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I have a cousin who is an ardent evolutionist - Best of 2012

I have a cousin who is an ardent evolutionist - Best of 2012

He – like so many other science-minded, hard-thinking individuals the world over – is firmly of the belief that the diversity of life on Earth came about through a series of tiny changes to various species over a period of millions (or more) of years. Fundamentally, says he, we're no different from any animals – we just have the blessing of having our DNA arranged in a particularly advantageous way. .

  • United Stay in Control!

    Manchester United remained in control of the Premier League with a gutsy 2-1 win over Liverpool at Old Trafford. United dominated the first half, going in 2-0 at half time however Liverpool came out firing in the second 45, pulling 1 goal back and then controlling much of the second period however couldn't find the equalizer ensuring United kept there place at the summit of the league.

  • Think before you hit 'send' - Best of 2012

    The old saying used to be, "think before you speak." Now that social networking is here to stay, I believe it should now read," think before you hit 'send'."

  • Airbrushing Abstinence - Best of 2012

    What does abstinence look like? A body odour which only disappears on your wedding day? Or a giant metal belt that activates a siren if someone gets too close?

  • Fake it till' you make it? - Best of 2012

    Let's be honest, in this case, we're all guilty. We all have our very own shameful stories of faking it. The story of a successful all nighter, or of shameless flirtations, or maybe it was that time you sang twinkle twinkle little star at a musical audition... That time I did not make it.

  • What to do with doubt? - Best of 2012

    It's a familiar story. Or perhaps it should be. A young adult from a Christian family hits university and begins to have doubts, and is confronted with questions, about their previously unquestioned Christian faith.

  • Kookaburra's in the money - Hockey India League

    Who would have thought it? There are 15 Australian field hockey stars now earning big money (for hockey at least) in the Hockey India League that gets under way next week across India in five different cities.

  • Airports and Aeroplanes - Best of 2012

    Airports are an interesting place. I would even go so far to say they are a fascinating place. Everyday, people enter and exit the terminals, all going on a journey. I recently went to the airport to pick up an Aunty who was coming as a surprise to visit one of my family members. I was very excited as I hadn't been to the international terminal in a long time. With family living overseas, I remember the excitement as a child going to the airport and awaiting the arrival of a family member who I

  • Goodbye New Zealand - a reflection - Best of 2012

    November 17th marks three years since I first touched down in New Zealand and three months until the end of my visa.

  • The Search for Simplicity - Best of 2012

    A good friend and former professor of mine is fond of saying that all Christians are called not only to salvation, but to service, sacrifice, and simplicity. Simplicity is the one I want us to think about a bit today.

  • Is it really OK to be single? - Best of 2012

    These days, it's rare to find a mainstream media commentator that raises their voice in a way that resonates with the church– but I read an opinion article by Shelley Bridgeman this week that did just that. The writer asked the questions "Is it really ok to be single?" from the premise that society by and large still discriminates in many ways against those who are unmarried, either by choice or circumstance.

  • Arsenal slams Newcastle!

    Arsenal continued their great run of form with 7 goals as they destroyed Newcastle late on, winning 7-3. Walcott scored a hat trick as Newcastle continued their disappointing start to the year only 3 points above the drop zone. Arsenal can climb to equal 4th if they win their game in hand.