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Definitions matter – say what you mean, and mean the agreed-upon definitions

If we cannot agree on definitions of what words mean, we will never agree about the ideas and concepts those words describe.

Regality in the modern world: can a skeptic be a monarchist?

As the world watched on at the coronation of Charles Windsor, it's reasonable to ask: is there still a role for monarchy in the modern world?

A double-edge sword: should we be labelling kids?

Labels in children's mental health offer validation, but risk pigeonholing, misdiagnosis, and overshadowing the child behind the diagnosis

Russell Crowe’s new film ‘The Pope’s Exorcist’ tries to depict priests as superheroes

Funded by a Catholic religious order, 'The Pope's Exorcist', starring Russell Crowe, feels like a mix of Harry Potter and Dracula

From Patmos to Waco: the impact of apocalyptic religious beliefs

On the thirtieth anniversary of the end of the Waco siege, it's worth considering how similar Koresh was to other apocalyptic religious prophets

A Very British Cult: the BBC sheds light on life coaching and The Lighthouse International

The BBC podcast A Very British Cult is a gripping exploration of The Lighthouse's life coaching, and the true stories of ex-members who got out

What really happened in the case of the Great Seattle Windshield Mystery of 1954?

When residents of a small town near Seattle began to notice mysterious dents in their car windscreens, a full-scale panic was born - but was it real?

Ten top times skepticism made an unexpected appearance in pop culture

Few things can match the enjoyment of seeing your favourite show take an unexpected turn towards skepticism. Here's ten of our favourite examples.
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