Opinion
Editorials, columns, and commentary
39 articles
The Obsidian-Black Nemesis: Inside Rob Crossanβs Domestic War with Satan the Cat
A husband, a wife, and a cat that refuses to coexist. Rob Crossan recounts the scars left by a feline's relentless spite...
Beyond the Equinox: Navigating a Season of Retrogrades and Power Shifts
From the balance of Libra to the intensity of Scorpio, a series of planetary movements suggests a volatile period for re...
Beyond the Oreo Ban: The Blurred Lines of Parental Policing and AI-Generated Drama
A viral dispute over cookies in school lunchboxes has sparked a debate on parental boundaries and the rise of manufactur...
The Security Trap: Peter Hitchens on the Permanent Shadow of 9/11
A look at how a single day of horror transformed Western legal systems and airport terminals into zones of state repress...
The Hamlet Test: Does Individual Genius or Environmental Luck Drive History?
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jared Diamond weighs the impact of singular leaders against the crushing weight of hist...
The Mud and the Myth: Is the UK Trading Infrastructure for Climate Alarmism?
An analysis of how 'climate whiplash' and color-coded warnings may be masking basic government negligence in the United ...
The August 28 Pisces Lunar Eclipse: A Cosmic Deadline for Personal Audits
As a "supercharged full moon" approaches, the August 28 eclipse promises a volatile mix of career breakthroughs and rela...
August 23 Astrology: Navigating Capricorn Tensions and a New Solar Cycle
A shift in the Sun's position signals a month of growth, but morning volatility warns against clashes with authority.
The Luxury Lie: Palmerβs Guide to Overrated Hype
From Β£80 Chardonnay in the Maldives to the 'sea-snail foam' of tasting menus, Palmer dismantles the modern status symbol...
Eclipse Aftermath: Navigating the Scorpio Moon and Virgo Season Shift
As the dust settles from the recent eclipse, a sequence of lunar transitions promises to test emotional resilience befor...
The Ambition Trap: Balancing Jupiter's Confidence with Corporate Humility
A new astrological forecast warns that while professional stars are aligning, over-assertiveness could derail career gai...
The Moral Plate: Tom Parker Bowles on the Ethics of Taste
From the cruelty of foie gras to the "burnt rubber" of fake meat, Tom Parker Bowles explores where culinary pleasure mee...
Steak, AI, and 'Nonnamaxxing': The Friction of Modern Domesticity
From dietary disputes over red meat to the battle against AI misinformation, one woman's domestic life mirrors a wider c...
The Friction of Modernity: From Lunar Insomnia to Utility Failures
Alexandra Shulman examines the growing disconnect between modern services and consumer expectations, from broken utility...
Beyond the Ego: Navigating the July 29 Aquarius Full Moon
A celestial tug-of-war between individual ambition and community needs arrives this month. Here is how the stars are ali...
The "Last Baby" Paradox: Why Maternal Favoritism Often Targets the Youngest
A mother of five explores the complex emotional realities of favoring her youngest son, Benny, amidst the chaos of a lar...
Secrets, Subsidies, and Social Boundaries: The Ethics of the 'Harmless' Lie
From secret phone numbers to hidden rent checks, Jane Green dissects the fragile line between loyalty and deception in m...
The Cost of Complicity: Navigating the Gray Areas of Loyalty and Lies
From emotional infidelity to financial deception, Jane Green's latest advice column highlights the fragile boundary betw...
Beyond Political Correctness: The Call for Intellectual Independence
A new critique argues that universities have become ideological echo chambers, urging the next generation to defend thei...
Beyond the Wedding Veil: Liz Jones on Anxiety, Hearing Loss, and New Beginnings
A wedding at Hever Castle becomes a turning point for Liz Jones as she reflects on lost moments and the courage to recon...
The 'Vino-Signalling' Trap: Why Britain Brushes Off the Costs of Casual Drinking
From Steven Bartlett's productivity hacks to the biological reality of menopause, a new conversation is emerging about t...
A Life of Simple Joys: Unpacking the Habits of a Contented Soul
Discover the everyday routines that bring happiness and relaxation to one person's life, from skincare to tea time.
The Return of the Drink: A Sober Mind's Dilemma
After 18 months of sobriety, a woman makes a conscious decision to drink again, sparking a journey of self-discovery and...
The New Yorker's Identity Crisis
Jennifer Lopez's comment sparks a heated debate about what it means to be a true New Yorker.
Why a New Book Urges Readers to Ditch Competition and Embrace Ordinariness
A fresh title,β―The Courage to Be Ordinary, argues that letting go of constant rivalry can boost peace and performance.
From GirlβBoss Grind to ThirdβAct Freedom: Lessons from the New Guard Summit
A personal account shows how a Berkshire summit is reshaping ambition for women beyond the hustle culture.
The Royal Treatment: Why We Need to Let Children Be Children
A commentary on the criticism of Lilibet's fifth birthday photos, arguing that children should be allowed to be carefree...
The Double Standard of Sympathy: Adoption vs. Addiction
Tyler and Catelynn Baltimore expose the stark contrast in public reaction to two personal crises involving women who hav...
The Unseen Consequences of a Cautionary Tale
A reader's confession sparks a warning about the perils of pursuing a relationship outside of marriage.
How Tiny Choices Echo Through the Cosmos, Says Astrophysicist
An astrophysicist links the planetβs subtle motions to everyday decisions, urging readers to see small acts as catalysts...