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Our globally interconnected world is not at peace with diversity, this is where internationalisation can step-in.
The real risk is from sudden storms – but there are ways to limit the damage, if cities start planning now.
Rats were less able to find food after only three days on a diet high in sugar and saturated fat. So could a bad diet also be affect the human brain?
Remote care is more than the mere sum of technological devices.
The DUP and Sinn Féin face direct rule if they can’t agree on a programme for government.
The culture secretary must make a call on the deal based on the public interest.
There is a way to get homes where we need them, and it’s about making the most of what we’ve already got.
The debate about what role the Lords play in Brexit is potentially based on a misunderstanding about what the upper house actually does.
In these narcissistic and anxious times, existentialism has a lot to offer.
Why we need more physical activity in the classroom.
Information is assumed to be key to changing people’s attitudes and behaviour. Sadly this isn’t the case.
The law isn’t clear on whether someone can even consent to eyeball tattoos, skin implants, tongue splitting or ear pointing.
Media plurality is vital in a democracy. Full ownership of Sky would give the Murdoch family too much power.
This is not (quite) Downton-Abbey-in-India.
The footwear retailer, once a staple of the UK high street, is being forced by falling sales to consider its options.
Nitrogen trichloride makes swimming pools smell and is a good indicator of plenty of pee.
Demand has surged for Snapchat’s stock but the loss-making company’s long-term success is far from certain.
It’s hard to award a prize to esteemed former leaders when so many are determined to die in office.
New research shows how ancient rainforest cultures have left their mark on today’s plantlife.
A transcript from a segment of The Anthill podcast about the futuristic visions of Filippo Marinetti.
The continent needs investment – and China has long been providing it.
This rough and tumble sport has smashed through gender stereotypes – can it now be a force for social change?
The Lords’ amendment to the Brexit bill doesn’t allay EU citizens’ fear for their future.
Social media use is weakly associated with depressed mood in the young, but it’s not clear which way cause and effect runs.