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Using sources: Considering breadth as well as depth
Education & Development

Using sources: Considering breadth as well as depth

...everyday household objects such as fridges, central heating systems are now digitally enabled to capture and react to information and digital signals, all part of digital technology known as the Internet of Things and potentially our sources of information. You may think this is stretching the sources of information that you may need to consider for your next assignment...
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Here’s the truth about false accusations of sexual violence
Health, Sports & Psychology

Here’s the truth about false accusations of sexual violence

...everyday life – something that they simply have to deal with. Others worry about the repercussions if they do report incidents. This includes the potential impact on their professional standing, their ability to get work, their relationships and their personal reputation. The importance given to the issue of false allegations diverts attention away from questions that...
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How large is the UK alternative finance sector?
Money & Business

How large is the UK alternative finance sector?

...everyday economic life.” “2015 has seen another year of remarkable growth for Alternative Finance in the UK,” said Stian Westlake, Nesta’s Executive Director of Policy & Research. “Little more than a collection of plucky startups just six years ago, the sector now does £3.2 billion of business a year. As the sector grows and matures it is sure to face...
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Kant on trust
History & The Arts

Kant on trust

...everyday recognition of the moral importance of informed consent and of human dignity. The most important features of Kant’s ethical theory are his conceptions of human worth, and of the ideal moral community. Kant believes that all people have absolute value, or dignity, because they can be autonomous and rational, and that they should be treated in ways that recognize...
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Ecology and economy under the fig tree in South Asian Cities
Society, Politics & Law

Ecology and economy under the fig tree in South Asian Cities

...nor do they have any connection with the celebrated ancient civilisations that South Asia is well known for, but they are the living examples of heritage that are very relevant to everyday lives of people and nature today. They are what provide a refuge to nature in cities otherwise crowded with people and they are what also make the informal economy of cities tick along....
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SMEs and Net Zero – challenges and opportunities
Money & Business

SMEs and Net Zero – challenges and opportunities

...everyday practices and their longer-term direction. SMEs often (though not always) lack the skills, expertise, time and motivation to reduce their environmental impact. They are also difficult to regulate and it’s not easy to reach them via alternative policy interventions, such as skills training and education. Given these challenges, you won’t be surprised to...
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Veganuary: can it make a positive difference?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Veganuary: can it make a positive difference?

...everyday life. Beyond Veganuary? If Veganuary and veganism as a whole continue their impressive growth in 2025 and beyond, Bryant argues that we may soon approach a tipping point where veganism is widespread enough to ‘catch on’. However, there are still significant obstacles to overcome. The spectacular success of Veganuary is inspiring but increases in availability...
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How should Rwanda remember the genocide?
History & The Arts

How should Rwanda remember the genocide?

...everyday life. These spaces would bring together survivors, perpetrators, returnees, and ordinary citizens. There is also a great desire for knowledge about how to use these memories to seek justice, validation, and promote coexistence, especially for future generations. What we learnt I interviewed genocide survivors, former perpetrators and ordinary citizens who were...
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