Despite arguments that young children have enjoyed Jane Eyre for 150 years, the Victorians were much more concerned about the novel’s influence than universities are today.
NFTs Are, Quite Simply, Bullshit
NFTs are emblematic of capitalism’s growing retreat from productive activity — and the wealthy’s desire to extend their dominion into the digital ether. They’re worse than useless.
From Pop Stars to Journalists, Leading Turkish Women Under Attack
The jailing of prominent journalist Sedef Kabas and threats against famous pop diva Sezen Aksu are stirring controversy in Erdogan's Turkey. It's part of a trend that brings Islamists …
A Shudder and a Shiver
A poem on when a shudder and a shiver met one day.
Despite Underlying Sorrow, ‘The Tender Bar’ Is a Funny, Moving Portrait of Growing Up and Finding Home
'The Tender Bar' is truly universal, understanding two key facets of broken childhood: a kid’s growing confusion and relentless fight.
The Indian Government’s Worrying Penchant for Blocking Our Content
As India celebrates its 73rd Republic Day, data reflects an alarming spike in the number of online posts which the government wants removed.
Meat Loaf – A Complicated Musical Giant
Hits like 'Bat of Hell' and 'I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t do That)' characterise a career of risk-taking and genre-bending that also saw some spectacular lows.
Dance of Democracy
'it's time to raise our voice, it's time to make a change'.
Taking Responsibility for the Death of a Kitten
How I learnt that cats don't necessarily have nine lives.
When My Ears Bleed
I wonder how many of us share the anguish of having to witness a hypocritical spectacle of celebrations to mark Republic Day when the Republic itself is bleeding.