Why we need Philosophy
Gwen Smit takes on the task of bringing philosophy back to the realms of relevance and the every day with the help of Mary Midgley and her work on arguing…
society
Spotlight: the best food societies at Durham University
Emily O'Mullane judges and compares the different food societies that Durham University has to offer.
Should Valentine’s Day be as important as society dictates?
As Valentine’s Day rolls around once more, whilst many couples are buying oversized teddy bears, cliché Valentine’s cards and bottles of bubbly, many of us are left thinking ‘I wish…
What two studies can tell us about the determinants of being considered ‘wealthy’ and ‘upper class’ in the UK
Broaching a prickly subject with studies done on people’s perceptions of wealth
FIFA cards as world narrative manipulation
FIFA gets analysed highlighting the severity and distinctness of its societal impact.
One for the World- ending extreme poverty
Helen Tyler-Cole talks with Susanne Karbe about the new student-led Durham society aiming to end extreme poverty.
Social Genomics; the newest narrative of Post-Mining Communities.
The genetic underpinnings of social behaviours are a controversial emerging field in science. Annalise Murray asks if a new study considering British coal mining pitches it right.
Towards a new and Dangerous ism: Ageism?
Although efforts to tackle racism and sexism are commendable, a new ism is on the rise and calls for attention: ageism.
Body Image: How our Bodies are Valued by Society
But what exactly are we trying to attain?