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Sue Edwards: a life dedicated to flora and sustainable development in Ethiopia
Nature & Environment

Sue Edwards: a life dedicated to flora and sustainable development in Ethiopia

...public on issues of concern, to mobilise political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity. Many days of observance are championed by national, regional and international organisations such as the UN. World Environment Day is celebrated on 5th of June every year, not long after Africa Environment Day (3 March)...
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Life Beyond Earth: The Big Debate
Science, Maths & Technology

Life Beyond Earth: The Big Debate

...public with The OU’s research and aims to make academics’ work inspiring and accessible to communities in Wales. This supports institutional aims to make education open to all and supports wider OU work to build an informed, engaged and prosperous Wales. To keep up to date on our upcoming OpenTalks events, you can sign up to our newsletter or follow us on Facebook,...
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Introduction to the trauma-informed investigation of rape and serious sexual offences article series
Society, Politics & Law

Introduction to the trauma-informed investigation of rape and serious sexual offences article series

...public, and within the organisation and with colleagues, i.e. the police need to be TI as an organisation; a piece-meal approach will not be effective. Finally, S-J Lennie and Jen Norman focus on self-care and highlight the importance of understanding the cumulative impact of dealing with traumatic incidents. They discuss the benefits of utilising reflective practice to...
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How the OpenLearn employability hub can help you get ahead
Money & Business

How the OpenLearn employability hub can help you get ahead

...publication date, you’ll quickly find what’s relevant to you. Ready to explore? Head to the OpenLearn Employability hub today and start building the skills that will carry you into your next opportunity. Whether you’re preparing for your first job, aiming for a promotion, or just looking to grow, this free, expertly designed resource is here to support you every...
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Why Cilla Black was more than just a light entertainment star
History & The Arts

Why Cilla Black was more than just a light entertainment star

...public. She was sent her into the streets to conduct jokey vox pop interviews and stage outside broadcasts from viewers’ homes. Cilla’s working-class background, Liverpudlian irreverence, and utter absence of pretension made her connections with the public seem especially authentic. The BBC series lasted until 1976, while the pop hits had dwindled slightly earlier,...
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The GOP tries to focus: A guide to the third debate
Society, Politics & Law

The GOP tries to focus: A guide to the third debate

...public service to pay down student debt and the expansion of online courses and better links between high school, two-year, and four-year colleges to bring down the cost of higher education. These Republicans and their Democratic counterparts recognize they have to focus on the issues holding back working families from realizing their dreams. Senator Rubio said it most...
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The 'what now Wednesday' after the Super Tuesday before
Society, Politics & Law

The 'what now Wednesday' after the Super Tuesday before

...Public Service, Tufts University This primary season, voters under age 30 have proven that they are both willing to vote even when it is inconvenient and poised to assert their influence on key races. Analyzing data from early contests in Iowa, Nevada and South Carolina, my colleagues and I at CIRCLE observed two trends in youth voting. First, young voters were...
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Protest Banners: Women's Suffrage
Society, Politics & Law

Protest Banners: Women's Suffrage

...public life’. She was explicitly making a link between the displays of vibrant colour, which energised and educated all who saw them, and the argument the women were making about their rights to equality with men, as speakers and voters. However, she was also keen to stress the poetry and splendour of a banner: ‘A banner is a thing to float in the wind, to flicker in...
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