Dr Sheila Sweetinburgh discusses immigration in the 15th century and compares to experiences today.
Taking a stand to eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls
Dr Sofia Graca discusses UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and why we should continue to mark important awareness days.
The end of a geopolitical era?
Dr Alex Kent reflects on the contribution that HM Queen Elizabeth II has made to global geopolitics.
Pilgrimage and late medieval Canterbury
For centuries, following the murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket in 1170, Canterbury has been a major Christian pilgrimage destination. Ahead of the city’s annual Medieval Pageant, Dr Sheila Sweetinburgh explores the experiences the medieval pilgrims inside and outside the city walls.
Putin’s vision for Russia: A tale of two statues
Dr Alex Kent explores Putin’s motivations by reflecting on the meanings of two monumental bronze statues.
It’s time to think about our sleep
Joel Petch and Dr Andrew Westwood from Kent and Medway Medical School offer some tips on how to get a good night’s sleep.
Should NATO impose a no-fly zone in Ukraine?
Dr Alexander Kent, Reader in Cartography and Geographic Information Science, discusses NATO’s decision not to impose a no-fly zone over Ukraine.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: Putin’s great geopolitical gamble
Dr Alexander Kent, Reader in Cartography and Geographic Information Science, reflects on Vladimir Putin’s geopolitical ambitions.
Remembering victims of the Holocaust
On Holocaust Memorial Day, Dr Laura Cashman introduces a new cross-faculty research group who wish to promote inclusion of Gypsy, Roma and Travellers.