Economics & Business
Political bickering and policy uncertainty take a toll on business investment, research shows
Partisan squabbling isn’t just annoying—it’s also bad for business.This post was originally published on this site
Month: November 2024
Social Sciences
Man Utd: The myth of the ‘all-powerful’ football manager is why so many of them get the sack
The sacking of a top football manager is not unusual. It happens frequently, every season. The latest (well-compensated) victim is Erik ten Hag, who was shown the door at Manchester United on October 28 2024.This […]
Social Sciences
Big companies profit from poverty but aren’t obliged to uphold human rights. International law must change
There is some disagreement among legal practitioners and scholars about whether corporations have duties under international law.This post was originally published on this site
Social Sciences
Guns, militia and social media amplify the risks of political violence during the US election
Political violence is hardly new to America. Since the country’s inception, gunmen have shaped its political landscape, from the Civil War to the Ku Klux Klan, to high-profile assassinations and the bombing of federal buildings. […]
Social Sciences
Report reveals challenges facing transnational families
A new report from the University of Reading brings to light the unique and often overlooked challenges faced by families living across national borders.This post was originally published on this site
Education
Study reveals disparities in Brazilian schools—rate of physical, learning disabilities three times official statistics
A team led by Stanford education Assistant Professor Guilherme Lichand found the rate of physical and learning disabilities in the country’s K-12 schools to be more than three times the official statistic.This post was originally […]
Education
Research program advocates for more neurodiversity inclusive workplaces
University of Melbourne researchers are leading a purpose built program advocating for more neurodiversity inclusive workplaces.This post was originally published on this site
Social Sciences
New book explores the relationship between beauty and crisis
Creating and nurturing beauty in dark times helps us endure another day. Beauty can help us appraise how we live and how we can build better lives. Its presence or absence is a critique of […]
Social Sciences
Handling the hype: Researcher seeks to improve science communication
Being a scientist has its challenges. Knowing how to communicate your scientific research in a socially responsible manner can be even more difficult. Thankfully, one researcher at Michigan State University and colleagues at several other […]
Social Sciences
New research challenges gendered perceptions of domestic abuse
A new study by the University of Portsmouth has questioned whether judgments of partner abuse are “rose-tinted” towards women.This post was originally published on this site