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Compare and contrast scenes of the Balkan migrant crisis over the past two years.
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IBTimes UK looks back at the political reign of David Cameron, UK Prime Minister 2010-2016.
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The red wine flows in city ahead of the running of the bulls.
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Stunning photos raise awareness of issues like sustainable development, pollution and human rights.