News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors do you think to influence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news? Would it be better if more good news was reported?
International travel sometimes makes people prejudiced rather than broad minded. What may be the reasons for this? What can people do to improve their understanding of the countries they visit?
Many people are optimistic about the 21st century and see it as an opportunity to make a positive change in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with their optimism? What changes would you like to be made in the century?
As major cities around the world are growing, so are their problems. What are these problems for young people living in cities? What are possible solutions to these problems?
Some education systems make students focus on certain subjects at the age of 15, while others require students to study a wide range of subjects until they leave school. What are the benefits of each system? Which is better?
People in many countries are spending more and more time away from their families. Why is this happening? How does this affect people and their families?
Many people believe that today there is a general increase in anti-social behavior and lack of respect for others. What might have caused this situation? How to improve it?