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Ashley Morgan

Researcher and Senior Lecturer, Cardiff Metropolitan University
Dr Ashley Morgan is currently a Senior Lecturer in theory for Constellation in the Cardiff School of Art and Design at Cardiff Metropolitan University. Her main teaching focus is on the relationship between the Body and Art & Design.

Her recent research explores representations of masculinity, including geek identity, masculinity as a vehicle for expertise, sexual identity, and is currently writing about toxic masculinity on television.

She is an academic advisor for Netflix and is currently co-organising a symposium for Design and the Ageing Body.

Why does traditional masculinity have such longevity, even among younger boys?

Jul 23, 2024 05:57 am UTC| Insights & Views Health

Weve all seen men lash out angrily when their masculinity is threatened not least in Hollywood movies. And the extent of such behaviour has also been uncovered in scientific research. But how, when and why does this...

Economy

Japan’s Consumer Spending Stalls in July, Complicating Central Bank’s Interest Rate Strategy

Japanese household spending grew by only 0.1% in July, well below the expected 1.2% rise, government data showed. The slower-than-anticipated growth could hinder the Bank of Japans plans to raise interest rates, as weak...

Japan Climbs to 11th in Global Real Estate Transparency, Excelling in Sustainability

Japan has moved up to 11th place in Jones Lang LaSalles global real estate transparency index, with notable improvements in sustainability. The countrys tighter environmental regulations, including mandatory climate risk...

글로벌 증시 급락, 기술주 매도와 성장 우려로 엔비디아 및 아시아 시장 타격

9월 4일, 기술주 매도와 글로벌 경제 성장에 대한 우려가 커지면서 글로벌 주식 선물과 아시아 주식이 크게 하락했다. 특히 엔비디아(Nvidia)는 2790억 달러 규모의 기록적인 손실을 보이며 기술주 하락을 주도했고, 아시아 주요 반도체...

골드만삭스: 미국 법인세 개혁 가능성, S&P 500 수익 전망 변화시킬 수 있어

Investing.com에 따르면, 11월 대선 이후 미국 법인세 개혁이 SP 500 기업들의 수익 전망을 바꿀 수 있다고 골드만삭스 애널리스트들이 분석했다. 민주당의 카말라 해리스 부통령과 공화당의 도널드 트럼프 전 대통령 모두 법인세 구조...

글로벌 은행들 중국 성장률 전망 하향, 2024년 5% 목표 달성 의문 제기

뱅크오브아메리카(BofA)와 골드만삭스를 포함한 주요 글로벌 은행들이 중국의 2024년 성장률 전망을 5% 미만으로 하향 조정했다. BofA는 국내 수요 부진과 정책적 지원 부족을 주요 문제로 지적하며 4.8% 성장률을 예상하고...

Politics

Venezuela Eyes Bitcoin for National Reserves; Echoes Donald Trump’s Crypto Stance

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado highlights Bitcoins role as a vital tool of resistance against hyperinflation. With national reserves now in focus, the country looks to Bitcoin as a safeguard for its...

Samsung Chip Executive Detained Over Alleged Technology Leak to China as Espionage Case Deepens

A former Samsung executive was arrested Thursday in South Korea on new charges related to the alleged theft of semiconductor technology. Authorities fear the executive, linked to a Chinese chip company, may attempt to flee...

도널드 트럼프, QAnon 밈 공유로 비난 직면... 트루스 소셜 재게시 문제 인정

도널드 트럼프는 트루스 소셜(Truth Social)에서 자신의 소셜 미디어 활동, 특히 재게시가 문제를 일으켰다는 점을 인정하며 다시 한번 비판에 직면했다. 최근 선거 유세에서 트럼프 전 대통령은 출처를 제대로 확인하지 않고 종종...

도널드 트럼프, 상승세 지속: 폴리마켓 베팅에서 5% 리드

도널드 트럼프가 백악관 경쟁에서 상당한 탄력을 얻고 있으며, 폴리마켓(Polymarket) 베팅에서 5% 앞서고 있다. 이 상승세는 2024년 대선 캠페인에 대한 신뢰가 커지고 있음을 반영하며, 법적 문제와 정치적 논란에도 불구하고 트럼프에...

BYD, 멕시코 전기차 공장 발표 2024년 미국 대선 이후로 연기

중국의 전기차 제조업체 BYD가 멕시코에 새로운 전기차 공장을 설립할 계획을 2024년 미국 대통령 선거 이후로 연기했다. 최근 판매 기록을 경신한 BYD는 중요한 투자 결정을 내리기 전 정치적 상황을 지켜보겠다는 입장이다. BYD는...

Science

SpaceX Hits 7,000-Starlink Milestone with Successful Falcon 9 Launch of 21 Satellites

SpaceX achieved a significant milestone on September 5, launching 21 additional Starlink satellites, surpassing 7,000 in orbit. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, marking the 15th flight for this specific...

SpaceX Set for Back-to-Back Launches with Starlink and Polaris Dawn Missions This Week

SpaceX is gearing up for two consecutive launches this week, with a Starlink mission scheduled for September 5, followed by the groundbreaking Polaris Dawn mission on September 6. These launches mark SpaceXs return to...

John Deere Tests Starlink-Powered Connectivity for Farming Equipment in U.S. and Brazil

John Deere is testing Starlinks satellite internet technology in an early access program aimed at enhancing agricultural connectivity. The trials, conducted in the U.S. and Brazil, explore how Starlink can improve machine...

SpaceX's Falcon 9 Resumes Launches After FAA Approves Return to Flight Operations

SpaceXs Falcon 9 rocket has been cleared by the FAA to resume flight operations after a brief suspension due to a landing anomaly. The FAA announced that while the investigation into the incident continues, Falcon 9 can...

Elon Musk's 'Thermonuclear Lawsuit' Against Media Matters Heads to High-Profile Trial

Elon Musks thermonuclear lawsuit against Media Matters is advancing to trial after a U.S. District Judge denied the nonprofits motion to dismiss. The legal battle stems from Media Matters claims of antisemitic content on...

Technology

Warren Buffett’s Crypto Bet Nets 10x Return, Justin Sun Touts Future Profit Potential in Tron

Warren Buffetts Tron holdings have appreciated by 1000%, according to Justin Sun. The investors crypto wallet, holding nearly 1.9 million TRX, has become a case study in blockchain growth and profitability. Warren...

Tesla’s Robotaxi Trials Spark Bold Analyst Predictions Amid Event Hype

Teslas highly anticipated Robotaxi event is expected to showcase fully autonomous vehicle rides, with analyst forecasts suggesting potential breakthrough demonstrations. The event, rescheduled for October, has ignited...

Rivian CEO Shakes Up EV Industry by Rejecting Tesla’s Blueprint for Success

RJ Scaringe, Rivians CEO, shared how a deliberate decision to reject Teslas roadmap helped define Rivians unique path, aiming to disrupt the electric vehicle industry with a fresh perspective on sustainability. Scaringe...

Shiba Inu Whale Transactions Drop 58%, Major Holders Reduce Activity Amid Market Stagnation

Whale activity surrounding Shiba Inu (SHIB) has plunged, with major transactions dropping by 57.73% in the last 24 hours, signaling decreased participation from large holders as the tokens price remains stable. Shiba...

India Set to Approve Two Foreign Crypto Exchanges as Regulatory Pressure Eases

Indias Financial Intelligence Unit is set to greenlight two more foreign crypto exchanges by the end of FY25. This move comes after Binance and KuCoin received approval, potentially increasing competition and liquidity in...