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

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

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

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

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

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Should animals be banned in the circus?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Torture pros and cons: Is torture ever acceptable?

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Should drugs be legalized? Legalization pros and cons

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

25

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

26

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

27

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Reasons for school shootings: why are they so frequent?

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

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

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Should gorillas be banned in zoos?

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

38

Dolphins in captivity: should dolphinariums be banned?

39

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

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

41

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

42

Most informative social network: Facebook, reddit or Twitter?

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

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

45

Should cannabis be legalized?

46

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

47

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

48

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

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

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

51

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

52

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

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

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Best grunge band: Nirvana or Pearl Jam?

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Ferrari vs Lamborghini: best Italian luxury sports car?

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

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

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

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Genetic engineering debate: Should human cloning be legal?

60

Who will win the UEFA Euro 2016?

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

62

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

63

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

64

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

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

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Most influential philosopher in contemporary thinking: Kant or Hegel?

67

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

68

Should the Supreme Courts justices be elected or appointed?

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Should the UK government encourage or stop fracking?

70

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

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

72

Is affirmative action a good approach against discrimination?

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

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Should Scotland be an independent country?

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

76

Keynes vs Friedman: who was the most influential economist?

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

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

79

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

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Should we rebel against the system with Flatpack Democracy?

81

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

82

Pros and cons of marriage: is marriage outdated?

83

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

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

85

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

86

Best rock band: The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?

87

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

88

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

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Best animated movies: Disney or Ghibli?

90

Should prostitution be legalized? Pros and cons of legalization

91

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

92

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

93

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

94

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

95

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

96

Do you think dogs should be allowed on the beach?

97

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

98

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

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

100

NAFTA pros and cons: is NAFTA good or bad?

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

102

Should size zero models be banned?

103

Paris or London, which city is more exciting?

104

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

105

Should Ukraine be invited to join the EU?

106

European financial crisis: Will the Euro collapse?

107

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

108

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

109

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

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Best internet browser: Chrome, Firefox or Explorer?

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

112

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

113

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

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

115

Who will win the Champions League?

116

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

117

Canon vs Nikon: Which is the best camera brand?

118

Tea or coffee: which one do you prefer?

119

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

120

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

121

Should plastic bags be banned or taxed?

122

Which is the best unseen comedy character in TV history?

123

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

124

BioWare or Bethesda: which developer designs better RPGs?

125

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

126

Does beer or wine give you a worse hangover?

127

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

128

Where do you find better deals on Amazon or eBay?

129

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

130

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

131

Mercy killing debate: should euthanasia be legalized?

132

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

133

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

134

Are pharmaceutical companies ethical and concerned about the public good?

135

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

136

Technological unemployment: Is technology destroying jobs or creating them?

137

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

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

139

Pizza wars: Pizza Hut or Domino's Pizza?

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

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

142

Emoji in text messages: yes or no?

143

New queen of pop: Katy Perry or Lady Gaga?

144

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

145

Best F1 driver: Vettel, Alonso or Hamilton?

146

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

147

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

148

British mystery writers: Agatha Christie vs Arthur Conan Doyle

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

150

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

151

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

152

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

153

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

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

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

156

EU freedom of movement: good or bad for Britain?

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

158

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

159

Should Turkey join the European Union?

160

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

161

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

162

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

163

Is monogamy a natural behavior or a social imposition?

164

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

165

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

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

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

168

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

169

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

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

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

172

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

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

174

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

175

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

176

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

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

178

Best Picasso paintings poll: which is his ultimate masterpiece?

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

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

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Police racism: is the Police a structurally racist institution?

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

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What is the worst problem associated with immigrant detention centres?

184

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

185

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

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

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

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

189

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

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

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

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

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

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Rugby World Cup 2015: what team will win?

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

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Is Shakespeare an overrated writer?

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

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

199

Does living together before marriage strengthen a relationship?

200

The school uniforms debate: should students wear uniforms?

201

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

202

Is world population control the best solution to environmental issues?

203

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

204

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

205

Nike or Adidas: which sports brand do you prefer?

206

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

207

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

208

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

209

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

210

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

211

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

212

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

213

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

214

Lego vs Playmobil: best toy for kids

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

216

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

217

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

218

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

219

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

220

Coffee, with or without milk?

221

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

222

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

223

The political satirists battle: Stephen Colbert vs Jon Stewart

224

Canadian Hockey: Montreal Canadiens or Toronto Maple Leafs?

225

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

226

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

227

The ultimate Renaissance artist: Da Vinci or Michelangelo?

228

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

229

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

230

Should we care if a film fails the Bechdel test?

231

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

232

Should Russell Brand run for mayor of London?

233

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

234

Is justice too permissive with police misconduct and brutality?

235

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

236

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

237

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

238

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

239

Beyoncé: feminist role model?

240

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

241

Retirement age debate: should it be raised or lowered?

242

Emotional infidelity and betrayal debate: Is kissing cheating?

243

Is world peace possible without any armies?

244

Permanent budget surplus: good house keeping or economic straitjacket?

245

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

246

Who is the best Doctor Who? Why?

247

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

248

Manga vs American comics: which is better?

249

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

250

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

251

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

252

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

253

Worst American President before Donald Trump era?

254

Are long prison sentences an effective way to reduce crime?

255

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

256

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

257

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

258

Under surveillance - Should police monitor you on social media?

259

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

260

Surrogacy pros and cons - Should commercial surrogacy be legal?

261

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

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

263

Laws on alcohol consumption: should they be more restrictive?

264

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

265

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

266

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

267

Travolta's most iconic dance scene

268

Will Virtual reality change the way we play video games?

269

Is fashion worth the high price?

270

Best Spanish archipelago for holidays: Canary or Balearic Islands?

271

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

272

Does Europe need more austerity?

273

Most charming comics series: Asterix or Tintin?

274

Your ideal garden: flowers or vegetables?

275

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

276

Should member states transfer more powers to the EU Parliament? Should the EP be strengthened?

277

Copyright protection: should it be reduced or strengthened?

278

Picasso or Dalí: who is your preferred Spanish painter of the 20th century?

279

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

280

Apple Watch: failure or success? Will this smartwatch revolutionize wearables?

281

Dealing with rejection in dating - What is the best way to turn down a date?

282

We tortured some folks: Will the Senate report on the CIA's torture hurt the US?

283

Pedro Almodovar best movies - Which period do you prefer: the earlier/crazier films or the later/serious ones?

284

Taxing wealth: the return of the politics of envy?

285

Is the publication of leaked private emails justified for the purpose of information?

286

Was yielding to blackmail and cancelling The Interview an act of cowardice from Sony?

287

American, European or Asian cars?

288

Pros and cons of co-sleeping: is it good to have the children sleeping in their parents' bed?

289

Movies with twist endings: The Sixth Sense, The Empire Strikes Back, Planet of the Apes, Fight Club and Usual Suspects. Which is your favourite?

290

Measuring poverty in the 21st century: Are “thick” measures better than “thin?”

291

History of art: figurative vs abstract art movements

292

Capitalism vs socialism: is Marxism relevant today?

293

Best romantic gifts for her: lingerie, perfume, jewellery, dinner or flowers?

294

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

295

Are entrepreneurs born or made? Do universities foster or kill the entrepreneurial spirit?

296

Future of Africa: next big world player?

297

Ultimate source of energy: the sun? Solar energy pros and cons

298

French bulldog, pug or chihuahua: Best toy dog?

299

New claims for German World War Two reparations to Greece: a fair request or an attempt to instrumentalize history?

300

Is it ok to be late?