Finnish voters set a new course for Europe; holographic lecturers in education; love for hating bad films explained by guests Mariana Vieira, Julia O'Driscoll, and Emma Smith.
Finland's political shift and its stance on Russia are expected to heavily influence the upcoming election.
Loughborough University is pioneering hologram technology in education, aiming to engage students and provide a unique learning experience.
Deep dives
Finland's Political Shift: A World of Disorder
Finland has experienced a major political shift as the country moves from relative order to disorder. This shift is being seen as a significant moment in European politics, similar to historical events such as World War II and the fall of the Berlin Wall. Alexander Stubb, a former prime minister of Finland and current candidate for the presidency, is at the center of this political change. With heightened tensions between Finland and Russia, the country's position on Russia is expected to heavily influence the upcoming election.
Hologram Technology in Education
Loughborough University in Europe is set to introduce hologram technology into its curriculum, becoming the first higher education institute to do so. The university will work with Proto M, a hologram technology company, to beam in guest lecturers and speakers for students. This technology aims to engage students and provide a unique learning experience, moving away from traditional online lectures. However, the effectiveness and practicality of hologram technology in education are still being debated.
The Razzies: Celebrating Hollywood's Worst
The Razzies, also known as the Golden Raspberry Awards, have announced their annual nominations for the worst in film. Often viewed as the counterpart to the Oscars, the Razzies highlight Hollywood's biggest flops and underwhelming performances. This year's nominations include films like Expendables 4 and Shazam: Fury of the Gods. While the Razzies have faced criticism for their negative approach, they continue to be a popular and entertaining event in the film industry.
Anticipating the Golden Razzie for Worst Film of the Decade
As the Razzies honor the worst in film, one notable contender for Worst Film of the Decade, according to one writer, is Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantomania. This Marvel film received criticism for its excessive storyline and poor special effects. While personal opinions may vary, the Razzies provide a lighthearted platform to acknowledge films that did not meet expectations.
Will Finnish voters set a new course for Europe? Are holographic lecturers the future of education? And why do we love to hate bad films? Olly Mann and The Week delve behind the headlines and debate what really matters from the past seven days. With Mariana Vieira, Julia O'Driscoll and Emma Smith
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