"Every time the Catholic Church takes one step forward, it seems to take one giant step back." — Janine di Giovanni

In the aftermath of any war or genocide, healing and reconciliation are ultimate aspirations.

There is a romantic, often misguided, misconception among the British that life in France is akin to life in Paradise.

When the body breaks down, it does not all go at once; it goes piece by piece.

In America, people know there are always 10 people better than them who are after their job. In France, they know that too - but no one is going to get their job till they go to their grave.