Humanist heavyweights
New books by Richard Dawkins and AC Grayling explore science and philosophy in different ways.
Rationalism, Atheism & Humanism
What does 2016 hold for humanist causes?
The current government has shown little appetite for change on outdated religious diktats - but there is cause for optimism in the activity of civil society.
Persecution of non-believers is on the rise worldwide
This year's annual Freedom of Thought report paints a bleak picture of jihadist violence and state repression.
What place is there for faith in public life?
A new report suggests that Britain's public policy needs a major overhaul to adjust to a society of many religions and none.
Why charity isn’t just for Christians – if you’re a student, here’s how to take part
Part of the humanist world view is to understand that we have a moral responsibility to our fellow beings.
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A deadly battle of ideas: murder in Bangladesh
The vicious murders of four atheist bloggers in Bangladesh are only the latest acts of violence against unbelievers in the country.
Bangladeshi militant group publishes international hitlist of secularists
The list names secularist writers and activists in the UK, Germany, US, Canada, and Sweden.
Indian rationalist murdered at his home
Dr Malleshappa Kalburgi, who had received threats from Hindu hardline groups, shot dead.
The Autumn 2015 New Humanist is out now!
Murder in Bangladesh; Julian Baggini gives a sermon; cities of the future; Frank Wilczek on physics; the strange death of TV satire; and more...
Into the woods
The rise in “natural” burials has given architects an opportunity to rethink the way humans relate to the environment.