The unkindest cut of all?
Critics say that male circumcision is unnecessary and barbaric. Advocates claim it has many benefits
The Times, 24 March 2008
Corporate communes
In the 1960s they shared Marxism, meals and love. Today’s communards are more likely to be sharing profits
Financial Times, 7 July 2007
Where hunger throws a harsh light on indulgence
David Baker is taught an unexpected lesson at the easternmost point of the Americas
Financial Times, 25 November 2006
‘I wouldn’t say I was a believer’
Despite a dispiriting experience as a nun, Karen Armstrong is happy to think deeply about God
Financial Times, 7 October 2006
When life keeps getting louder
Police sirens, thumping music, loud neighbours – noise is no longer ‘the forgotten pollutant’
Financial Times, 19 August 2006
Land of my fathers
It took David Baker 40 years to get to Israel, but there he finally found peace
Financial Times, 1 April 2006
Sins of immersion
Olympic Man, Floral Woman and unwashed bodies all help to fuel lane rage at the swimming pool
Financial Times, 17 September 2005
Full moon by the sea
For centuries, Hoi An has been a well-loved jewel of Vietnam
Financial Times, 17 September 2005
Two wheels good
Bicycles are cheap, healthy and good for the environment. So why do so many motorists hate them?
Financial Times, 20 November 2004
Scallops in the morning
After Enrica Rocca’s Borough Market Day, shopping, cooking and eating will never be the same
Financial Times, 4 September 2004