Virgil Hawkins compares media coverage of two bombings and argues that some victims are considered more ‘newsworthy’ than others.
Articles by Virgil Hawkins
Madagascar’s reality is no cartoon comedy
Recent political upheavals mean life in this island country is not quite as cosy and carefree as the animated film suggests, says Virgil Hawkins.
- July 3, 2012
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Camouflaging Burkina Faso’s past
As President Blaise Compaore is granted immunity for previous crimes, Virgil Hawkins looks back at Burkina Faso’s recent turbulent history.
- June 15, 2012
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Diego Garcia's shameful history continues
In the week David Cameron meets his Mauritian counterpart to discuss the Chagos Islands, Virgil Hawkins sees suspicious motivations on both sides.
- June 7, 2012
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