Corruption and gambling accused of ruining Macau

Macau has overtaken Las Vegas to become the world’s gambling capital and is enjoying rapid growth, but violent clashes on international Labour Day indicate that the small southern Chinese city is socially ill, say local Christian leaders – writes Francis...

Is religion the new parliamentary belief divide?

Given the huge range of tussles involved in its working, people in the Westminster parliament seem to socialise pretty well across the party divides these days. At least, judging from the overall mix within the bars and tea rooms. We all know that the plotting and...

Is religion the new parliamentary belief divide?

Given the huge range of tussles involved in its working, people in the Westminster parliament seem to socialise pretty well across the party divides these days. At least, judging from the overall mix within the bars and tea rooms. We all know that the plotting and...