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.
Tanzania’s tomato harvest goes to waste: solar-powered cold storage could be a sustainable solution
Feeding Africa’s 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.
Outstanding students honoured
Faculty members gather to honour top students in the Faculty of Arts and Science
Annual reports show progress in diversity and campus culture at Queen’s
Reports detail progress being made in delivering EDII goals and implementing TRC recommendations.
Building connection one link at a time
When David Kepes, Artsci’11, approached the management team of the long-term care facility where his grandparents resided during the preliminary stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, he came with a plan.
Six members of Queen’s community named to Order of Canada
Six members of the Queen’s community – including a public servant who helped implement the North American Free Trade agreement and the long-time artistic director of the Shaw Festival – are among the new appointments to the Order of Canada.
How to make post-secondary study more accessible? Collaboration between instructors and disability counsellors
Forty years after the enactment of Canada’s first children’s special education laws, universities and colleges have made significant strides in accessible education for adult students with disabilities.
5 steps for tackling Canada’s long-term care crisis: It starts with valuing the well-being of workers
Canada’s long-term care sector was hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.