Samah Tabba

The science of ‘floor time’

At some point in your life – likely during exam season – you’ve probably found yourself sprawled out on the floor of your home staring at the ceiling, wondering how life got to this point. Or maybe you’ve seen it on social media: people dramatically flopping onto the ground as...
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Posted May. 5, 2025

Trump attacks funding for LGBTQIA+ arts

Donald Trump has demanded that the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) deny grants to projects promoting gender ideology, leading to consequent protests and legal action. The NEA, supposedly an independent agency of the United States federal government, offers support and funding for projects exhibiting artistic excellence. Yet, American theatre...
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Posted Apr. 7, 2025

Cadillac given green light for Formula One entry

The FIA and F1 have confirmed that General Motors (GM) will get a spot on the grid next year, and will be naming their new team after the luxury Cadillac brand. Cadillac are the first new team to join the fray since Haas in 2016, ending a period of 10...
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Posted Mar. 15, 2025

International Women’s Day celebrations

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated every year on 8 March. On this day, we recognise the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. The day calls for action to accelerate women’s equality and provides a platform to educate and raise awareness. It also calls for positive change...
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Posted Mar. 8, 2025

Is International Women’s Day inclusive enough?

International Women’s Day (IWD) is held annually on 8 March. It marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality, providing a platform to educate and raise awareness about women’s equality, call for positive change, and fundraise for women-focused charities. Yet, in recent years, the day has faced criticism for...
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Posted Mar. 8, 2025

Concerns over Chinese ‘dependence’ as Russell Group universities supported by £50m of Chinese funding

Russell Group universities are “completely dependent” on Chinese investment, experts have warned, after receiving nearly £50 million from Chinese sources over the past four years. A series of Freedom of Information requests sent to Russell Group universities revealed that institutions are heavily reliant on foreign investment at a time when...
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Posted Feb. 12, 2025