How a nation forms a national identity that can be related to a sense of nationalism may take different methods as varied as a shared history, culture and language, and political institutions. But how does a whole new type of nation build nationalism when they have overthrown the previous incumbents…

The landing on the shores of Gallipoli in Turkey, on April the 25th 1915 is etched into the psyche of Australia as a pivotal point in a young nation coming of age. It is celebrated annually by a public holiday, dawn service and, multiple events held around the country, and…

Nationalism is a complex and abstract phenomenon that has been subjected to debate by scholars for many decades. The schools of thought that have emerged link nationalism to identity, ideology or even as a movement. The topic has been explored through different disciplines, such as sociology, history, and political science…

‘When elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers’ — African proverb Just as the end of First World War heralded in change in the geopolitical landscape with the end of many colonial empires, so too did the end of the Second World War as European nations reassessed their position…

I know there is no god. Not a Christian or one of any other denomination. There is nothing. How do I know this? Well, I need to tell you a short story and hopefully, when it is finished, you too will know that there is no god. Take note also…

It is interesting to watch and listen to how the views and opinions of others can be developed and shaped by the events around them. The virtual world that many people now occupy is so distorting that it becomes a truth that many fail to be able to pull back…

It seems to be a basic human principle that we will do whatever it takes to ensure we have as long a life as possible and at try to achieve a fulfilled and rewarding one at the same time. Whether someone has a religious or secular background, most people, on…

There are a multitude of fundraising causes going on at any given time and we are constantly bombarded through social media platforms on people less fortunate than ourselves or those going through a particular tough time. The internet has been a valuable tool for those looking to raise funds for…

The onset of a conflict between Russia and Ukraine in early 2014 saw Russian backed separatists and Russian troops enter the east and south of the Ukraine, the Crimea, in an attempt to annexe the region. The conflict put pressure on a weakened Ukrainian army that allowed an increase in…