We must stop ignoring the human tragedy of the Uyghurs
Sidney Pycroft examines why the world has failed to hold China accountable for its treatment of the Uyghur population.
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Why the ‘No Book Deals for Traitors’ protest worries me
A books opinion article from Sidney Pycroft arguing against the 'No Book Deals for Traitors' open letter from 500+ book industry members that calls for publishers to refuse to sign book deals for members of the Trump administration.
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UK Government announces a further £50 million in funding to support struggling students
The UK government have committed to giving an additional £50 million to help support students who are struggling financially due to the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns.
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Why do we love hardback books?
Sidney Pycroft explores why readers are willing to pay more for hardback books, from their prioritisation for new releases to their higher quality and special features.
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Over one-third of students dissatisfied with academic experience this term
According to a new Office of National Statistics (ONS) poll of students in England more than one third said that they were unhappy with the academic experience this term.
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Strike action would reinforce the narrative that students are an inconvenience
The University and College Union (UCU) have warned that they will strike yet again if face-to-face teaching resumes. This time round they are implying that students are plague rats. Their previous reasons for striking included working conditions, workload, and pension cuts. This is now somewhat ironic considering growing complaints from students...
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Gavin Williamson’s Post Qualification Application system could see pupils apply after receiving their A-level results
The Department for Education has announced it is consulting on ideas to have pupils take exams earlier and apply to universities after, rather than before, they get their results.
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Poor white teenagers are least likely in England to go to university
Poor white teenagers in coastal areas or former industrial towns are the least likely to go to university, warns the Office for Students.
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The problems facing the 14th Doctor
Sidney Pycroft looks back on the pitfalls of Chris Chibnall's latest season of Doctor Who, whilst reflecting on who could be the new Doctor, and the issues they will face.
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Pupils – not teachers or algorithms – should be trusted with their grades
Sidney Pycroft analyses the consequences of cancelling exams for the second year in a row, arguing that teacher predictions will lead to widespread grade inflation.
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Students demand more support and reduced tuition fees over the quality of online learning
Students frustrated by their university experience this year are threatening strike action to protest the quality of their online tuition.
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OPEC: How a locked-down world and American Shale spell long-term trouble
Sidney Pycroft looks at why OPEC might be in trouble, from worldwide lockdowns to the US shale industry.
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The comfort factor of books
Sidney Pycroft reflects on what makes some books perfect the perfect comfort, highlighting some personal examples.
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