Section: Opinion
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Bake Off’s unstoppable rise and the nostalgia of imperfection
The hit TV show has inspired an avalanche of elaborate sponges and glossy ganaches, but there’s still an appetite for more homely treats
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The Israel-Gaza war cannot make us lose our humanity
As the war in the Middle East continues, everyone must support Jewish and Muslim leaders working to maintain dialogue in the UK
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The understated genius of Moeen Ali
The much-loved cricket star bowed out of his final Test match as the perfect role model for his sport and the nation at large
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Suella Braverman is poisoning our society with the politics of fear
Distorting facts to demonise immigrants, the home secretary is sowing dangerous seeds of division and failing to uphold the legacy of her own party
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Soul preserves
From pickles and ferments to jams and chutneys, conserving surplus produce allows us to enjoy fruits and vegetables grown in familiar earth, many thousands of miles away
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Can Labour fix the UK’s asylum system?
The challenge for Keir Starmer is to combine control and compassion in efforts to tackle dangerous boat crossings
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The French obsession with Muslim swimwear
The latest version of the country’s burkini ban marks the continuing politicisation of how women are viewed by the state.
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From Marvel to Barbie, hijabis are making their mark on the cosplay scene
Drawing inspiration from comic books and movies, a growing number of young Muslim women are pushing modest clothing into the realms of fantasy
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Two years on, the Afghan resettlement has stark lessons to teach the UK about asylum
In 2021, the Taliban regained control of the country, forcing thousands to flee. Now, refugees are left living in squalid accommodation and facing a precarious future
