‘No one would ever speak up again’: servicewomen feel military culture stops them from reporting sexual assault: An inquiry into the death of a 19-year-old soldier in the British army found that relentless sexual harassment by her line manager was “almost certain” to have been a causal factor in her death. Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley-Louise …
We rarely hear about the disasters that were avoided – but there’s a lot we can learn from them: When a huge cyclone slammed into East Pakistan (present day Bangladesh) in November 1970 it caused water in the Ganges Delta to rise by 10 metres. Entire towns were submerged. At least 300,000 people died – …
Fallen autumn leaves are a valuable resource – here’s how to make the most of them: I Wei Huang / shutterstock Towards the end of autumn the days get colder and shorter. This triggers the reduction of the plant hormone auxin in most deciduous trees, which start to shed their leaves. In natural woodlands, this …
When to give your child their first mobile phone – and how to keep them safe: Pressmaster/Shutterstock I spend my career researching young people and the internet: what they do online, what they think about it and how their views differ to those of their parents. I often get questions from parents about their children’s …
South African university students use AI to help them understand – not to avoid work: Students are not adopting digital and AI-powered tools uncritically. tzido/iStock When ChatGPT was released in November 2022, it sparked many conversations and moral panics. These centre on the impact of generative artificial intelligence (AI) on the information environment. People worry …
Pluto: Netflix’s anime masterpiece explores how robots ‘feel’ when humans exploit them: There have been many TV shows and films inspired by the dual fear and excitement surrounding advances in artificial intelligence (AI). But not many exhibit such masterful craft and profound humanity as the new Netflix anime miniseries, Pluto. Pluto is adapted from a …
Young people’s reluctance to talk about money is putting them at risk – here’s how to help them: Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock Credit is an everyday, and often essential, part of young people’s lives. Gaining access to credit for the first time is an important transition to adulthood that can enable you to study, earn and invest in …
Eight super-healthy leafy greens – and why you should eat them: Pickadook/Shutterstock Leafy greens are a great way to improve your health as they possess many vital nutrients, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. As a nutritionist, I would highly recommend getting more of the following salad leaves in your diet. Spinach Spinach is easy to get …
Kids are exposed to violent war images: trauma expert sets out how you can protect them: In today’s screen-filled world, many children and teens have nearly continuous access to media. Estimates from the United States suggest that school-age children spend four to six hours per day watching or using screens. Adolescents spend as much as …
Interest rates: if central banks don’t start cutting them soon, it could actually increase inflation: Another reason to be fearful. Golden Dayz What next for interest rates? The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is widely expected to leave them unchanged when it meets on November 2, despite the fact that UK headline inflation …
Taliban: why China wants them as a friend and not as a foe: The Taliban’s presence at the massive October jamboree in Beijiing to celebrate the 10th year of China’s ambitious trade plan, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), is part of Beijing’s regional strategy. This was one of only a handful of foreign visits …
Cockney and Queen’s English have all but disappeared among young people – here’s what’s replaced them: Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock Cockney and received pronunciation (Queen’s English) were once spoken by people of all ages, but they are no longer commonly spoken among young people in the south-east of England. In new research, colleagues and I recorded the voices …
Halloween foods from history reveal the holiday’s surprising romantic side – and you can try them yourself: A vintage Victorian Halloween postcard. Public Domain Pictures Think about Halloween, and romance is unlikely to be the first thing that comes to mind. But Victorian periodicals and newspapers show that alongside dressing in costumes, enjoying themed cuisine …
Shops can’t save UK high streets but a dose of local character could help them thrive again: High St, Conwy, Wales. Some places have already started to inject some local flavour to their high streets. James Clarke/Shutterstock Cratering consumer confidence and the collapse of major UK retailers like Wilko are causing concern about the future …
Playgroups are are struggling to survive – here’s why we need them: Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock Playgroups can be a lifeline for new parents. Run by volunteers, they give young children a space to explore and interact with others, and parents a chance to have a cup of tea and a chat. This was certainly the case for …
Advanced British Standard: A-level replacement will require more teachers – but bonuses may not be the way to get them: Jacob Lund/Shutterstock Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a new qualification to replace A-levels and T-levels. The planned Advanced British Standard (ABS) will also come with more teaching time for students: an extra 195 hours …
Teachers can nurture students who care about the world: four approaches that would help them: Teachers wear many hats. They are expected to be subject matter experts, leaders, administrators, managers, lifelong learners – and not just in the classroom, but in their wider communities. It is crucial to cultivate teachers who are socially aware and …
Airlines are being hit by anti-greenwashing litigation – here’s what makes them perfect targets: Frank Wagner / shutterstock A wave of anti-“greenwashing” litigation is seeking to hold major players in the aviation industry to account for sensational claims of being sustainable, low-carbon or contributing to net zero. While the industry has faced legal backlash in …