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Why is FGM practised?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Why is FGM practised?

...families, provide some explanation for the persistence of this harmful practice. A predominant driver of FGM is the implicit and explicit pressure exerted by powerful long-standing socialisation processes that reinforce: conformity to societal expectations and norms a need to be accepted by the community fear of rejection for non-compliance. FGM has largely been practised...
The reason for low wages
Money & Business

The reason for low wages

...history. It can be traced back to now-decades-old policies favouring businesses at the expense of established employee rights. Additionally, it highlights the general turn away from the need for a welfare state that was dominant in early post-Second World War era. For many, this reveals the broader ‘failures of the free market’ and the threat that that so-called...
Online conference toolkit
Society, Politics & Law

Online conference toolkit

...histories cluster’s experience over the past 7 years has shown otherwise and has helped highlight what it takes to host and run a successful and sustainable online event. Based on those experiences we are delighted to publish a practical guide to online conferences. Whilst aimed at academia, its practical tips and advice are relevant to individuals and organisations in...
Introduction to Ukrainian language and culture
Languages

Introduction to Ukrainian language and culture

...family and find out about theirs. In the meantime, if you have any questions about what you have learned this week, please post them in the discussion forum. Language forum Knowledge exchange forum...Week 1: Greetings: Further Reading - Take a look at our ‘Now read on’ document for some ideas and keep an eye out for more Ukrainian courses from The Open University. Now...
A 19th century autopsy unmasks a poisoner
History & The Arts

A 19th century autopsy unmasks a poisoner

...family into his house, and take care of his children. Shortly after, Mr Perry was taken very ill with the cholera morbus, as stated by Watkins, by whom his life was despaired of, and Dr Chauncey L Sheldon, of Warsaw, was sent for, who attended him through the day, and till nine o'clock at night, and left him apparently much better. Watkins attended him the remainder of...
Rastafari in Israel
History & The Arts

Rastafari in Israel

...family living in Ashdod. [Home with Rastafari symbols] Upon my arrival, I was surprised to see that their house was completely covered with Rastafari symbols and colours (see picture above). My senses were also submerged in the sounds of Reggae and Dub music playing in the background 24 hours a day. It is important to note that Rastafarianism appeared in Israel through...
Beginners’ Chinese
Languages

Beginners’ Chinese

...families, describe where they come from and what they do for a living. You’ll hear them talk about sports, ask for directions, buy things, order food in a restaurant, invite someone to dinner – or simply share their experience of learning Chinese. You’ll also find a track to help you with pronunciation and the use of tones. Finally, there’s the chance to listen to...
Ever Wondered About... Hamburgers?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Ever Wondered About... Hamburgers?

...history of hamburgers...History [Closeup on hamburger isolated on white background] In the 13th century, nomadic horsemen known as Tartars are said to have placed meat under the saddles of their horses, to tenderise the meat before they scraped it back together, seasoned it and ate it raw. The ‘Steak Tartare’ recipe was brought to Hamburg by German traders — except...