The Conversation
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Why we’re so bad at spotting lies – most of us only perform slightly better than chance
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In a new article for The Conversation, Geoff Beattie, Professor of Psychology at Edge Hill University, discusses how to spot a lie.
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Why do some trees lose their leaves and others don't? The Conversation's Curious Kids podcast
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Listen to Paul Ashton, Professor of Botany discussing why some trees lose their leaves on The Conversation's Curious Kids podcast.
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Rihanna's religious imagery is a protest against feminine ideals of respectability and decency
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In a new article for The Conversation Dr Chris Greenough, Reader in Social Sciences at Edge Hill University takes a look at Rihanna's controversial outfits and use of religious imagery over the years.
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Why is Jesus often depicted with a six-pack? The muscular messiah reflects Christian values of masculinity
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In a new article for The Conversation, Chris Greenough Reader in Social Sciences at Edge Hill University explores why Jesus is often portrayed with a toned physique.
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Plants are flowering earlier than ever - here's how they sense the season's
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In a new article for The Conversation, Paul Ashton Head of Biology, explains how plants can sense the seasons and are blooming early.
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Drinking olive oil: a health and beauty elixir or celebrity fad in a shot glass?
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In a new article for The Conversation, Hazel Flight Programme Lead for Nutrition and Health at Edge Hill University has delved into one of the latest TikTok trends.
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Learning music the informal way some popular musicians do could inspire more school students
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In a new article for The Conversation, Anna Mariguddi, Lecturer in Education (music specialist), discusses music subjects that are on the decline and how we can inspire school students.
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'Sexualised' Jesus causes outrage in Spain – but Christians have long been fascinated by Christ's body
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In a new article for the Conversation, Chris Greenough, Reader in Social Sciences, adds some context to the reaction to an image of Jesus used to promote Holy Week in Seville
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How teenagers navigate the nuances of social media - and what adults can learn from them
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In a new article for The Conversation, Lynda Kaye, Associate Head of Psychology, looks at teenage use of different channels on social media
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Rishi Sunak's reputation for being tetchy has been seen in previous prime ministers - and it doesn't end well
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In a new article for The Conversation Ben Williams Associate Tutor in Politics and Social Sciences at Edge Hill University highlights Rishi Sunak's reputation for being tetchy.
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