1. The rise of Arab atheism

Across the Middle East, governments are cracking down on non-belief. But Arab atheists are becoming more visible, as Brian Whitaker reports.

2. What a way to make a living

Today, our sense of identity is intimately linked to our work. It’s a dangerous trend, warns the Italian philosopher Bifo. Emma Dowling explores.

3. Salò: The unseen movie

Pasolini’s shocking film, Salò, was banned in the UK for 25 years. But if we can’t laugh at it, says Peter Salmon, we are missing the point.

4. Into the woods

Ken Worpole on how the rise in “natural” burials has given architects an opportunity to rethink the way humans relate to the environment.

5. Forgiveness in a vengeful age

Marina Cantacuzino brings together victims and perpetrators of crime. Convicted murderer Erwin James talks to her to find out what he can learn.

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