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Issue 476 of New Internationalist

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October 2014

The new Cuba

The new Cuba

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Is it right to boycott Israel? Ilan Pappé vs Norman Finkelstein

Ilan Pappé and Norman Finkelstein analyze the pros and cons of the BDS movement.

A new Cuba in the making

The communist island is opening up for business. Vanessa Baird begins an investigation into what's going on - and what it means.

Cuba's big bet

In the shadow of the US embargo, Cuba is building a gigantic port and free trade zone. Vanessa Baird looks into the issue.

Country profile: Mexico

Some analysts believe this is 'Mexico's moment'. Is it? Russell White takes a look.

A word with Okwiri Oduor

Kenyan author Okwiri Oduor talks to Chris Brazier about winning this year's Caine Prize for African Writing.

How to militarize your local police

Mark Engler voices alarm over the US police force's 'warrior mentality'.

Making space

Cuba is inching towards a free media and political choice - or is it? Vanessa Baird takes a closer look.

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