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Spectator Out Loud: Owen Matthews, Matthew Parris, Marcus Nevitt, Angus Colwell and Sean Thomas

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Apr 25, 2025
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Rome's Jubilee Transformation

  • Rome is preparing extensively for the 2025 papal jubilee, expecting 32 million visitors, which is ten times its population.
  • The city balances grandeur with practical modernization, like stylish trash bins and cobblestone restoration, reflecting its blend of ancient charm and contemporary life.
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Channel Islands' Real Character

  • The Channel Islands are diverse and distinct, with little shared identity and often mutual dislike, notably between Jersey and Guernsey.
  • Contrary to stereotypes, they are not manicured tax havens but host natural beauty, local communities, and historic military defenses.
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Friendship Rift in Civil War

  • The story of Edward Hyde and Balstrode Whitelocke illustrates how civil war polarizes even close friendships and colleagues.
  • The book reviewed highlights personal and social factors driving historical divisions, although focusing more on personalities than political processes.
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