Reviewed, Ken Ham’s The Lie; Unravelling the Myth of Evolution/Millions of Years. And why we need to pay attention

by Paul Braterman You need to take Ken Ham seriously. This entrepreneurial Brisbane high school teacher has put together the world’s largest Young Earth creationist organization, Answers in Genesis (AiG). This has a worldwide presence, publishes its own magazine, Answers, and emails a constant stream of highly repetitive messages to its followers. It has built…

While Canada burns, Cornwall and Heartland say nothing to worry about. Meantime, in just one week…

by Paul Braterman Within a single week, the raging Canadian wildfires have provoked opposite reactions from different wings of US evangelism, both claiming that their position is based on Genesis, with The Atlantic reporting on the churches’ deep political divisions. Statistical analysis confirms (is anyone surprised?) that July’s unusual heatwave across the northern hemisphere is…

Leading creationist organisation appoints conspiracy theorist to key position

by Paul Braterman One month ago today, Ken Ham of Answers in Genesis appointed Martyn Iles, formerly director of the Australian Question Lobby, to the position of Chief Ministry Officer, ministry of course being Answers in Genesis’ core activity. Here’s why that matters. Martyn Iles, a lawyer by training, was the managing director of the…

BBC muzzles David Attenborough, suspends top sports presenter, for fear of Tory backlash

by Paul Braterman UPDATE (March 13, 2023, 8 AM): Gary Lineker has been reinstated, and has reaffirmed his position: A final thought: however difficult the last few days have been, it simply doesn’t compare to having to flee your home from persecution or war to seek refuge in a land far away. It’s heartwarming to…