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Philosophy & Psychology

Can you choose to believe something, just like that?

Some years ago, I was in a lively conversation with a software developer about arguments for and against God’s existence. ...
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Art, Humour & Poetry

MBJ’s view

See current affairs through the eyes of cartoonist Matt Bissett-Johnson. Published 15 December 2024.
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Philosophy & Psychology

Can reason survive in a sea of emotion?

We are facing the growing challenge of how to respond incisively and effectively to curb the movements away from rational ...
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Law & Politics

Most parents at religious schools don’t want to discriminate against LGBT staff or students

Australian religious school leaders commonly claim their schools’ parents expect or support discrimination against LGBT staff or students. New research ...
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Letters to the Editor

The Jacaranda bloom-bust parallels life

Editor’s note: If you would like to submit a letter for possible publication, please email it to editor@rationalist.com.au. See our Publishing ...
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Science & Health

The whole story of human evolution – from ancient apes, to Lucy and us (Part 2)

This article is the second part in a two-part series. Read the first part here. Homo erectus (about 1.8m up to ...
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