PinnedPaul RanceAre We a Doomed Species?Here in the UK, and in Western Europe generally — and, of course, Ukraine, the election of Donald Trump as US president again seems utter…Nov 71Nov 71
PinnedPaul RanceLuton Town’s Welcome Strong Anti-Racism MessageLuton Town forward Elijah Adebayo was recently racially abused online. Usually, when this happens, the response from a player’s club is…Nov 22Nov 22
Paul RanceSanta Claus and Father ChristmasSanta Claus and Father Christmas are often thought of as one and the same, but there are subtle differences — though the origins of both…Oct 31Oct 31
Paul RanceThe Delusion of ‘Civilisation’The word ‘civilised’, I’ve always felt, is used too loosely, as I don’t believe any nation can call itself civilized — if you dig deep…Oct 301Oct 301
Paul Rance10 Facts About the Legendary Actress Elizabeth TaylorElizabeth Taylor was one of the most famous movie actresses of all time. Famed as much for her tempestuous private life as her great acting…Oct 29Oct 29
Paul RanceAmerica on the BrinkThe 2020s hasn’t been a great decade for the world. Covid, climate change gathering pace, more conflicts than usual around the globe, the…Oct 22Oct 22
Paul RanceThe Timeless Nature of Most ArtNo art is truly unique, as it will always be influenced by something from the past. Contemporary art needs a blend of the past, present and…Oct 201Oct 201
Paul RanceThe 1906 British General Election — Liberal Landslide, Labour’s EmergenceThe 1906 British General Election, held early in the year, saw a big change in the fortunes of the country’s two biggest parties — the…Oct 191Oct 191
Paul RanceBluesky — Where the Air Is Sweeter So FarSince Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter (I refuse to call it X) most of those using the social media platform will have noticed an increase…Oct 101Oct 101
Paul RanceWhy Children Skip SchoolReasons and Solutions for Truancy (I should know I skipped school quite a lot…)Oct 101Oct 101