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1

Pros and cons of zoos: Should animals be kept in zoos?

2

Space exploration pros and cons: Are space programs a waste of money?

3

Pros and cons of video games: Should kids play them?

4

Pros and cons of economic, social and political globalization: is globalization overall positive for our societies?

5

Dolphin hunting: should it be completely banned or should this tradition be preserved?

6

Should kids have cell phones? What is the best age for the first one?

7

Should animals be banned in the circus?

8

The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) will increase trade, but will it undermine democracy, public services, and the environment?

9

Should exotic animals be kept as pets? Should the ownership of wild animals be banned?

10

Is capital punishment a fair and appropriate measure for atrocious crimes or should it be banned?

11

Technology pros and cons: is technology good or bad for society?

12

Social networking pros and cons: Do social media make our lives better?

13

Should cities offer free public WIFI access to their citizens despite its high cost?

14

Nadal, Djokovic or Federer, who is the best tennis player?

15

Manga vs American comics: which is better?

16

Mass governnment surveillance pros and cons: Is NSA internet spying and data mining justified?

17

Canon vs Nikon: Which is the best camera brand?

18

Net neutrality pros and cons: Should governments intervene to ensure network neutrality?

19

Capitalism vs socialism: is Marxism relevant today?

20

Is Kosher and Halal slaughter too cruel to animals? Should it be banned?

21

BMW vs Mercedes-Benz: which of these two German car brands is better?

22

Cool small cars: Mini vs 600 vs Beetle vs 2CV. Which is the most iconic?

23

Do you think the recent global financial crisis is temporary or the beginning of a fundamental model change?

24

Hydropower pros and cons: Is hydroelectric energy that good? Should we promote it?

25

Should drugs be legalized? Legalization pros and cons

26

Constitutional monarchy vs republic: which is the best form of government?

27

Pros and cons of school assignments: Should kids have homework?

28

Drone strikes pros and cons: do you agree with the use of military drones?

29

Should Catalonia become an independent state and break away from Spain?

30

Who is the best football player in the world? Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?

31

Torture pros and cons: Is torture ever acceptable?

32

Shopping craze: Is Black Friday worth it? Pros and cons

33

Gender inequality in sports: are professional athletes salaries fair for women?

34

DC vs Marvel: which super heroes universe do you prefer ?

35

Yankees vs Mets, which New York baseball team do you prefer?

36

Bach, Mozart or Beethoven: who was the best classical music composer?

37

Should organ donation after death be mandatory? Facts, methods of consent, pros and cons

38

Consequences of Brexit: pros and cons. Can it lead to the end of the UK?

39

Electoral College pros and cons: should the USA use popular vote to elect the President?

40

Fair trade pros and cons - Does fair trade challenge or support existing power relations?

41

Should gorillas be banned in zoos?

42

Should I stay or should I go? How to deal with infidelity

43

Most informative social network: Facebook, reddit or Twitter?

44

The Lord of the Rings trilogy vs The Hobbit trilogy: the best adventure in Middle Earth?

45

Are beauty pageants good or bad for the child? Should they be banned?

46

Should transactions with tax haven countries and offshore centers be restricted?

47

Should smoking be banned in public places, even in outdoor areas?

48

Should cannabis be legalized?

49

Bender vs Roger: Who is cooler, the Futurama's robot or American Dad's alien?

50

Media and terrorism - Should the media increase censorship on news about terrorist attacks?

51

Reasons for school shootings: why are they so frequent?

52

Converse vs Vans: which of these two styles of sneakers is the coolest?

53

Dolphins in captivity: should dolphinariums be banned?

54

Donald Trump vs Hillary Clinton: who will be the next president?

55

Public sector vs private sector: should public services be privatized?

56

Star Trek vs Star Wars, which sci-fi universe is more interesting?

57

Effects of global warming: are scientists exaggerating about climate change? Is it real?

58

TTIP pros and cons: Is the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) a threat or an opportunity?

59

Where do you find better deals on Amazon or eBay?

60

Gun violence and deaths in America: should guns be banned?

61

Fracking pros and cons - Do you agree with the extraction of gas and oil using hydraulic fracturing?

