Science has always been a rather touchy subject. Back in the enlightenment period there was a continual struggle between science and religion. Many aspiring intellectuals and scientists were condemned as heretics and put to death as their views were seen to be a direct challenge to the omnipotence of God and heaven. Galileo for example [...]

Yesterday was a pretty momentous day in the House of Commons. In a somewhat misguided step, the Speaker Michael Martin attempted to defend his position as members from all parties tried to force a vote of no confidence onto the floor. Michael Martin’s impartiality in the recent ‘expenses’ fiasco has been called into question by [...]