A frenemy is a person who is both a friend and an enemy. In fact the term is a blend of the words “friend” and “enemy”, and it was first used in print by the American journalist Walter Winchell in 1953. Although Jessica Mitford, of the infamous Mitford sisters also claimed in 1977 that the word was invented by one of her sisters: "... an incredibly useful wo ... Show More
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[PODCASTHON] Why do inequalities begin in early childhood?
Most of us would like to believe that the world can be a place of equal opportunities, where everyone has the same potential to shape their future, no matter their background. But in reality, the conditions into which a child is born is likely to shape their health, development a ... Show More
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Why are we so fascinated by true crime?
The 21st century has seen true crime stories surge in popularity, dominating bookshelves and TV schedules. Documentaries like Making A Murderer and podcasts like Serial, which investigate real-life crimes, have become smash hits, attracting millions of viewers and downloads. Over ... Show More
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