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Code-switching: the origins, purpose and pitfalls
The Explainer Balancing your identity and respectability politics sometimes means taking on a different tone or behavior to fit in
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Simulation theory: why The Matrix may be closer to fact than fiction
The Explainer Hypothesis that reality is an advanced super-computer simulation is backed by philosophers, scientists – and Elon Musk
By The Week UK Published
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Why you need a pension to avoid 'retirement regret'
The Explainer Millions could face a shortfall in their golden years by failing to save for their retirement
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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5 easy ways to start saving more
The Explainer Even if you start small, saving will eventually make a difference in your overall financial situation
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Key dates in the 2024 presidential election
The Explainer Primaries, conventions, and court dates — oh my!
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Last updated
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UK universities: why higher education is in crisis
The Explainer A combination of spiralling costs and fewer international students is leaving universities in serious financial trouble
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Last updated
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Psychedelic drugs and treating mental illness
The Explainer Scientists claim hallucinogenics could help treat depression and anxiety, but not everyone is convinced
By Elizabeth Carr-Ellis, The Week UK Published
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Understanding and saving the biocrust, Earth's living skin
The Explainer The planet's protective layer is being destroyed
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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The EEE virus is spreading in the US
The Explainer The mosquito strikes again
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of always having a credit freeze in place
The explainer Many people don't freeze their credit until their info gets exposed in a data breach — but you can also keep this protection in place before it happens
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The data centres that power the internet
The Explainer They are absolutely central to modern life, but data centres are increasingly proving a cause for concern
By The Week UK Published
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What to do if your personal information is exposed in a data breach
The Explainer Change your password, check your credit card statements and set up fraud alerts
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The UK's scams and fraud epidemic
The Explainer Record numbers are complaining they've fallen victim to online fraudsters
By Elizabeth Carr-Ellis, The Week UK Published
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China-Africa summit 2024: the tactics on both sides
The Explainer African nations seek more flexible approach from Beijing to relieve crippling 'debt distress'
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published
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How to spot and avoid ticket scams
The Explainer Music fans who missed out on Oasis tickets and those looking to book other major events should be vigilant
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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