Why conspiracy theories about Malala won’t go away
Pakistanis have reason to mistrust the actions of governments, but this risks obscuring a very real need to fight for education and against extremism, writes Samira Shackle
Politics & Conflict
Christian newspaper must not use the word “Allah”, rules Malaysian court, and other stories – our morning round-up
Christian newspaper must not use the word “Allah”, rules court in Malaysia Three Muslim judges in Malaysia’s appeals court ruled that the word is specific to Muslims and may not…
Fortress Europe hasn’t deterred refugees – they just take more dangerous routes
As Greece has tightened its borders, many migrants make perilous journeys through the Balkans, writes Apostolis Fotiadis
Leaders of the far-right English Defence League announce they are quitting the group (but not islamophobia)
This morning, the Quilliam Foundation announced that the leaders of the far-right English Defence League, which holds anti-Muslim street protests, are quitting the group. The anti-racist organisation Hope not Hate…
Pakistan bombings are an attack on everyday life
This morning's explosion near an anti-polio vaccination drive in Peshawar is the latest high-profile attack in Pakistan. The targets of the attacks may vary but the goal is always the…
Dozens killed in Egypt clashes, and other stories – our morning round-up
Dozens of protesters killed as rival factions tear Cairo apart At least 51 people have died in clashes between opponents and supporters of ousted Islamist president Mohamed Morsi, as rival…
Mission Accomplished? Syria, the antiwar movement, and the spirit of internationalism
The American peace movement have claimed a major victory following the US decision not to pursue military intervention in Syria. This is to be welcomed, but activists must not sidestep…
Bogus bomb detectors still in use in Iraq, and other stories – our morning round-up
Iraq still using bogus bomb detectors Bomb detectors with no scientific basis, sold by convicted British fraudster James McCormick, are still in use in Iraq, where 979 were killed by…
Come to daddy, says David Cameron: political language unmasked
Critical discourse analyst Johnny Unger looks at the rhetorical tricks used today in the Conservative leader's conference speech.
Britain’s fear of being seen as a soft touch has led to inhumane asylum policies
Theresa May's immigration bill continues a worrying trend pursued by all political parties, writes Samira Shackle.