Ziggy in an age without stardust

Article Abstract:

Former Professor of Sociology and Author Zygmunt Bauman defines sociology as interpreting human life. He suggests consumerism is a sham because its leads people to expect they can have anything. Bauman was forced to leave Poland with his family in 1938, because they were Jews. He controversially suggested the holocaust occurred as a result of constant striving to make society change, which he calls modernity. He views the postmodern age as where change happens constantly but without the feeling it will eventually achieve its goal. Bauman retired from Leeds University, England, in 1990.

Authors, Writers, College teachers, College faculty, Interview, Bauman, Zygmunt

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Cracking Colossus; rebuilding of the Bletchley Park decoder from wartime memories

Article Abstract:

The forerunner of modern computers was built at Bletchley Park during the Second World War to crack German codes. The site is now being sold, and enthusiasts want to buy it and build a museum showing the work of the codebreakers. It is estimated that without their work the war would have lasted longer. The Colossus codebreaker was top secret and none of those working with it had full knowledge of its capabilities, so reconstruction will be difficult.

Science and technology policy, World War II, 1939-1945

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Red faces over the facts of life

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Research has shown that many parents feel embarrassed talking about sexual matters with their children. Many parents are quite happy discussing the topic with small children, but it becomes more difficult when they become teenagers. One survey shows that ease of communication could not be forced, and that frankness could be damaging if it occurred when the child was not ready to have a discussion.

Surveys, Sex education

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