62

SAS vs Navy SEALs: best military special forces in the world

63

Collingwood FC or Carlton FC: which Melbourne football team do you prefer?

64

Genetic engineering debate: Should human cloning be legal?

65

Should whale meat be completely banned worldwide, including for Inuits and other aboriginal communities?

66

Which is the best football league: the English Premier League or the Spanish Liga?

67

Best Roman emperors and their achievements: Julius Caesar, Augustus or Constantine?

68

Best grunge band: Nirvana or Pearl Jam?

69

Does online activism work? Does it have a positive impact on society?

70

Should people who download music and movies illegally be punished? Is free downloading theft?

71

Ferrari vs Lamborghini: best Italian luxury sports car?

72

Who will win the UEFA Euro 2016?

73

Best chocolate in the world. Swiss or Belgians: who are the true chocolate champions?

74

Instagram vs Snapchat: what is the best photo sharing App?

75

Pokémon Go pros and cons. Is Pokémon Go a good game? Controversy and facts

76

Should Scotland be an independent country?

77

Should Britain leave the EU? Should there be a second Brexit referendum?

78

Top 10 pros and cons of breastfeeding: should babies be exclusively breastfed until they are six month old?

79

Children and technology: should small kids be encouraged to use tablets and computers?

80

Most influential philosopher in contemporary thinking: Kant or Hegel?

81

Should the Supreme Courts justices be elected or appointed?

82

Should the UK government encourage or stop fracking?

83

Free market pros and cons - Should we privilege allocative efficiency and accept the resulting inequality?

84

DLC in video games: what do you think of the increasing use?

85

Elgin marbles debate: Should the British Museum Parthenon sculptures and marbles be brought back to Greece?

86

Keynes vs Friedman: who was the most influential economist?

87

Best animated movies: Disney or Ghibli?

88

How should power be devolved in the UK? What levels of government should be prioritized?

89

Is affirmative action a good approach against discrimination?

90

Migration pros and cons: what should we do about illegal immigration?

91

Amazon Prime vs Netflix vs Hulu: best streaming service?

92

Pokémon, Super Mario or Zelda: which is the top Nintendo game series?

93

Best 80s tv show: Knight Rider, The A-Team or MacGyver?

94

Is astrology real? Is it as a true science or a pseudoscience?

95

Bitcoin pros and cons: are cryptocurrencies the future of money? Will they replace traditional currencies?

96

Driverless cars pros and cons - Are self-driving cars worth the data sharing price?

97

NAFTA pros and cons: is NAFTA good or bad?

98

Mac vs PC pros and cons: what computer should I buy?

99

Vaccination pros and cons: should vaccines be administered to children regardless of parental consent?

100

Direct democracy pros and cons: are referendums the ultimate democratic tool?

101

Should we rebel against the system with Flatpack Democracy?

102

Controlled crying: is it OK to let a baby cry to sleep?

103

Pros and cons of marriage: is marriage outdated?

104

Guyana-Venezuela border: What country should Essequibo belong to?

105

Android OS vs iOS - Google vs Apple: what is the best mobile operating system?

106

Best rock band: The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?

107

Best online dating site or app: Badoo, Match.com, Meetic, Tinder or Zoosk?

108

Best internet browser: Chrome, Firefox or Explorer?

109

Should prostitution be legalized? Pros and cons of legalization

110

Is there intelligent life on other planets? Do aliens exist? Four scientific scenarios

111

Does civic engagement affect policy or is policy-making simply dominated by elites?

112

Should children get pocket money? Is it good for their education and development?

113

Do you think dogs should be allowed on the beach?

114

Prince vs Michael Jackson: who was the best pop singer and influential artist?

115

On religious and moral education: Should religion be taught in public schools?

116

Technological unemployment: Is technology destroying jobs or creating them?

117

Ebooks pros and cons - Electronic book vs paper book: which is better?

118

Should size zero models be banned?

119

Canadian Hockey: Montreal Canadiens or Toronto Maple Leafs?

120

Paris or London, which city is more exciting?

121

Should Ukraine be invited to join the EU?

