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Are women safe online in 2025?

Are women safe online in 2025?

The 2000s was not the only period when the dot-com bubble burst in the market; it was also the beginning of a new type of cost - the safety of many, particularly women and girls worldwide. Although an online presence can create a haven for equal access to information and a...

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New study pinpoints β€˜optimal’ length of a regular working week

New study pinpoints β€˜optimal’ length of a regular working week

In a new working paper, the National Bureau of Economic has determined that 37 hours is the most β€˜optimal’ length of a working week. It comes after years of experimentation with hours and formats to better cater for employees. Are you a morning person? Find yourself more productive in the afternoon? Or do you prefer to work late into the night? Whatever your preference, it’s safe to say that most...

By Bristol, UK
Why are Gen Z med students avoiding going into primary care?

Why are Gen Z med students avoiding going into primary care?

On the path towards becoming a medical professional, most young students see primary care training as a stepping stone, rather than a final destination. This spells trouble for the healthcare system, unless crucial changes are made. β€˜Everybody wanna be a rapper or influencer…. we need DOCTORS!!!!!!’ Reading a tweet like this about a year ago, I had a little chuckle, having recently noticed that several people I knew had given up...

By London, UK
Understanding Trump’s interest in annexing Canada

Understanding Trump’s interest in annexing Canada

It short, Canada, as a potential 51st state, saves the US a lot of money. Both Canada and the United States are known for their long-committed alliance marked by numerous milestones. After the second world war, both nations established a binational military command – NORAD, for the purpose of ensuring a North American defence. Playing a pivotal role in trade between both was the North American Free Trade Agreement...

By Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Jamie Laing raises Β£2 million for charity in ultramarathon challenge

Jamie Laing raises Β£2 million for charity in ultramarathon challenge

The former Made In Chelsea star and current BBC Radio 1 DJ challenged himself to run five ultramarathons in five days for Comic Relief and Red Nose Day. He says he had never gone further than a 5k before starting. The BBC Radio 1 DJ and former Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing has completed his ultramarathon challenge, running five full marathons over five consecutive days. Jamie’s attempt to complete...

By Bristol, UK