Political discussions about a possible change in UK law about transgender rights are being shut down by campaigns of intimidation.

The article does not state what the disagreement consists of, and I can't begin to guess what my position would be if I knew. However, it is clear that British people need to respect freedom of speech more, just as the British government does.

We Should Talk To al-Shabaab Now.

I think that al-Shabaab's military position is weaker than a few years, and the government now has some real support. This could be the right time for the US to get reasonable peace deal.

Around 200,000 protested in Berlin against right-wing extremism.

How Profit-Driven Inbreeding Could Bring the World Dairy Herd to Its Knees.

Australia’s chief scientist says the question facing the nation’s energy future is not about renewables versus coal but how best to create "a whole-of-economy emissions reduction strategy."

The goal needs to be a zero-emissions society.