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Philosophy and the Human Situation
History & The Arts

Philosophy and the Human Situation

...Physics professor Russell Stannard re-examines the claim he made 10 years ago about the way the universe seems mysteriously to have been geared up for producing life Faith and Reason Calvinist theologian Paul Helm argues that differences between one religion and another, or between some religion and no religion, can be rationally held Environmental Values Philosophy...
Rugby: A game of risk and reward
Health, Sports & Psychology

Rugby: A game of risk and reward

...physical skill level but also his psychological and social skills. For example, his decision making, concentration and attitude have all developed. Similarly, his confidence, and general maturity when talking to coaches and referees have carried forward into every aspect of his life. Despite this at the back of my mind is the knowledge that as he gets older and tackling...
Can being part of a team help break the pain barrier?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Can being part of a team help break the pain barrier?

...physical conditioning. Unconscious processes involved in the body’s regulation of pain, and therefore performance, are influenced by the value that the athlete puts on the prize and on whether they perceive the environment as conducive and supportive for recovery. Other people may be the single most important environmental variable in this equation. The assurance of...
Why did millions march against Trump?
Society, Politics & Law

Why did millions march against Trump?

...physical presence of the expanded beyond organizers’ expectations, which in many places required a schedule shifted. At all marches there were points where participants in central areas could not move and most people could not hear scheduled speakers even if they were physically close to a stage. Across the sites, we also observed how this challenge stimulated different...
Why we should abolish imprisonment for children and young people
Society, Politics & Law

Why we should abolish imprisonment for children and young people

...physical or sexual violence. 45% of children in prison in 2018 were assessed as having a substance misuse problem. 89% of young people in YOIs [Young Offender Institutions] have been excluded from school. In the documentary ‘Why we should abolish imprisonment for children and young people’ Dr David Scott talks with three leading campaigners in the UK against the...
On the loss of a baby
Health, Sports & Psychology

On the loss of a baby

...physical and emotional toll this takes on the mother and the father. Finding the right help and resources is important to help navigate such a challenging time. There isn’t just one “right way” to grieve after the loss of a baby so it’s important to find the support and care that will work best for you. Is this a rare tragedy? Sadly, this is an experience shared...
Sea level rise in Happisburgh, UK
Nature & Environment

Sea level rise in Happisburgh, UK

...physical sea defences is not outweighed by economic benefit, then the decisions will be based on ‘managed retreat’ or ‘non-intervention’. Non-intervention is not the policy the local community wants (CCAG, 2019). [Photos taken in Happisburgh. Coastal erosion and beaches] Coastal erosion in Happisburgh The effects of sea-level rise in places such as Happisburgh are...
Children are at risk from junk food advertisements on social media
Society, Politics & Law

Children are at risk from junk food advertisements on social media

...physical and mental health is perhaps one of the greatest challenges. Young children cannot distinguish between advertising and editorial or entertainment content... Yet among all this debate about how social media has changed our lives, children’s exposure to advertising on social media is rarely discussed. This is ironic, as advertising pays for social media. It...