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    Is Duolingo an effective tool for language learning?

    Rosie Treanor Millions all over the globe make it their daily routine to click on the green owl app to continue their streak in whatever language they are learning. Whether that’s one of the most popular language pathways like Spanish or French; dead or barely spoken languages like Norse...
  • How science culture fuels misconduct

    Giselle Dailey Scientific research, built on the principles of rationality, evidence, and objectivity, faces an ongoing challenge in maintaining its integrity amidst growing incidents of misconduct. From fabricated data to unethical practices, such as those seen in the infamous case of Hwang Woo-Suk, the pressure to publish and succeed...
  • People vs the High Street: the rise of online secondhand

    Isimi Oludipe The British high street, a familiar and beloved part of local communities, is facing a period of significant change, although it can be argued that it has been a long while coming. The impact of the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis, coupled with the rise of online...
  • How to be a genius – owning your craft might be easier than you think

    Summer Revely Ever wanted to know how to be a genius in your field? Or do you just want to know how to get the best out of your working hours? Summer Revely’s article might just be the answer… It’s no secret that when you ‘get in the zone’...
  • Spooky books to unsettle

    Zoe Monroe Halloween is the perfect time for uncovering spooky novels of the past, each one as gruesome and twisted as the other. Whether you are looking for a quick read depicting the horrors of the human mind or something bordering the lines between the mythical and the supernatural,...
  • ‘Brat Summer’ is over – it’s time for some ‘Demure’

    Amelia Cropley Farewell, ‘Brat Summer’; welcome to the show, ‘Demure Autumn’! Oh yes, the fashion trend of the season has quickly changed once again. Although ‘trends’ have recently exited the bandwagon, having been replaced with vibes and aesthetics. The summer of 2024 quickly adopted the aesthetic of a so-called...
  • Eco or Ego? The pros and cons of ecotourism

    Hannah Atkinson Swanky spa resorts, open bars, temperatures that reach over 20° – who doesn’t love a holiday? A chance to relax, forget about work and drink copious amounts of alcohol – everything you do at home, just without the guilt. But for a lot of young people, traditional...