Editor's note

As yet another round of 'last chance' talks fails, world leaders seem to be losing faith in the possibility of reunifying Cyprus. But what if they are asking the wrong questions to begin with? Rebecca Bryant has a suggestion for a better approach.

Many mathematicians like to point out how 'beautiful' their subject is. But what does that actually mean? Can you really compare a series of numbers to a stunning painting or a moving piece of music? Vicky Neale argues you can indeed.

Ken Loach's film I, Daniel Blake has won awards around the world for its portrayal of the absurdity of Britain's benefits system for the sick and disabled. When Stephanie Petrie showed the film to a group of people who have experienced life on benefits, it was clear the film did not exaggerate.

 

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Cyprus talks keep failing – maybe it's time to try something a little different

Rebecca Bryant, London School of Economics and Political Science

Another 'last chance' has been missed. But while talks disintegrate, islanders are just getting on with peace in practice.

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