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Disappointment: Neymar Jr’s legacy

Neymar Junior. One of the most high-profile, skilful, talked about footballers in the world. Following another World Cup disappointment with pre-tournament favourites Brazil, what is Neymar’s legacy? Has he ever lived up to the expectations? Will he have a final chance at World Cup redemption? The 30-year-old went into this...
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By , Dec. 14, 2022

Can Belgium ever win the World Cup?

One of the largest stories to emerge out of the deserts of Qatar has been the collapse of Belgium’s golden generation. Ranked second in the world heading into sport’s biggest tournament, many believed that this World Cup would be the last chance for Belgium’s greatest generation to bring home some...
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By , Dec. 13, 2022

Tipping culture in different countries

Often, when you head to a restaurant, paying and figuring out a tip can be the confusing capper on a nice meal. It’s believed that the concept of tipping originated in the 17th century thanks to the British, as part of an aristocratic practice of giving small gifts to the...
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By , Dec. 12, 2022

Rycroft: The Secret Santa Mystery 

He was supposedly one of the generation’s most gifted minds, at least according to his Fields award biography, but there was one puzzle that always stumped Charles Rycroft – how to find the perfect Christmas gifts. It was hard enough for his friends and family, but once he’d been roped...
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By , Dec. 10, 2022