In ancient Mesopotamia, the Code of Hammurabi (c. 18th century BCE) used the principle of lex talionis: “eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth”, for crimes. Punishments included physical mutilation (cutting off hands, breasts, tongues, or eyes) for offences like hitting a parent, stealing property, or switching a baby. There was death for crimes such as robbery or stealing from temples. Imprisonment existed…
For our research, we decided to look into the Ethics of Medicine, as we believe it is a very relevant part of today’s society, especially as improvements in technology have allowed for huge advancements within medicine, making it important to keep ethics in mind, as new technology often brings forward more complex ethical dilemmas For the basis of our project, we used the four…
Burning the ground with an otherworldly heat, the sun has draped a bright, sticky glow over Gordons’ School. Students darting between air-conditioned classrooms, mini plastic fans and sports cancellations seem to be 2026’s summer icons. In addition, as things heat up, both our capacity to function at school and our moods quickly change. Just as fast as the weather, growing more dangerous with each year. Could climate change be to blame? If…
Social media is a fast-growing industry with no sign of slowing down. However, one of the most controversial developments in recent years has been the rise of the “reject and pay” model. This system forces users into an uncomfortable choice: either accept extensive tracking and data collection or pay a fee to protect their privacy. After all, who wants to pay simply to keep their personal…