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Society, Politics & Law
Protest Banners: Women's Suffrage
Dr Sara Haslam looks deeper into a beautifully decorative suffrage banner naming Caroline Herschel.
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Protest Banners: Oddfellows and Chartism
Dr Chris Williams and Dr Daniel Weinbren look at an Oddfellow banner and discuss Chartism.
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Protest Banners: Trade Union
Dr. Paula James looks closer at the use of a Trade Union banner and the strong statements it conveys.
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History & The Arts
Early modern Europe: an introduction
The early modern period from 1500 to 1780 is one of the most engaging periods for historical study. Beginning with the upheavals of the Reformation, and ending with the Enlightenment, this was a time of fundamental intellectual, social, religious and cultural change. At the same time, early modern Europe was rooted in and retained many of the ...
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History & The Arts
Week 2 Civilisations: The debate
Jessica Hughes, a Senior Lecturer in Classical Studies, will be reflecting on episode two of Civilisations on Friday 9th March between 12pm - 2pm. Let us know your thoughts in this discussion hub...
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Society, Politics & Law
The Real Wonder Women
Take a look at 60 of the world's most influential and pioneering women and the impact they made over 100 years.
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Why challenging sexual violence takes more than just a starring role at The Oscars
This weekend the Oscars brings to the end an awards season dominated by the post-Weinstein movements to address sexual harassment and gender inequality. But, says Julia Downes, there are limits to speaking out.
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Sylvia Pankhurst: The Expert View
Professor Mary Davis explores the life and achievements of Sylvia Pankhurst.
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History & The Arts
Explore our English literature free courses
Read a great novel and want to explore it further? Check out our free courses on the wonderful world of English literature.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Could Brexit allow the UK to drop the ban on cloning?
Human cloning is currently banned under EU law. Brexit should allow the UK to dump this rule, believes Hugh McLachlan.
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Ambridge accents: How The Archers use accent to depict class
The characters in the world's longest running soap opera tell you who they are whenever they talk. Pour yourself a glass of Tumble Tussock and Rob Drummond will explain.
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History & The Arts
Life on the wall: Vindolanda
Excavation of a fort on Hadrian's Wall is revealing stories of everyday life on the edge of the Roman Empire, explains Robin Birley.