Democracy and higher education have a positive relationship. The growth of universities in the United States coincided with the country becoming more democratic. While the early colleges were founded in British colonies under a monarchy, the emphasis on research, teaching, and educating the whole student flourished as democracy took hold. Despite the stain of slavery, … Read more
At a health center in Brixton, it appeared to be an ordinary day, but a change in the law has transformed their lives and the lives of their patients for the better. It is the first time in decades – they hope – that nobody going in or out of the abortion clinic will face … Read more
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Boohoo has responded to demands from Mike Ashley’s retail empire to appoint him as chief executive, stating the need to safeguard its commercial interests. The online fast-fashion retailer, which holds discussions with Frasers Group, emphasized … Read more