Current Affairs

Is AI a serious risk to humanity?

What are the biggest risks facing humanity today? You’ll probably come up with a list containing the likes of climate change and nuclear war. Surely, the biggest risks are those that could have catastrophic outcomes. Whatever you think, you likely also think that mitigating or even eliminating these risks should be a priority for most […]

The Great Royal Staticism: The State’s Burden or Blessing?

  Image: Esther on Flickr The dominant and fundamental presence of conservatism amongst the English people throughout its modern history has meant that the ultimate symbol of English identity- the British royal family- has always rested to a considerable degree on the laurels of public support, even despite episodes of scrutiny, controversy and tragedy. The […]