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Science fiction from TurkeyA spark of reality in literary dystopia
Above the clouds lies not just boundless freedom, but also dystopian visions of the future. With his collection "Über den Wolken und andere Geschichten" (Above the Clouds and Other Stories), editor Ünver Alibey shows that science fiction is no longer a solely Western genre.
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Beirut's golden 1960s revolutionary art
The 1960s saw Beirut's thriving art scene in full swing, before Lebanon's fragile peace was ripped apart by civil war in 1975. By Ruairi Casey
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75 years of independence: 10 reasons for India
On August 15, 1947, India – which until then had been a British protectorate – became independent. Sophie Dissemond marks the 75th anniversary with a tour of the country.
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Partition of India: The way forward
On 15 August 1947, British India split into two nations – Hindu-majority India and Muslim-majority Pakistan. The two countries continue to be hostile towards each other despite some efforts to improve bilateral ties. By Shamil Shams
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Increasingly diverse and colourful: Germany, land of immigration
Germany ranks as the second most popular destination for immigrants directly after the USA. The exhibition at the Haus der Geschichte in Bonn provides an overview of the past 60 years of immigration to Germany. By Hans Joachim Hennig
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Roots of Terrorism in PakistanSplit Identity
Pakistan is suffering from Islamist extremism. In Pakistan's history, manipulation of the faith for political purposes has deep roots. By Mohammad Ali Khan