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Avian flu is evolving but what risk does it pose to us?
Avian flu has killed millions of birds and seals and it's now infecting cows in America
Why is the water industry in so much trouble?
Britain's biggest water suppliers are struggling with sewage, leaks and huge debts.
How does America fix its border crisis?
Who's crossing the US border, why and how does the government tackle it effectively?
Are Britain's missing workers really a problem?
1 in 5 people in the UK are not in paid work, but they're also not looking for a job.
What does Iran want?
What the short and long term aims of the Iranian regime?
What's happened to Hamas?
What do we know about Hamas after 6 months of war with Israel?
What's the future of the state pension?
David Aaronovitch and guests ask whether the state pension is sustainable in the long term
Election special 3. Uncertain times for the ANC in South Africa
The ANC has been in power for 30 years, but as its popularity wanes, what happens next?
Election special 2. Elections without democracy
In some countries election outcomes are predetermined, so why bother holding them at all?
India: Is democracy under threat?
Prime Minister Modi is expected to win a third term, but what does that mean for India?