122

European financial crisis: Will the Euro collapse?

123

Eurovision poll: is the Eurovision Song Contest a waste of money and resources?

124

Governments' responses to the Ebola crisis: correct, knee-jerk reaction or complacency?

125

Best F1 driver: Vettel, Alonso or Hamilton?

126

WhatsApp double blue tick: useful feature or invasion of privacy?

127

Do you believe in Santa Claus? Should parents make their kids believe in him?

128

Best vacation spots: Ibiza vs Mykonos - Top 10 things to do in these islands

129

Ethical eating: is it wrong to eat meat? Is veganism the only moral option?

130

Giuseppe Verdi or Richard Wagner: the virtuosity of the Italian maestro or the power of the German genius?

131

Driving age debate: what should be the minimum age requirement?

132

Are pharmaceutical companies ethical and concerned about the public good?

133

Love Calcio? Juventus vs Milan vs Inter: which is the best Serie A Team?

134

Should churches be taxed? Is ending tax exemptions for them a good idea?

135

Who will win the Champions League?

136

Does the arms trade do more to harm Human Rights than it does to defend National Security?

137

Are multinational corporations replacing states as the main actors in the international arena?

138

Console wars - Playstation 4 vs Xbox One, which video game should I buy?

139

Tea or coffee: which one do you prefer?

140

PS Vita: Dead or Alive? Will PlayStation Vita eventually become a commercial success?

141

Are dogs better than cats? Which of these furry companions do you prefer?

142

Best fantasy worlds: Lord of the Rings vs Game of Thrones?

143

Twilight vs The Hunger Games: Which film series do you prefer?

144

Should plastic bags be banned or taxed?

145

Which is the best unseen comedy character in TV history?

146

Best Marvel superhero team: Avengers, Fantastic 4 or X-Men?

147

BioWare or Bethesda: which developer designs better RPGs?

148

Who is the best quarterback of all time: Montana, Brady, Unitas, Marino or other?

149

Does beer or wine give you a worse hangover?

150

Which faction in World of Warcraft do you prefer: Alliance or Horde?

151

Which is your favorite Latin dance: salsa, merengue or bachata?

152

US-Cuba relations: is the normalization a victory for Cuban or for US diplomacy?

153

Wittgenstein vs Heidegger: Who was the greatest philosopher of the 20th century?

154

Mercy killing debate: should euthanasia be legalized?

155

Which “fastest man in the World” established the most astonishing records: Jesse Owens, Carl Lewis or Usain Bolt?

156

North London derby: the Arsenal – Tottenham rivalry. Pick your side!

157

Positivism vs post-positivism: Which is the best approach to global politics research?

158

Should our government be permitted to legally spy on us? The privacy vs security dilemma

159

Immigration pros and cons: do you agree with the relaxation of immigration policies?

160

DotA 2 vs League of Legends: which one do you consider the best MOBA game?

161

Is the Erasmus student exchange programme a successful initiative or a waste of money?

162

Pizza wars: Pizza Hut or Domino's Pizza?

163

Most charming comics series: Asterix or Tintin?

164

Emoji in text messages: yes or no?

165

New queen of pop: Katy Perry or Lady Gaga?

166

Is monogamy a natural behavior or a social imposition?

167

In science we trust ... but do you trust scientists?

168

Home or hospital birth? Find out the pros and cons of home birth

169

Is the multicultural state a doomed project in South Korea and Japan? (LSESU Korean Society Lectures)

170

British mystery writers: Agatha Christie vs Arthur Conan Doyle

171

Child-free flights: should airlines offer kid-free zones to their passengers?

172

Heating up: the Qatar 2022 Football World Cup controversy. Play in winter, summer, change host or boycott?

173

Transparency and open data: is your government trying hard enough?

174

Do you think representative democracy is the best form of government?

175

Airbnb pros and cons. Is sharing economy a valid business model or simply unfair competition?

176

Political organization: centralization vs decentralization – which is the best approach?

177

Plastic surgery pros and cons: is it really a good idea?

178

EU freedom of movement: good or bad for Britain?

179

Voting age: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote in the UK? Why?

