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Liverpool steps in to host Eurovision Song Contest
Last year's winners from Ukraine are unable to host in-country this year due to ongoing conflict with Russia, so Liverpool is stepping in. To learn more about it, The World's Carol Hills spoke to Dr. Eurovision, himself, Paul Jordan.
Gil Scott-Heron 'was first and foremost an activist,' fellow poet says
The University of Liverpool new master’s makes a whole degree of Beatlemania
Fury cross the Mersey: Liverpool loses world heritage status
As racist incidents mount, European soccer officials vow to do more
Sanctions are ‘dead end’ for middle-class Iranians risking life for asylum
Iranians are risking their lives to cross the English Channel in inflatable boats, pushed by the worsening economic and political situation in Iran. Many are from Iran's middle class, but international sanctions on the country have stymied their hopes for the future. "Because of sanctions, people are at a dead end."
United States? Italy? England? How do you choose which team to cheer for?
Who do you root for in the upcoming World Cup? The World's soccer editor, William Troop, and Roger Bennett of the soccer podcast Men in Blazers offer suggestions on choosing a team that might be a little off the beaten path.
Watch the soccer injury that might change the rules of the game
Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris of the Totteham Hotspur took a knee to the head in a recent match, and lost consciousness briefly. Instead of removing him from the game, his coach kept him in.
On a South Pacific island, a British prince is a god
The British royal family occupies an odd spot in popular culture. Queen Elizabeth II has been on the throne for decades, Princess Diana was adored until her death, and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge — better known as Prince William and Kate — have their every move followed. But Prince Philip, who doesn't often receive such adoration, may have the most interesting story.
Here's the story behind the 'most kissed face' in the world
The CPR training mannequin Rescue Annie has been kissed millions of times around the world. But the face isn't merely some computer animation — it's believed to be based on the face of a woman pulled out of Paris' Seine River back in the 1880s. While that's the official story, and believed to be true, dozens (or more) other versions have also popped up.
Video: Giant Puppets Invade Liverpool for 'Sea Odyssey'
A street festival featuring giant marionettes is taking place this weekend in Liverpool, England. Lisa Mullins talks with Liverpool City Council's Judith Feather about the spectacle.
London neighborhoods bracing for more riots
Thousands of additional police will be on the streets of London Tuesday night as riots engulfed many of London's neighborhoods.
Wayne Coyne of the Flaming Lips talks success, scandal
Long-time frontman Wayne Coyne of the Flaming Lips looks back on his colorful career in alternative music.
John Lennon: 'Nowhere Boy' to 'Nowhere Man'
'Nowhere Boy,' stars Kristin Scott Thomas (as Aunt Mimi) and Aaron Johnson (as young John Lennon). Both join us in studio to talk about the film, John Lennon, Liverpool, and the Beatles.