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The FT contributing editor on Britain’s naval heritage, BT’s helpdesk service and a new award for Brazen Nonsense of the Year
The FT’s contributing editor on naval gazing, performance poetry and whether Napoleon was a midget
The British war secretary’s demise at sea in June 1916 has spawned endless conspiracy theories. A century on, can the speculation be laid to rest?
A series of gaffes hints at a leadership out of touch, says John McDermott
Piers Morgan makes light of claim
Jeremy Paxman approaches imperialism from a sensible, modern perspective, using British traits to denounce other British traits
In the rhythm of political affairs, there are but rare moments when true leaders are able to influence matters
As the west counts the costs of foreign adventurism, nostalgia for the British empire gives way to a renewed sense of shame
It’s a certain type of masochism to want to join a group that doesn’t want you
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Provincial approach has reduced risk
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