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So often seen as a normal part of the lives of young people, binge drinking is increasingly putting those lives at risk. Victor Parachin reports.

In the world of political PR and spin, no matter its colour, truth is often a casualty. But it seems it is not dead yet, reflects Daniel Reynaud.

Daniel Reynaud grimaces at the fat in our midst.

In a world reduced to a marketplace, we need more-not less-of the right kind of fundamentalism, urges Samir Selmanovic.

Reflecting on recent survey results, Daniel Reynaud asks what is really most important in measuring our quality of life.

Can we imagine something better than an all-Christian world? asks Samir Selmanovic.

Pope Benedict's visit to Australia suggests a clear shift in thinking. Historian Arthur Patrick explains.

Daniel Reynaud reviews the history and anticipates the future for alcohol in Australia.

Daniel Reynaud reflects on the importance of saying Sorry-politically and personally.

Religions can learn from atheists, says Samir Selmanovic. But we must not allow fundamentalist atheists to rid the world of faith itself.

Safet first, norovirus and the turned mind

Spirituality is trendy, religion is not. But Samir Selmanovic explains why we need both.