Afghanistan
What does Britain think it's doing in Afghanistan. As 40 Service personnel are confirmed as suffering from a mystery bug, we investigated the health risks of the current operation. What are the 1,700 marines there to do? Could the politicians enlighten us?

Road Tolls
The BBC's Economics Editor, Evan Davis, turned his mind to the effectiveness of road tolls. The RAC said motorists would support them as did the former head of the BBC John Birt, now advising Downing Street. But rather more importantly, did Evan?

Argentine obsession with the World Cup
From Robin Denselow in Buenos Aires, a look at how the Argentine obsession with World Cup football could have political repercussions when they play England in the World Cup.

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