Society
Why are we asking AI all our silly questions when our partners have all the answers?
Last week, while catching up with a friend under the low lights of an east London restaurant, she suddenly announced that she had split up with her partner (writes Rory Jones). A four-year relationship,…
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Unlike my handwriting, the Republican politicisation of penmanship does make sense
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Australia wants tech giants to fund journalism – but is it too little, too late?
The country’s efforts to rein in the tech giants and safeguard journalism for the sake of democracy is a noble endeavour – but the dice are stacked in the social-media giants’ favour.
To see the real Bangkok, head to Lumphini Park at 06.00
This century-old park is a microcosm of the Thai capital and ideal in the early hours – there are few better places to exercise, get breakfast or start your day
In the era of faceless phone snatchers, I miss the chutzpah of the old-school con man
These days, scams tend to come via our digital devices. But I like my swindles street side and in person
‘Kolay gelsin’ is Turkey’s great societal leveller. English-language cities should take note.
There's power in a good phrase, especially when it acts as a social leveller in our increasingly anonymised cities.
Why ancient wisdom is the ultimate shield against modern noise
The modern Stoic Tom Hodgkinson on training our minds to transcend anxiety.
What is national pride? A new survey suggests that it’s more personal than political
The Pew Research Center survey of 25 countries reveals what truly sparks national pride. The answers often focus on cultural output and lifestyle.
Carnival is serious business as Brazilian cities battle to be the biggest and the best
Brazil’s biggest party is just days away. Right now, revellers across the country are stocking up on glitter, body paint and fishnet tights. They’re putting the final touches on new costumes or shaking out…
Take it from a Finn – there are ways to survive winter with a smile
Beating seasonal depression through the darkest months comes down to acceptance, staying connected and seeking plenty of light – even the artificial kind.
The reality behind Japan’s “vanishing phenomenon” and how people disappear
Global media’s obsession with sensationalising Japan into its eccentric, often stereotyped image is reductive. The much-discussed yet decades-old phenomenon of ‘johatsu’ is just one example.
