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Our ape cousins show us empathy has deep evolutionary roots – new research

Dr Jake Brooker and Professor Zanna Clay of the Department of Psychology cover their research showing the softer side of apes.
Two adult apes sit on grass holding infant apes

Reimagining the Future of the Health Workforce

Professor of Sociology Brian Castellani delivered an opening address at the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Europe Symposium on Health Workforce Modelling for Action. The theme of the symposium was ‘Workforce Futures Reimagined’ and took place in Copenhagen on 28-30 April.
Professor Castellani is pictured at the WHO Symposium standing in front of a banner

Jordan joins regional push to sideline Islamist opposition

Associate Professor in Politics and Islam Rory McCarthy responds to news of Jordan's crackdown on the Islamist opposition.
The flag of Jordan flies in front of a blue sky

Pope Francis dies – an unconventional pontiff who sought to modernise Catholicism

Dr Liam Temple, Assistant Professor in our Department of Theology and Religion, reflects on Pope Francis’ tenure.
Pope Francis greeting crowds of people

The Net Positive mindset: a challenge to business leaders

We need a mindset shift in the next generation of global leaders, a global business leader has said.
Man speaking to audience, backs of heads in foreground

King Charles III to uphold tradition of Royal Maundy Service at Durham Cathedral

Professor Michael Snape from our department of Theology and Religion explores the history, symbolism, and contemporary significance of the Royal Maundy Service, which King Charles III will continue this Thursday at Durham Cathedral.
King Charles at the Durham Cathedral

Sudan civil war: despite appearances this is not a failed state – yet

Professor of History Justin Willis explains the ongoing conflict in Sudan, and explores what could happen next.
Protestors take to the streets in Sudan, waving Sudanese flags

The ‘morning shed’: a brief history of the sometimes dangerous lengths women have gone to look beautiful

As TikTok’s latest beauty fad goes viral, Dr Louise N Hanson of the Department of Psychology reflects on trends throughout history.
A closeup of a woman's lips with a needle injecting fluid

Children from poorer families do worse at school – here’s how to understand the disadvantage gap

Professor in the School of Education Nadia Siddiqui explains the disadvantage gap index and what can be done to reduce it.
Students sit at a table with books and writing utensils

Ukraine must not capitulate to a forced deal with Russia

Whether Kyiv’s resistance remains morally justifiable is fundamentally a matter of how much Ukraine and its people value their freedom and are prepared to sacrifice for it, writes Christopher Finlay, professor in political theory.
A girl holds a Ukrainian flag

Inside the sex lives of chimpanzees: it’s about much more than just reproduction

Dr Jake Brooker and Professor Zanna Clay of our Department of Psychology share their new research on the social role sex plays in bonobo and chimpanzee groups.
Four chimpanzees walk in a line in the forest

Ilona Maher and the myth of feminine fragility – how one rugby player is reshaping sport

Professor Stephen Mumford from our Department of Philosophy and Associate Professor Sheree Bekker discuss the impact that Ilona Maher is having on women's sports and perceptions of femininity, fragility.
White and blue rugby ball resting on the grass, with a sunny sky