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The Paradox of Growing Old
Mary Beard argues that our view of dementia is a sanitized one which needs to be rethought
Digging Digitally
Mary Beard reflects on the new face of archaeology, of the virtual kind.
Mile Milestone
Mary Beard looks forward to the 60th anniversary of the first 'four-minute mile'.
Travel Writing Giants
William Dalrymple celebrates the writing of Peter Matthiessen, who died this month.
A Tale of Two Elections
William Dalrymple reflects on the current pivotal elections in India and Afghanistan.
A Lenten Reflection
For Lent, William Dalrymple compares Eastern and Western views of self-discipline.
A Disease Called Fame
Sarah Dunant reflects on fame and the cult of celebrity, following 20 Feet From Stardom.
Heavy Weather
Sarah Dunant compares our reaction today to climate change with historic responses.
The Time Warp
Sarah Dunant reflects on our changed perceptions of the sexual attitudes of the 1970s.
Free the Schools
Roger Scruton believes the way to improve schools is through middle-class volunteers.