180

Do weapons of mass destruction (WMD) produce political instability or contribute to peace by deterrence?

181

Should Turkey join the European Union?

182

Do South American countries have the right to exploit the resources of the Amazon rainforest?

183

Best animated series: The Simpsons, South Park or Family Guy?

184

Is fashion worth the high price?

185

Do you think it is silly to type on a smartphone while walking?

186

Rugby World Cup 2015: what team will win?

187

Can the PFLP attack in Jerusalem trigger a revival of revolutionary armed organizations?

188

Who is the best James Bond actor? Pick your favorite 007!

189

Football (soccer) dilemma: what comes first club or country?

190

Is it justified to have guns at home for self-defense?

191

Who will be the first to send humans to Mars: United States, Europe or China?

192

Fyodor Dostoyevsky or Leo Tolstoy: Who is the greatest Russian novelist?

193

Game of Thrones ending: who will win the game of thrones?

194

The school uniforms debate: should students wear uniforms?

195

Gender quotas in politics: an effective tool to empower women?

196

Which Star Wars movie is the best in the original trilogy?

197

Who is the best Doctor Who? Why?

198

Private vs public schools: which type of education do you prefer for your children?

199

Best Picasso paintings poll: which is his ultimate masterpiece?

200

New England Patriots vs New York Jets: which of these AFC East teams do you prefer?

201

Does New Zealand need a new flag? You can vote here before the referendum takes place.

202

Police racism: is the Police a structurally racist institution?

203

Is the world still unipolar? Are we witnessing the end of the US hegemony?

204

Punishment for crimes: should we prioritize retributive or utilitarian justice?

205

What is the worst problem associated with immigrant detention centres?

206

Rules and regulations of football: is the video referee (VAR) a good idea?

207

President Trump pros and cons: will he deliver on his promises?

208

Which cooperative board game do you prefer: Pandemic or Arkham Horror?

209

Fashion capital of the world - Which is the true “fashion city”?

210

Is genetically modified food dangerous? Join the debate on the pros and cons of GMOs

211

How to treat a woman? Is gallantry another form of being macho?

212

Time-wasting websites. Facebook or Twitter: on which do you spend more time?

213

Is Girls as good as Sex and the City?

214

Proportional vs majoritarian: which type of electoral system do you prefer ?

215

Should we care if a film fails the Bechdel test?

216

Is Shakespeare an overrated writer?

217

Should Russell Brand run for mayor of London?

218

Does celebrity advocacy have a positive impact on development projects in African countries?

219

Does living together before marriage strengthen a relationship?

220

The biggest Oscar snubs for best picture: Citizen Kane, Goodfellas, The Shawshank Redemption or Boyhood?

221

Is world population control the best solution to environmental issues?

222

Does age matter in relationships? Is age difference a problem?

223

Is animal testing necessary for the cosmetics industry? Should it be banned?

224

Permanent budget surplus: good house keeping or economic straitjacket?

225

Nike or Adidas: which sports brand do you prefer?

226

Fallout 3 vs Fallout New Vegas: which is the better video game?

227

Major issues in America: Top problem the next US President will face?

228

Vow of celibacy: should priests be allowed to marry?

229

Is it a must to download Windows 10? Big step forward or disappointment?

230

Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Francisco Giants: which of the two baseball teams do you prefer?

231

Is political polarization in America mainly the result of structural changes in society?

232

Does foreign investment in agriculture support sustainable development or is it just "land grabbing"?

233

Gibraltar: Spain or UK? How should the dispute be settled?

234

Uber pros and cons: is it killing the taxi? Is Uber good or bad?

235

Lego vs Playmobil: best toy for kids

236

Burkini pros and cons and ban: Is Islamic swimwear a good idea for Muslim women?

237

Should Tibet be independent from China? Pros and cons of Tibetan independence

238

Surrogacy pros and cons - Should commercial surrogacy be legal?

239

Uber business model - Is Uber an online intermediary or a transportation service provider?

240

Laws on alcohol consumption: should they be more restrictive?

241

Best multiplayer experience: Call of Duty Ghosts or Battlefield 4?

