The Cosmic Trilogy (also the Space Trilogy and Ransom Trilogy) is a sci-fi/fantasy trilogy of the adventures of Dr Elwin Ransom.

In light of recent political events—and not just Brexit—it reminded me of a scene from BBC's Yes, Minister.

“That’s just conspiracy theory!” Even as a child, I never understood the logic of that argument.

Now we are being told not to celebrate Thanksgiving in the traditional sense. What does that even mean? Maybe I should ask...