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Magda has a BSc/MSc in psychology and co-authored several articles on trait attribution and moral judgements. She taught social psychology and IT skills to undergraduates and SPSS and questionnaire design to junior researchers in a commercial research agency.

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Arts & Humanities > Museum Reviews Museum reviews: Natural History Museum, London, UK: 1 of 4
Natural History Museum is one of the largest museums of this type in the world, with over 70 million specimens collected in several areas: Botany, Entomology, Mineralogy, Palaeontology and Zoology. It's not just a collection but a place of research, especially on taxonomy and identification of species. The building itself is ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Political Philosophy Are totalitarian governments fair?: 1 of 4
Of course totalitarian governments are not fair! I would risk a claim that they cannot possibly be fair, given the nature of individual human beings as well as all human societies that have ever existed. Any discussion of "fairness" is impossible without being a little bit more specific as to what "fair" could be, and I will ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Children's Literature Book reviews: The Cat in the Hat, by Dr. Seuss: 1 of 4
It's hard to believe that "The Cat in a Hat" uses just 236 words, none of them above two syllables! Dr Seuss started writing his books with the idea of providing texts that would make learning to read and practicing reading fun and as easy as possible. Only careful examination of the illustrations, especially those including ... More..
Education > Colleges & Universities (Other) Should college education be available to the many or reserved for the few?: 3 of 11
I believe that higher, university level education should be reserved for the few (read on for what I mean by "few") because it's the only way the society can maintain standards of its scholarship, science and thought.I consider myself to be what Americans call a liberal, and what in other places on Earth is called a social-de... More..
Personal Finance > Personal Finance (Other) Ways to help neighbors who might be struggling financially (without insulting them): 20 of 72
We are living in hard times: the bubbles are bursting all around and more and more people are struggling financially. But material hardship can also bring the best out in people. A friend in need is a friend indeed, and the same applies to neighbours.Modern society is very individualistic: paradoxically, the widespread afflue... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit 6 credit card truths: 4 of 14
There are some pretty universal - and not always obvious - truths that are worth bearing in mind when searching for credit cards, applying for one and using it. All credit cards are not created equal, and it pays to do your research before applying for one. The choice of the best credit cards will depend on particular circums... More..
Arts & Humanities > Children's Literature Book reviews: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by Eric Carle: 4 of 14
This book is a true children's classic - and rightly so. I am not normally fan of Eric Carle, despite his perennial popularity and great hype, but this one is a clear winner.I don't know what it is about caterpillar themed books that appeals so much, although I suppose it must be the (unbearable, obviously) suspense of trans... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories Wheels, deals and fun: How to choose a baby stroller: 2 of 7
How to Choose a Baby Carriage [pram, pushchair, buggy or stroller]?A pushchair, buggy or pram are going to be one of the most important baby purchases you will make, unless you are one of these rare people that manage just with a sling. It's also likely to be one of the most expensive items you buy, so choosing a right one is... More..
Personal Finance > Financial Planning The costs of having a baby: 6 of 20
While trying for a baby and in the flurry of excitement (and inconveniences) of pregnancy, it's easy to forget the financial aspect of having a child. But some financial planning is advisable, nay, necessary, especially if you want to have your mind (and hands) free to deal with the new arrival. There are several things to co... More..
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity Why do women live longer than men: 8 of 26
The search for immortality is an age-old human dream. The search for eternal youth - even more so, especially in our age-obsessed age. One of the consistent finding of researchers searching for clues to human ageing (and prolonging life) is the fact that women live longer in almost every country, and that difference has been ... More..