242

Same sex marriage debate: Should it be legalized?

243

Was the PPACA healthcare reform ("Obamacare") good? Pros and cons

244

Negan vs The Governor: who is the best villain in The Walking Dead?

245

What do you think of the restrictions in Magic tournaments on the use of cards from older editions?

246

Ray William Johnson or Steve Kardynal: which of the two youtubers do you prefer?

247

Coffee, with or without milk?

248

Which do you think is the most iconic handbag: the Hermes' Birkin or Chanel 2.55?

249

French, Italian or Spanish, which European cuisine is the best?

250

Attack on Titan vs Naruto - which manga and anime series is better?

251

The political satirists battle: Stephen Colbert vs Jon Stewart

252

Best 1980s NBA player: Larry Bird or Magic Johnson?

253

FIFA vs Pro Evolution Soccer: best football video game franchise?

254

Does Europe need more austerity?

255

Best "starchitect": Calatrava, Foster or Gehry?

256

Margaret Atwood and Alice Munro: who is the most fascinating Canadian writter?

257

The ultimate Renaissance artist: Da Vinci or Michelangelo?

258

Should a non professional photographer upgrade into a full frame digital camera?

259

iPhone 6 pros and cons: Do you think this Apple device is an achievement or a disappointment?

260

Will free-to-play (F2P) with microtransactions in games dominate the future of online gaming?

261

Indie or AAA, which video games are most beneficial for the future of the industry?

262

Are universities excessively permissive with sexist and homophobic behavior among students?

263

MIT vs Stanford: Which American tech university do you think is more influential?

264

Is Transparency International's index (CPI) a valid measure of corruption?

265

Is justice too permissive with police misconduct and brutality?

266

Halo vs Call of Duty: what is the best first-person shooter (FPS) series?

267

Vaping pros and cons: Do electronic cigarettes pose a higher health risk than tobacco cigarettes?

268

Which is the coolest Dragon Ball series: the original, DBZ or Dragon Ball GT?

269

50 Shades of Grey: empowering story of kinky sex or abusive relationship?

270

Beyoncé: feminist role model?

271

Future of Africa: next big world player?

272

Did Terry Pratchett's Discworld books inaugurate a new genre, comic fantasy, or are they simply good reads?

273

Barefoot running: is it really that good or just a fad?

274

PC vs Console gaming: which format would you recommend?

275

Retirement age debate: should it be raised or lowered?

276

Emotional infidelity and betrayal debate: Is kissing cheating?

277

Is world peace possible without any armies?

278

Rossi vs Lorenzo vs Marquez: best motorcycle racer debate

279

Dukan vs Atkins diet plans - How to lose weight more effectively?

280

Does the lack of ethics in politics reflect our own lack of ethics?

281

Best RPG video game series: Dragon Age, The Witcher or Elder Scrolls?

282

Constitutional Convention: Should the UK have a codified constitution written by citizens?

283

Best eurogame: Agricola, Caverna, Puerto Rico or Terra Mystica?

284

Miley Cyrus vs Nicki Minaj: who is a better artist overall?

285

Tekken vs Street Fighter vs Mortal Kombat: the best fighting game franchise of all time is ...

286

Worst American President before Donald Trump era?

287

Are long prison sentences an effective way to reduce crime?

288

Global financial crisis 2016: Is Brexit bringing recession and contagion?

289

Free roaming in Europe: Is 90 days per year a reasonable time limit?

290

Top 10 board game designers: Who deserves to be considered the best?

291

Under surveillance - Should police monitor you on social media?

292

Police body cameras pros and cons - Can bodycams prevent unjustified police killings?

293

Which city would you prefer for a romantic getaway: Paris or Venice?

294

Travolta's most iconic dance scene

295

Will Virtual reality change the way we play video games?

296

Hipster look: is there such a thing or is it a creative way of expressing oneself?

297

Best Spanish archipelago for holidays: Canary or Balearic Islands?

298

Is Cara Delevingne worth the media hype?

299

Digital vs physical copies of video games: which format do you prefer to purchase?

300

Which cricket bowling technique do you prefer to watch: spin or fast?