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The unselfish meme? How culture has shaped human destiny

Alison Baily reviews the evidence for the fundamental role culture has played in the evolution of our species and the structure of our minds.

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Uniting Nations: Culture and sustainable development

British Council Arts Director Kate Arthurs speaks at the UN about how culture can help reduce poverty and create social change.

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Myanmar’s complex future

New research reveals what young people from Myanmar think about their future at a time of unprecedented change.

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The competition for collaboration

New research underlines the value of supporting engagement in international higher education – and a warning that the UK mustn’t be left behind.

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Culture keeps US-UK relationship special

As Trump visits the UK, evidence shows the 'special relationship' means little to ordinary people, but that US-UK ties are deeper than ever and transcend politics.

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Hammamet reflections: North Africa’s digital future

With North Africa again witnessing real instability, Insight hosts a debate on the implications of digital tech for the region and the UK.

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Colombia’s next generation

New research reveals the hopes, fears, and dreams of young Colombians as they look to a peaceful future.

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Venezuela on the brink

Insight interviews Soraya Colmenares, the British Council’s Country Director in the beleaguered nation, about the cultural and educational implications of the crisis.

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Peace on heaven and earth succeeded by beautiful harmony

A new Japanese Emperor ushers in a new era. But what does the future hold for the country, and what might it mean for the UK?

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Heritage on fire

Insight looks at the aftermath of the fire that recently devastated the Brazilian National Museum, to ask what lessons can be learned.

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