The Berlin Wall separated families, friends, and loyalties when it was erected in 1961, symbolizing the Cold War divide. Dan Smith's book "The Wall Between Us" explores the impact of this division on two best friends, Anna and Monica, highlighting the harsh realities of life in East Germany versus West.
The rise and rise of the Paralympics
https://youtu.be/NXKzHxRb9VE That the Paralympics rose out of such a dark place, from the ashes of the Second World War, wounded men and a fugitive from the Nazis, says much. From its humble beginnings on the lawns of a Buckinghamshire hospital it has become one of the great global sporting events, shining a light on how... Continue Reading →
A history of voting reform
https://youtu.be/eL6LYPYOvbg On Thursday July 4th, the U.K will go to the polls to vote in the General Election. Eligible voters will select from a list of candidates who they would like to represent them as their member of parliament - MP for their area (constituency.) To vote you must be registered to vote be 18... Continue Reading →
