How often do we see comparisons made between the sportsmen of yesteryear and those of the modern era? At a time when Sachin Tendulkar has achieved the monumental achievement of scoring over 12,000 runs in test cricket, some have already declared that no-one - not even the prolific Tendulkar - will compare to the likes of Sir Don Bradman.
Undoubtedly, Bradman was a master of his craft and...
There are many reasons to praise the good that religion has done for the world throughout history, but in a world where, for some, religion is no longer a necessity, this article takes a look at just a few of the reasons why Atheism should replace religious faith.
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The greatest attribute an atheist possesses is the ability for reason. Provide an atheist with evidence and proof and...
It was William Shakespeare that said in Twelfth Night: \"If music be the food of love, play on\". Like Duke Orsino many of us may be more than familiar with unrequited love, so what better way to purge this feeling than by indulging in music?
But who - and what - to listen to, that is the question? (A bastardised Shakespearean quote, I know, and one for which I apologise).
In an effort...
Do you find yourself scouring your record collection or scrolling through your iPod playlists and struggling to find something to listen to? If so, you are not alone.
We all want to hear something fresh and memorable and discover that next great artist that we can truly garner inspiration and excitement from. But sometimes we could all use a little direction. As such, this article provides...
There are thousands upon thousands of bands and artists out there, but who are the best? One of the solutions for breaking down musical artists into groups is to categorise them by genre. Another may be by era. This article takes the opportunity to list them in a simpler way - by recommending bands to listen to beginning with the letter C.
This article is nothing more than a brief list of...
A number of essential bands\' names begin with the letter B, prompting me to point readers in the direction of just a small selection of accessible and unforgettable groups in this category.
Before beginning this selection, I would like to point out that I will be focussing on bands in the following genres: rock, metal, punk, indie and emo. As such, the omission of both The Beatles and the...
The first in a series of articles brings music fans a listed of recommended rock, indie, punk and metal bands to look out for and reminisce over. And what better place to start than by recommending five essential bands and artists beginning with the letter A.
This list is by no means comprehensive and represents only the tastes of the author, but I hope it will inspire you to go out in...
Pumpkins, gory costumes, spiders and E-numbered-up kids hammering on your door. Are you ready for this year's Halloween-fest? The supermarkets have been since the last Bank Holiday in August, so what's it all about?
Many people exist quite happily without ever acknowledging Halloween. However, most of us surround ourselves with spooks, ghouls, demons, magic and spells, wizards and witches...
The advent of ultra-fast internet connections and improvements in communication mean that the ease for employees to work from home is at its peak. Yet many companies are reticent to offer its staff the opportunity to work from outside the office.
This may not seem to be that surprising, yet even more startling is the view held by many employees that they too do not wish to work from the...
The city of Rome remains one of the world's foremost tourist attractions, with its imperial grandeur, historic remains and sites of cultural significance having captivated visitors for hundreds of years.
If you are planning a trip to this magnificent destination, or are stuck for an idea of where to explore on a city break, this article provides a rundown of the five must-see sights to...
