A snapshot of humanism in Nigeria
The tale of a funeral in rural Nigeria provides a fascinating insight into humanism in Africa
Faith & Religion
Book review: Christianophobia by Rupert Shortt
If you thought the idea of 'Christianophobia' was simply the paranoid ramblings of beleaguered believers, think again, says Richard Wilson
I love Dawkins but I think he’s wrong
Science and religion are the most potent forces in the world, says ex-monk, but still Catholic Thomas Jackson, who thinks that that science is now discovering what religion has known…
When debate with the religious is pointless
Unlike some atheists, I think that debate between the faithful and faithless can be fruitful. But after appearing at an event alongside a pair of Muslim speakers last week, I'm…
Is “New Atheism” dead?
Catholic Herald columnist Ed West argues that "New Atheism" has failed and is on the wane. Is it really?
Christian Easter eggs hit supermarket shelves
Major UK supermarket chains stock ethical Christian chocolate eggs following lobbying campaign by Church figures
Book review: The Church Of Fear: Inside The Weird World Of Scientology
The Church of Scientology almost scuppered the career of BBC reporter John Sweeney. He gets his own back with this brave and blackly comic book, says Andrew Mueller
Race for the Papacy 2013 Sweepstake
As Pope Benedict XVI steps down and the race for the top job begins, a Papal Conclave simply wouldn't be the same without a sweepstake. As well as having a…
Scientology launches TV advertising campaign in UK
A TV ad for Scientology, broadcast on ITV, calls on potential members to open their minds and dare to think for themselves
Islam’s evolution problem
Can Islam and evolution be reconciled? Alom Shaha meets the scientists who are trying to do just that