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Can the Economy be Irish? article icon

Money & Business

Can the Economy be Irish?

Dr Leslie Budd considers the impact of Brexit following the EU Referendum and questions whether the economy can be Irish as a de-globalising project. 

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10 mins
How can scientists fight the tide of article icon

Science, Maths & Technology

How can scientists fight the tide of "fake news"?

"Fake news" is as much a problem for scientists as politicians. Crispin Maslog calls for an end to propaganda dressed up in lab coats.

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5 mins
Was British business always planning for Brexit? article icon

Money & Business

Was British business always planning for Brexit?

Although businesses made - largely - pro-remain statements during the referendum, their strategies suggest they were expecting to leave, says new research.

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5 mins
Banks as utilities and the future of payments article icon

Money & Business

Banks as utilities and the future of payments

In a wide-ranging discussion, Ecobank's Edward George shares his personal views about the future of banks, and digital strategy across African markets.

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10 mins
Catalonia: What happens now? article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Catalonia: What happens now?

Dr Paul Kennedy shares his assessment of where the dissolution of the Catalonian parliament and announcement of new elections leaves both sides.

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5 mins
Methods in Motion: Research Modes, Moves, Methods article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Methods in Motion: Research Modes, Moves, Methods

Elizabeth Silva rounds off the 'Methods in Motion' blog series reflecting on how her own life experience has informed her ways of knowing, and the contribution made by the MiM blogs to advancing 'how we know'.

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5 mins
Strategies to reduce the prison population article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Strategies to reduce the prison population

Dr David Scott explores the rising prison population in the UK and considers a number of measures aimed at downsizing the system.  

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5 mins
Radical alternatives to prison article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Radical alternatives to prison

Dr David Scott considers the limitations of conventional prison facilities and proposes a number of radical alternative ways of responding to human wrongdoing.

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5 mins
What part did citizen science play in hurricane disaster relief? video icon

Science, Maths & Technology

What part did citizen science play in hurricane disaster relief?

The Caribbean was hit by two powerful hurricanes in quick succession - Irma and Maria. Citizen scientists were amongst those who swung into action to help, explains Rebekah Yore.

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5 mins
The People on the Notes: Adam Smith article icon

History & The Arts

The People on the Notes: Adam Smith

Adam Smith, author of Wealth of Nations, has been the face of the £20 note since 2007. But have we got the wrong idea about his impact on the history of ideas?

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10 mins
Learning How To Learn: Words from the Wise article icon

Education & Development

Learning How To Learn: Words from the Wise

Considering distance learning? Be inspired by some of the world's greatest writers, philosophers and leaders throughout history with these reflective quotes on learning and self-development. 

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5 mins
The Legacy of Nuclear Power: Part 1 audio icon

Nature & Environment

The Legacy of Nuclear Power: Part 1

How do local communities respond to the risks and opportunities of nuclear power? 

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10 mins