Society
‘Mental rigidity’ at the root of intense political partisanship on both left and right – study
29 Aug 2019Latest research shows that reduced cognitive flexibility is associated with more 'extreme' beliefs and identities at both ends of the political...
Climate change to shrink economies of rich, poor, hot and cold countries alike unless Paris Agreement holds
19 Aug 2019Study suggests that 7% of global GDP will disappear by 2100 as a result of business-as-usual carbon emissions, including over 10% of incomes in both...
Secret recordings reveal the sexual struggles of Fifties Britain
16 Apr 2019A new study of pioneering counselling sessions explores how women sought to overcome sexual difficulties at a pivotal moment in Britain’s sex history.
Knife crime: assault data can help forecast fatal stabbings
12 Apr 2019Knife crime data from a 12-month period could be used to help forecast the London neighbourhoods most likely to suffer a fatal stabbing the following...