Mark Cantrell's Blog, page 15

Blog: No drug alters perception quite like the words

Be careful what you write, you never know where it might take you...

Gaza: Might is not right and journalism is not a crime, whatever the Israeli military thinks

The destruction of media offices in Gaza has rightly provoked angry condemnation of Israel’s actions.

Health: Flooded homes pose greater mental health risks for women, study finds

Scientists claim women are more likely than men to suffer psychological distress from flooded homes.

News: Climate charity Carbon Copy invites photographers to snap visions of green tomorrow

UK climate charity runs its first photography competition to celebrate local efforts to build a sustainable world.

Music: Lockdown inspires a Morse Code muse for band’s protest album

Not everyone has been agreeable to lockdown, but one indie band has turned discontent to music – in Morse Code.

Poetry: New prize honours James Berry with support for poets of colour

A new poetry prize established in honour of the late writer James Berry aims to shake up Britain’s poetical landscape.

Citizen Zero: Language is a vital tool for keeping the poor in their place

When the language of the powerful becomes common refrain then we all become collaborators in denying humanity to the weakest among us.

Health: A good cuppa offers brain boost for those over-85, study claims

Researchers say drinking tea is good for the elderly mind, so let's put the kettle on and brew a cuppa while we consider their claims.

Culture: Liverpool’s Garstang Museum creates 3D virtual exhibits

A Liverpool museum is supporting efforts to beat Covid-19 restrictions by using digital technology to create 3D virtual models of exhibits.

Nature: Leeds adopts plan to reforest the city

Yorkshire city's leaders urge residents to embrace woodland culture.