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The overwhelming majority (80%) of respondents use social media, with 78% using it at least once a day, according to new research undertaken by the Medical Defence Union (MDU). The survey of 1,797 MDU members also revealed that the most popular channels were Facebook which is used by 75% followed by Instagram and YouTube which are… Read more »
The UK is conspicuously absent from the list of signatories to a statement published by the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance (IRFBA) that highlights the persecution of the non-religious and calls for their protection. IRFBA is a network of 38 countries committed to advancing freedom of religion or belief around the world with the Prime… Read more »
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The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) has taken over operations to provide peace and stability in Afghanistan. NATO is taking over control of the International Security Assistance Force (Isaf) from Germany and the Netherlands in a ceremony in the country’s capital Kabul. This is the first time that NATO has commanded an operation of this… Read more »
Pupils could be able to skip GCSEs if the schools decide they are a waste of time, according to the head of the government’s exam watchdog. The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) head Ken Boston claims that headteachers should decide whether or not students sit GCSEs or go straight on to the AS exams. Dr… Read more »