Category: World

  The European Commission has presented a plan to counter the increasing security threats posed by drones across the EU.  In recent years, the EU has faced growing challenges relating to drones, such as hostile overflights, airspace violations, disruptions to airports, and risks to critical infrastructure, external borders and public spaces. The new plan represents […]

Swedish is a vibrant language spoken by about 10 million people, mostly in Sweden and Finland. But Swedish young people are often proficient in English, too. Sweden consistently ranks very high in English proficiency comparisons, with young people in Sweden speaking such good English that other countries are eyeing them with envy. Although English has […]

The DeepTech Catalyst Biotech Incubator (DTC Bio) is a collaboration between the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). Shaping a better tomorrow Addressing a range of real-world challenges, the latest businesses to join the DTC Bio are: Oshun Labs: developing functional products derived from seaweed to […]

Development aid is often provided by large, international NGOs based in the Global North. These globally operating NGOs are under growing pressure to adapt the nature of their work – including administrative tasks – to the places where it occurs. However, this process of localisation is rarely straightforward. It’s not just about transferring responsibilities or […]

If the person who died had insurance, contact their insurance company as soon as possible. Read the general guidance on what to do when someone dies abroad if you’re not sure if they had insurance. The insurance company should appoint a funeral director in Oman and the UK. They may also cover the cost of […]

If you’re bilingual, moral choices can often feel more urgent and emotionally charged in one language yet distant and rational in another. This raises an intriguing question: does language merely shape how we express our thoughts, or can it also influence what we judge to be right or wrong? Our research team has explored this […]

Dear research and innovation community, In recent days there has been concern and speculation about the levels of investment for curiosity driven and applied research. At the same time details of a significant programme of savings that are required to put the Science and Technologies Facilities Council (STFC)’s finances on a sustainable footing have become […]

For decades, treating serious brain disorders has often meant making a difficult trade-off. Symptoms could be relieved, but usually at the cost of invasive surgery and implanted electrodes that stay in the body for life.  “Having wires in your body isn’t ideal,” said neuroscientist Mavi Sanchez-Vives, head of the Systems Neuroscience group at the IDIBAPS research […]

Getting help with living in Qatar Help from the Qatari government For any questions about moving to or living in Qatar, you may be able to get help from the: The UK government and the British Embassy in Doha cannot give personalised advice on moving to, living or retiring in Qatar. Professional help in Qatar […]

Menstrual symptoms can severely affect a person’s working life. To combat this, the idea of menstrual leave has emerged. This legal measure allows workers to take time off when their period symptoms are too difficult to manage at work. It falls under the umbrella of menstrual health, a relatively new and broad concept that looks […]