Are pop stars paid too much?
Pop stars entertain millions of people across the planet but some earn millions of pounds per year. All they do is sing songs and dance around right? Should they really be paid more than doctors who save lives?
Debate Drive - October 2024
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Can we trust what we read online?
With billions of pages of information and entertainment at our fingertips we are exposed to millions of views, facts, and opinions daily. But can we trust what we read online? Should we do more to check what we read and see for reliability?
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Should travel between countries be easier?
There are many reasons why people move between countries. From leisure to work, and by choice or where there is no alternative, millions of people across the planet make these moves every day. Should it be easier to move between countries?
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Should we be more tolerant of people different from ourselves?
Each and every one of us is unique, yet we have a surprising number of similarities. Why do we sometimes focus on the differences? Should we do more to celebrate what makes us unique? Would the world be a better place if we were all just a little more tolerant of each other?