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‘Cleared for take-off’:Who keeps us safe in the skies?

We’re told flying is safe and the statistics confirm it. So why are there still mishaps? And what happens behind the scenes when an engine goes “bang”?

  • byAngus Holland andJackson Graham

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‘She read the book’:Why Queen Camilla rejected one of the world’s most famous jewels

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The polls say it’s neck and neck. But can you even trust them?

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