Who are state schools for?
The Archbishop of Westminster says parents have a right to expect the state to fund religious education. Meanwhile, research reveals faith schools top the "most socially-exclusive" state schools list.
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Ed Miliband goes for the informal approach: political language unmasked
Critical discourse analyst Johnny Unger looks at the rhetorical tricks used yesterday in the Labour leader's conference speech.
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A scientist's job is to question our assumptions about the world, not unthinkingly repeat them
If the "reality" of your event is that you haven't invited any women, then address the failing, writes Alice Bell
Will the Greek government ban Golden Dawn?
Interview: author Dimitris Psarras tells us about the rise of far-right extremism in Greece
Most Pakistanis are horrified at attacks on Christians - now it's time to speak out
Sunday’s bombing highlights the dire reality faced by religious minorities in the country, writes Samira Shackle
PM Tony Abbott starts conservative reforms in Australia
After one day in the office, the newly appointed Prime Minister has angered scientists, women and gay people
In Quebec, some religious symbols are more equal than others
A proposed charter of secular values has sparked protest from citizens who feel it unfairly targets ethnic minorities
Nick Clegg plays the victim card: political language unmasked
Critical discourse analyst Johnny Unger looks at the rhetorical tricks used today in the Lib Dem leader's conference speech.
Some clarity on the veil “debate”
Recognise islamophobia for what it is, don't exclude people and don't hide from difficult questions, writes Daniel Trilling
