Society
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USA abuzz with Meghan’s presidential plans
Is it possible to forecast the future? Meghan Markle may one day run to be US president – if you believe the rumours. Tempted to scoff? Many stranger things have happened, say the experts.
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The 16 words that will haunt Boris Johnson
Are capitalism and altruism compatible? Boris Johnson let slip that he thinks greed is the key to Britain’s successful vaccination programme. A shocking thought – but could it be true?
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Women’s football celebrates a TV triumph
Can it be as entertaining as men’s? Yesterday the BBC and Sky announced that they will pay millions of pounds to show top matches on TV, raising hopes that equality is not far off.
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Chilled out Finns are world’s happiest people
Should all countries be more like Finland? The Scandinavian state has been named the world’s happiest nation – again. Now some say we could all learn from the Nordic way of life.
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Welcome to spring, season of love and hope!
Shouldn’t New Year's Day be on the first day of spring? After all, it is the season of new beginnings – and is proven to be a time when we are generally happier and at our most energetic.
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Gaming industry moves to trans inclusivity
Does gaming need to be more inclusive? A new Harry Potter game will allow players to create trans characters. But some say it is just a small step for an industry that needs radical change.
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Voldemort to bring poet TS Eliot back to life
Can a 78-year-old poem have lessons for modern society? The Harry Potter star will perform Eliot’s late masterwork, Four Quartets, with its profound messages about memory and civilisation.
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Tsunami of anger over treatment of women
Are new laws the right way to tackle the problem? As testimonials of abuse flood social media and protesters take to the streets, everyone seems to agree things need to change. But how?
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Virtual Earth to test planet-saving science
THE GREEN REVOLUTION: 3/5 Science. Can science solve climate change? From dimming the sun to placing giant mirrors in the desert, some incredible projects are nearing completion.
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Beyoncé wins record-breaking 28th Grammy
Do songs tell us who we are? After Beyoncé’s triumph at the Grammys on Sunday night, some think she is the latest in a long line of artists to channel the spirit of her time.
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Harassment is human rights crisis: UN agency
Do ALL men need to change? As a police officer is arrested over the disappearance of a London woman, some say it is time for men everywhere to act to prevent gender violence.
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Meghan fallout fuels calls for a republic
Is it time to abolish the monarchy? As the Royal Family is rocked by allegations of racism and emotional neglect, some are asking if it is time to tear it down and start all over again.
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Racism ‘large part’ of why we left, says Duke
Is Britain a racist country? As Harry and Meghan talk openly about the prejudice they faced in the UK, many say it is time to take a good, hard look at the country’s relationship with race.
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Two hours that rocked the UK’s ship of state
Will the Queen be “Elizabeth the last”? Britain has plunged into its most serious debate about the purpose, rights and future of the monarchy since the abdication of Edward VIII in 1936.
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Quiet authority that made this woman a star
Are women better leaders than men? As the world celebrates International Women’s Day today, one very modern feminist icon hopes her new dance song will promote a message of diversity.