Columnists / Daniel Hawker / Think Tank
by Mallard Columnist · Published September 24, 2021 · Last modified September 22, 2021
The founders of countries occupy a unique position within modern society. They are often viewed either as heroic and mythical figures or deeply problematic by today’s standards – take the obvious examples of George...
Over my three years at university, I held two elected positions within the Students Union. My third attempt at election, a run for president, was always doomed. I already had a signed contract, and...
With the most recent twenty-year stint coming to an end and the Taliban looking to stay as the returning power, one must wonder several different things: was it all worth it?
‘The crisis in Afghanistan is evidence of President Biden’s shambolic and deadly ineptitude. He is physically present, though mentally and morally vacant.’
Columnists / Comment / William Hallowell
by Mallard Columnist · Published September 17, 2021 · Last modified September 20, 2021
Only three days ago Sajid Javid said the Government is keeping its vaccine passport policy “in reserve” – what he really meant is that it’s “Plan B”. On Sunday, the public were assured –...
We live through unpredictable and strange times. Simultaneously, compared to the rest of human history, we are living during relative heaven. Although, human beings are naturally inclined in being negative minded and loss averse,...
Columnists / Comment / Dinah Kolka
by Mallard Columnist · Published September 11, 2021 · Last modified September 10, 2021
No one is saying that the past was this evergreen land with rivers of milk and honey, glorious acts, beautiful women, and heroes strolling through the cities. But one thing is undeniable – the...
Columnists / Comment / Dustin Lovell
by Mallard Columnist · Published September 6, 2021 · Last modified September 8, 2021
“This was what distinguished Maria Alexandrovna from her rivals: at critical moments she never allowed any concern about a possible scandal to prevent her from doing something, on the principle that success justifies everything.”...
They say that behind every great man is a great woman. One supposes that is true. A strong marriage and partnership can be a true asset. Sometimes, it may not be the marriage, but...
Columnists / Comment / Daniel Hawker
by Mallard Columnist · Published August 28, 2021 · Last modified August 23, 2021
If suddenly you found yourself transported back to Victorian England, undoubtedly, you’d notice many differences to 21st Century society; buildings would be far more beautiful, people far sicker and regulations regarding children in work...
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