This International Literacy Day, Natasha Moore celebrates the fact that the goal of universal literacy is so widely held, and ferociously pursued.
This International Literacy Day, Natasha Moore celebrates the fact that the goal of universal literacy is so widely held, and ferociously pursued.
Natasha Moore ponders what 14th-century anchoress Julian of Norwich might teach us about holding onto hope in difficult times.
Tim Costello reflects on the lockdown blues, pandemic pressures, and the one thing that’s renewing his hope in this difficult time.
Simon Smart on why we should stop saying “you can achieve anything you want if you just try hard”.
You’re 30 and feeling meh about life. Bridie Jabour, The Guardian’s opinion editor, knows your pain.
Mark Stephens ponders the irony of John Lennon’s song “Imagine” featuring in the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics.
Simon Smart reflects on the findings of a recent report by the Anglican Church of Australia into domestic abuse within its ranks.
Justine Toh reflects on the ethical complexities of COVID restrictions.
After the EURO 2020 final, Simon Smart ponders the “religious transformation” taking place in football (and elsewhere) in the UK.
Tim Costello reflects on Ash Barty’s historic Wimbledon win, the EURO final, and the important difference between patriotism and nationalism.
Anna Grummitt on the latest COVID lockdowns across Australia – and what might be a better response than blaming others.
Natasha Moore reflects on the startling theme of this year’s Dark Mofo festival in Hobart: Come to the Cross.
