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Peru

Peruvian elections: for the Right or the Right?

Despite the election upset, the opposition will not be silenced, writes Stephanie Boyd.

Development

Calling time on the MDGs

No development process succeeds without the participation of those it targets, argues Maggie Black.

Why are NGOs so reluctant to help Greece?

As the island of Lesvos is overwhelmed with immigrants, the world of aid looks on. Beulah Devaney reports.

Culture

Mostafa’s story

One man’s inspiring but disturbing journey to become a rickshaw rider in Bangladesh. Photos by Ana Norman Bermudez.

A word with Anjan Sundaram

The author and reporter talks to Graeme Green about self-expression, dictatorship and the importance of a free press.

Environment

Green machines

Diana Beresford-Kroeger unveils the hidden bio-chemistry of trees.

Forest facts

Facts and figures about trees and forests, from carbon control to biodiversity.

Food

‘The earth in Indonesia is on fire’

Nithin Coca looks at the causes of an unfolding environmental and health catastrophe.

The People vs Monsanto (and other GM giants)

Around the world, people are mobilizing against biotech bullies.

Health

Run, Palestine, run

A record number of participants claimed their right to freedom of movement at this year’s marathon. Giedre Steikunaite reports.

Letter from Bangui: The guardian

A sudden change in an employee’s health reveals hidden hardship to Ruby Diamonde.

Politics

Claiming our victories

Don’t listen to the cynics – Mark Engler thinks activists should pat themselves on the back.

Country profile: Brazil

Jan Rocha on the challenges and paradoxes in one of the world’s most unequal countries.

Regions

Run, Palestine, run

A record number of participants claimed their right to freedom of movement at this year’s marathon. Giedre Steikunaite reports.

Caught in the act: Israeli soldier filmed killing Palestinian

Noreen Sadik reports on the aftermath of a very public shooting in the divided city of al-Khalil.

Science

Green machines

Diana Beresford-Kroeger unveils the hidden bio-chemistry of trees.

For their eyes only

Michaela Whitton considers unlawful surveillance and the crushing of dissent.

Society

Run, Palestine, run

A record number of participants claimed their right to freedom of movement at this year’s marathon. Giedre Steikunaite reports.

Inside Dunkirk’s new refugee camp

A purpose-built camp offers refugees a sense of relief, but for how long?, asks Sarah Shearman.

Spirituality

Walking in Bethlehem this Christmas when peace is absent

Giedre Steikunaite watches the city prepare for the most important day on the Christian calendar.

Will Aung San Suu Kyi represent all Burma?

Religious and ethnic minorities expect the new government to restore their rights. Charlotte England wonders if such hopes are misplaced.

War and Peace

Caught in the act: Israeli soldier filmed killing Palestinian

Noreen Sadik reports on the aftermath of a very public shooting in the divided city of al-Khalil.

The violence of nonviolent protest

Mark Boyle writes on why he opposes ‘mindless nonviolence’.

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