Fading Glory: The Philosophy and Ethics of War through Wilfred Owen’s Dulce et Decorum Est
War. A term that encapsulates conflict, struggle, and devastating loss, yet also valour, heroism, and national pride. The ethical terrain
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Ethics guides our moral compass, helping us discern right from wrong. It shapes our choices, encouraging us to act with fairness, integrity, and empathy, cultivating a harmonious society rooted in respect for all.
Determinism: To what extent am I responsible for my actions?
Determinism is a philosophical stance asserting that every event, including human actions, is determined by prior events and natural laws.
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St Augustine: Good, Evil, and the Order of the Universe
Augustine of Hippo, born in 354 CE in present-day Algeria, is a towering figure in Western philosophy. His writings, shaped
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Euthanasia and Physician-Assisted Suicide
In recent years, the debate around euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide has captivated the public’s attention. These practices, at the crossroads
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The Ethics of Creation – An Examination of Assistive Reproductive Technology
In one of the quieter streets of the city of Valletta, the home of the semi-fictional Borg couple has been
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Resisting the Majority: The Role and Significance of LGBTQ+ Pride
In the sweltering summer heat in June in 1969, the Stonewall Inn in New York, a sanctuary for the gay,
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Privacy and Cyberspace: Navigating the Digital Labyrinth
In the modern world, technology pervades every aspect of life. The digital landscape transforms how people communicate, work, and live.
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The Internet and Ethical Values
The Internet has become an integral part of modern society, revolutionizing communication, commerce, and the exchange of information. From its
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Does justification lie in the Ends or the Means?
Does the End justify the Means? From the philosophical theories of Niccolò Machiavelli and Immanuel Kant to the concept of utilitarianism, we explore various perspectives of this ethical conundrum.
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How is That Funny?! A look at the Philosophy of Humour
Picture this. You’re in a church for a Christian funeral. The air is thick with the scent of burning candles
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The responsibility of freedom: The philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre
Born in Paris in 1905, Jean-Paul Sartre lived through some of the most transformative moments in recent history and used
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The Death of God: Exploring Nietzsche
Friedrich Nietzsche, the enigmatic and revolutionary 19th-century German philosopher, dared to challenge the foundations of morality, prompting generations to confront
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The Calculus of Happiness: the Legacy of Utilitarianism
Imagine you’re standing on a footbridge overlooking a railway track, and you see a trolley heading towards five workers who
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The Kingdom of Ends: the Ethics of Kant
In the 18th century, Europe was in a state of constant flux. The age of enlightenment was in full swing
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The Pursuit of Pleasure: the Material World of Epicurus
Achieve pleasure and eliminate pain. This, in a compressed nutshell, sums up the ethics of Epicurus. Born in 341 BCE
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