We publish New Humanist, a quarterly journal of ideas, science and culture.

Out now – featuring Richard Scorer on the QAnon conspiracy cult, Nicola Cutcher on the left’s empathy blindspot and Evan Smith on the free speech myth. 

The hype over possible phosphine on Venus has overshadowed an uncomfortable reality.

Scientists have identified a number of novel species of bacteria and fungi that have the ability to break down PET, a common type of plastic.

A consultation on independent educational institutions in England could help crack down on religious schools that put children at risk.

Carlo Acutis, a computer whizz who catalogued 'miracles' online, has been beatified by the Catholic Church.

A "sky mining facility" claims to be making the world's first zero-impact lab diamonds.

Momo, the Slender Man, a jpg that drives its viewers insane: the online world is crawling with monsters. Dr Vivian Asimos has made it her mission to understand them.

Q&A with Alice Roberts and Andrew Copson on "The Little Book of Humanism: Universal lessons on finding purpose, meaning and joy".

Nearly 30 years after the destruction of the mosque by Hindu fanatics, the court judgment confirms fears for India’s future.

The pandemic has accelerated a trend ongoing for centuries. Let’s call it what it is: alienation.

Five years after the deadly attack on the Charlie Hebdo magazine, trials have begun. Is it still meaningful to say "Je Suis Charlie"?

Q&A with William Davies, author of "This Is Not Normal: The Collapse of Liberal Britain".

Q&A with Jonathan M. Berman, author of "Anti-vaxxers: How to Challenge a Misinformed Movement".