Blitz Spirit
Hurrah for small decencies
Local suspicion is outweighed by the kindness of others
British universities have a China problem
The increasing influence of the CCP is a threat to free inquiry and free expression
The 15-minute bait and switch
15-minute cities mean restricted freedom and a town hall traffic-fine bonanza
Jamie Tradescant: highbrow sports journalist
Jamie’s articles are not simply a riot of historical and philosophical allusions — no, they are all about style
The joy of pets
Pet ownership is one of life’s simple pleasures, but it also lifts the soul
How Britain fell in love with cars
From Wind in the Willows to Wodehouse, cars captured the imagination
In memory of Lord Cormack
Britain has lost a wise and dedicated public servant
Live not by kayfabe
The dark side of professional wrestling is the dark side of institutional life
Keir the coward
Narrowing the borders of permissible opinion will not solve Britain’s societal crises
Sticky situation
Everyone’s Sticky Toffee Pudding recipe was different. All were revolting
Whisperings of the cruel sea
Britten: Concertos (Orfeo)
The BBC should remember what it’s for
A public broadcaster should exist for truthful journalism, not fashionable pieties
