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The international students struggling to feed themselves in lockdown
This report from Channel 4 News highlights some of the problems that internationals students are facing as a result of the pandemic with many not eligible for support/benefits. As a result, they...
100,000 deaths: reflecting on those we have lost
This video reflects on some of the lives lost as a result of coronavirus in the UK, speaking to relatives and loved ones. The video could be used for the Health unit.
This article explores the information war between coronavirus sceptics and those who are trying to fight back against the spread of misinformation.
After Covid, will digital learning be the new normal?
Here is an article that discusses the use of digital learning in the classroom.
Young carers' mental health 'deteriorating' in lockdown, says charity
This article highlights the issues facing young carers in the UK.
Migrant caravan: Mexico presses US to reform immigration policies
Thousands of migrants attempt to reach the United States each year in an attempt to flee persecution and poverty and also as a result of climate change.
According to research from the British Social Attitudes Survey, nearly half (47%) of Briton's surveyed identify their jobs as working class (and this includes those in managerial roles).
Brexit leaves Spain's Costa Brits facing dilemmas
Since January 1st, the UK has been seen as a 'third country" to the EU since it is no longer a member.
"There is a mental health crisis with or without corona"
This short video highlights a BBC investigation into student mental health at university, and it could be used for the Education unit.
Pope changes law so women are allowed to perform tasks in mass
In a significant change to Catholic church law, Pope Francis has said that lay women can now perform certain tasks during mass.
Here is another article that could be used for The Media unit about the use chatbots.
Big Tech and 'Free Speech'
A number of big tech companies have recently banned Donald Trump from using their services and this has led to a discussion about the use of technology and free speech.
Rishi Sunak to launch £3bn unemployment support plan
The UK government have announced a support scheme for those who are unemployed due to fears of an increase in those seeking work as a result of the pandemic.
1 in 5 secondary school pupils at home due to coronavirus in England
It has been reported that 1/5 secondary students in England are currently at home due to the coronavirus.
Period poverty: Scotland first in world to make period products free
The Scottish government has announced that period products will be made free for "anyone who needs them".
The UN has allocated $100 million to provide emergency funding for a number of countries who are at risk of famine, including Ethiopia and Yemen.
Apprentice redundancy numbers rise: 'I was devastated'
Information provided by the Freedom of Information Act has found that a number of people have been made redundant from apprenticeship schemes as a result of coronavirus.
Mary Wollstonecraft statue: 'Mother of feminism' sculpture provokes backlash
A statue has been unveiled to honour the 'mother of feminism' Mary Wollstonecraft in London.
Poor diet: Children 20cm shorter as a result, analysis says
This article from BBC News highlights how diet affects your height.
Marcus Rashford welcomes school holiday support climbdown
The British government have established a winter grant scheme to support families who require additional support with their bills and food costs.