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. […]
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
Education
Adolescent exam anxiety can be intensified by pressure to achieve, says academic
Former teacher Professor of Education David Putwain says “heavy-handed” messages around test results can fuel extreme worry among some 16- to 18-year-olds, even when others respond well to such messages.This post was originally published on […]
Education
Study says Labor must address leveling-up failures by promoting a strong skills base in weaker economies
If Labor is serious about addressing regional economic inequalities, it must reverse Conservative education policies, specifically the flagship “leveling-up” agenda which did nothing to disrupt the concentration of university graduates in wealthier parts of the […]
Economics & Business
Daylight saving time: Economic expert explains risks and benefits
We just experienced the “fall back”—that is, to set our clocks back an hour and bring daylight saving time to an end. While many enjoy the extra hour of sleep, the necessity of daylight saving […]
Education
Understanding nature disconnection and eco-anxiety in young people
An interdisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Adelaide has taken a deeper look at the nature disconnection and eco-anxiety experienced by young people.This post was originally published on this site