "Made in Italy" tag.
Japan’s crisis leader
Following the March 2011 crisis, Japan's political system revealed deep-seated problems. The country has a long list of dysfunctional post-war leaders and a highly nepotistic system, hampering its ability to rebuild.
True crime fighter
Brankica Stankovic presents Serbia’s hard-hitting investigative TV show ‘Insajder’. In a country where the media shies away from controversy, she represents a fresh voice – but her work comes at a cost.
Africa/Middle East
Our column from Pretoria looks at how South Africa is manoeuvering itself into a world-power position. Plus elections in Seychelles, educating ultra-orthodox children in Israel and demanding change in Lebanon.
New build
Japan is at a momentous crossroads. Despite recent tragedy, now is the time for large-scale change as it rebuilds, playing the international market and realising its full arts and business potential.
