We can’t ignore the warnings

8:37am Wednesday 24th September 2008

Lots of people have heard of global warming – which is also known as the “greenhouse effect” – but are not sure of exactly what it is, what will happen if left, or what the current effects are.

It’s vital to nurture raw talent

11:21am Wednesday 10th September 2008

Footballers are being portrayed to the public as overpaid, inconsiderate people. A prime example of this is Manchester United’s Cristiano Ronaldo.

Are national ID cards necessary?

4:20pm Wednesday 3rd September 2008

The National Identity Card scheme is a government initiative which will see every British citizen placed on a register and given a national ID card in a bid to “strengthen national security” and to “protect people’s identity”. The register, which will hold biometric information and a ’biographical footprint’ including date of birth etc, is due to be introduced initially in 2009 for foreign nationals and key workers. However, far from being confidently supported by the general public, the scheme is proving to be more controversial than ever, with a 2006 study reporting a 15 per cent drop in support, to 46 per cent.

Can we face the Chinese challenge?

8:27am Wednesday 20th August 2008

I was disappointed with the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympics.

Don’t put the blame on hip-hop

8:35am Wednesday 13th August 2008

People today listen to different types of music. We all listen to a wide range of music ranging from rock, pop to hip-hop.

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Why it’s best to let teens think for themselves

4:41pm Tuesday 5th August 2008

Independence is defined as being free from control or influence from others. Whether it is a good thing however, I don’t believe can be clarified as easily as that.

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The blurred messages over image

8:38am Wednesday 30th July 2008

I found it quite disturbing when looking at the news online the other day. A huge picture of Amy Winehouse took up the whole screen along with a story about how a waxwork model of herself had been unveiled at Madame Tussauds.

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Why I’m in no great hurry to grow up

8:54am Wednesday 16th July 2008

Imagine if your life goals were handed to you on a plate tomorrow. You land your dream job, meet ‘the one’ and get a mortgage. What a nightmare that would be! My number one priorities are basking in immaturity and continuing my search for the ultimate fun.

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Uni’s value cannot be underestimated

8:31am Wednesday 9th July 2008

As more and more people are enticed into further education, the rewards may seem ever more distant. The reason for going to university for many is to increase the chances of a better career, but after three years, are students any closer to their dream job?

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Staying in is the new going out...

8:44am Wednesday 2nd July 2008

Going on a night out is great. Getting all dressed up, hair and make-up done, meeting up with all your mates for a chat and a bit of a laugh, maybe a little flirting with someone new, drinking a little wine or beer, listening to some nice music, and a bit of dancing.

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