Why do we read about accidents? Lessons from 18th-century English newspapers
If it bleeds, it leads is a well-known maxim associated with journalism. Accident reports often attract readers, even when their headlines give away the plot. This has been true for over three hundred years, since reading the news became part of daily life in 18th-century Britain.
Tanzanias tomato harvest goes to waste: solar-powered cold storage could be a sustainable solution
Feeding Africas growing population is a big development challenge for governments, policy makers and agriculture experts. Adding to the challenge is the high level of food loss and waste that most small-scale farmers experience.
How to make post-secondary study more accessible? Collaboration between instructors and disability counsellors
Forty years after the enactment of Canadas first childrens special education laws, universities and colleges have made significant strides in accessible education for adult students with disabilities.
5 steps for tackling Canadas long-term care crisis: It starts with valuing the well-being of workers
Canadas long-term care sector was by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Convictions remain rare when police are accused of sexual assault
Over the past few years, social movements from to have raised awareness of sexual violence, police brutality and systemic racism.
Supporting the next generation of leading researchers
Eight Queens students and researchers have been recognized nationally with Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships and Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships.
Puttin on the Ritz and improving well-being with older adults through virtual music theatre
Digital programming and virtual interactions, initially considered to be stop-gap measures during the first few waves of the pandemic, may now be an important part of supporting many peoples health and well-being including the well-being of older adults.
How Canadas new credit card surcharge will affect consumers and businesses
Canada has some of the highest interchange fees in the world. Interchange fees are the fees businesses pay each time their customers pay by credit card.