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Sholto Byrnes

Sholto Byrnes is a Contributing Editor to the New Statesman

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Libya
After the dictators
12 September 2011

Want to know what will happen in the Arab world after the fall of despots such as Gaddafi and Mubara

Books
Hero: the Life and Legend of Lawrence of Arabia
09 June 2011
Religion
Signing off from The Staggers
27 February 2011

After 18 months of blogging, I’m still convinced religion must be better understood.

The Staggers
More lies about Iraq
20 February 2011

Coming soon to a cinema near you.

The Staggers
Don't mention the “C” word
18 February 2011

That’s anything to do with Christianity – even when it’s Easter.

Religion
On the Prophet’s birthday
15 February 2011

Who was Muhammad? A review of a new biography.

Religion
The God app: Vatican should rethink the ban
11 February 2011

It could be a blessed relief for Catholics.

International Politics
Don’t bring God into politics, Mr President
08 February 2011

Jacob Zuma is an embarrassment to his country – and to all who fought apartheid.

Middle East
The Obama plan for Egypt
04 February 2011

“Barry” grew up in Indonesia. Could the overthrow of its dictator be the template that the US presid

Middle East
The new Arab revolt
30 January 2011

What if democracy brings Islamist government? And other key questions.

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