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Africa had cycling history and massive potential—but development wasn’t what it could be in Rwanda and other promising regions.

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So far it is not promising wholesale scrapping and rebuilding of how Wales works - something they think is risky in the current financial climate - although the party stresses it will still offer "radical" policies.

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But while the signs are promising, Rebecka is cautious when asked if she is feeling confident.

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England's swaggering performance, which followed a 5-0 demolition of Serbia in a crucial World Cup qualifier in September, was a promising sign as they gear up for next year's World Cup.

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Both Linda and her daughter find themselves apologizing for things they can’t control, promising to each other that they want to get better — to be better.

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