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Past-Time Lover
History & The Arts

Past-Time Lover

...Day upon us and love in the air, we have cast our eye over some iconic figures throughout history and considered how they may have represented themselves if thrown into the modern dating world. Who would you be most likely to spend Valentine’s Day with? Let us know by casting your vote below! [Valentine's Day Featured] The choice... Create your own user feedback survey...
Why is it dangerous when Trump sees people as objects?
Languages

Why is it dangerous when Trump sees people as objects?

...history of American political discourse is riddled with the “thingification” of people. We have traditionally treated women, workers, immigrants and people with disabilities as less than human, as objects rather than as people. Doing so enables those with power and privilege to retain their status, since there’s the general understanding that people should be...
Why challenging sexual violence takes more than just a starring role at The Oscars
Society, Politics & Law

Why challenging sexual violence takes more than just a starring role at The Oscars

...history not only in terms of nominations and awards for black, women, transgender and young stars but also in continuing a united stance against sexual violence. Breaking the silence around sexual violence has been an important strategy for this movement. Take #MeToo, originally a campaign created by woman of colour activist Tarana Burke 12 years ago, which has in more...
Making a difference: Janet Cassidy's life as a union representative
Society, Politics & Law

Making a difference: Janet Cassidy's life as a union representative

...history testimony...Find out more about The Open University's History and Social Sciences courses Janet started working in the railway in 1986 as a Ticket Examiner on board train, starting on a six-month temporary contract which lasted almost 29 years. Based at Dalmuir, her role as a Ticket Examiner lasted for four years, before she moved on to working as a Guard. This...
Representations of hell in Christian art
History & The Arts

Representations of hell in Christian art

...history we are very interested in understanding the religious parameters that defined a set community (i.e. within a given time and place and within specific socio-economic circumstances) and their applications. Considering that the threat of sadistic punishments, as depicted in monumental Byzantine (i.e. Christian Orthodox) decoration, in eternity could have been used as...
How old is a mountain range?
Science, Maths & Technology

How old is a mountain range?

...history of a mountain range...[Image of Gangkhar Puensum from Cher-tang-la (Pronounced: shea-tang-la), Bhutan] Gangkhar Puensum from Cher-tang-la, Bhutan When we think about mountains we might think about them being constant, permanent features of our landscapes. However, through geology, we know this isn’t the case. The surface of our planet is forever changing and...
Vitality Netball Nations Cup 2025: can the England Roses go all the way?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Vitality Netball Nations Cup 2025: can the England Roses go all the way?

...history. You do not want to get left behind in such ‘an exhilarating time for fans and a critical moment in the history of women’s sport’. With strong squad dynamics, a history of podium finishes, and the passion of fans behind them, the Roses’ future of netball is bright, and with England hosting the Cup, now is the time to rally behind the Roses as they build on...
Julian Hector - Earth in Vision
Nature & Environment

Julian Hector - Earth in Vision

...History Unit and former seabird biologist, discusses commissioning programmes, the difference between radio and television and the relationship between broadcast and digital...Julian Hector Julian Hector joined the BBC in 1993. He was appointed Head of the Natural History Unit (Acting) in April 2016. As a producer, Editor and Executive producer, Julian has a portfolio of...