Ten contradictions associated with what we commonly think of as liberalism – in no particular order. We’ve applied analysis, speculation and eye-rolling in liberal doses.
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Our bodies undergo a tremendous amount of change throughout our life. Music heard in adulthood is never quite as good as that discovered in youth and food never matches the love and comfort of a parent or grandparent’s particular method for combining the ingredients of your favourite dish.
Here are a few lessons from the year the Earth stood still.
Creativity and innovative thought have been essential tools for the flourishing of human culture and civilisation. But originality, imagination and pioneering cultural products require serious effort and hard work. So why not simply copy others or just buy the signs of sophistication.
In approaching the possibilities of artificial intelligence, we must first ask: how is it born, and how does it grow up? Then, what purpose(s) might it serve?
Our list of some noteworthy relics for you to seek out.
One-hit wonders are disappointing occurrences. A new artist breaks onto the scene with a fresh and innovative sound. Much excitement abounds as they capture the zeitgeist for all of five seconds, only to flounder at any attempt to replicate success.
Here are the Top Seven hindrances in the fight against climate collapse.
You might be thinking it’s time to visit ‘Africa’, the place of wonder. But before you set out on your journey, here’s a handy guide.
Ten emerging issues that will play a large role in the tomorrow of Muslims around the world.