The Truth Detective: How to make sense of a world that doesn't add up

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The Oxford Literary Festival has in my mind become the leading literary festival of the year. The organisation, the roster of speakers, the ambience and the sheer quality of it all is superb. May it now go from strength to strength each year stretching its ambition more and more. I believe it will.Perfect for a trivia night or a long trip, #TrainTeasers will both test your knowledge of this country`s rail system and enlighten you on the most colourful aspects of its long history. Meet trunk murderers, trainspotters, haters of railways, railway writers, Ministers for Transport good and bad, railway cats, dogs and a railway penguin. This is NOT a book for number-crunching nerds. Many of the answers are guessable by the intelligent reader. It is a quiz, yes, but also a cavalcade of historical incident and colour relating to a system that was the making of modern Britain. How do you navigate sex and consent as a teenager? How To Have Sex is the debut feature film of director Molly Manning Walker. It follows three best friends on a hedonistic post-GCSE trip to a party resort in Greece. As they fill their days sunning, clubbing and drinking, they also deal with troubling first sexual encounters and wrestle with issues of consent. Molly joins Jess to discuss the inspiration behind the film. As a broadcaster, Tim has presented television and radio series for the BBC, including “ More or Less”, “ Pop Up Ideas“, “ Trust Me, I’m an Economist” and “ 50 Things That Made the Modern Economy“. The Times of London recently rated both “More or Less” and “50 Things” among the world’s best 10 podcasts. His new podcast, produced by Pushkin Industries (Malcolm Gladwell, Jacob Weisberg) is “ Cautionary Tales“.

A recent report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health says that climate change is causing an existential threat to the health and wellbeing of all children. Their President Dr Camilla Kingdon tells Jessica why that is, and what can be done. Financial Crimes Detectives: Financial crimes detectives investigate white-collar crimes such as embezzlement, money laundering, or corporate fraud. They analyze financial records, interview employees and executives, and collaborate with financial experts or forensic accountants to trace the flow of money and uncover fraudulent activities. The Oxford festival is the most elegant and atmospheric of literary festivals. It’s a pleasure to both attend and perform there.The decision to pursue a career in detective work should be weighed carefully, taking into consideration both the rewards and challenges that come with this profession. Holiday workshops are very strictly for students within the age criteria advertised for each event. We are unable to accept bookings for students outside these ages and any bookings made for students who are not of the correct age at the time of the workshop will be cancelled. This is to make sure students attending can get the most out of their experience. Other information Irregular Working Hours: Crimes can occur at any time, and detectives often find themselves working irregular and unpredictable hours. This can disrupt personal and family life, making it challenging to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The demands of the job may require detectives to be on call or work long hours, sacrificing personal time and leisure activities. A detective's workplace is typically a dynamic and multifaceted environment that combines office work with field investigations. Within a police station or a dedicated detective bureau, detectives have their own office space where they can concentrate on their cases. Here, they review case files, meticulously examine evidence, and analyze reports from other officers. The office is equipped with specialized tools such as computers with investigative software, access to law enforcement databases, and a dedicated telephone line for communication. Every literary festival stays in an author’s mind for slightly individual reasons. I shall remember the Oxford festival for:

Collaborating with Law Enforcement Agencies: Detectives often work closely with other law enforcement agencies, such as uniformed officers, forensic experts, and specialized units. They coordinate efforts and share information to facilitate the investigation. Detectives may also provide guidance and assistance to junior officers or new detectives in their department. The world is an amazing place. It is full of puzzling cases. And as a Truth Detective, you get to explore every mystery…. It’s also that along the way, you’re never bored.

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Solving Complex Crimes: One of the most fulfilling aspects of being a detective is the opportunity to solve intricate and challenging criminal cases. This aspect of the job appeals to individuals who possess strong problem-solving skills and a keen analytical mind. The satisfaction of bringing closure to victims and their families can be immensely rewarding. Author of the bestselling Undercover Economist and How to Make the World Add Up, Tim Harford, writes his first children's book on analysing numbers, data, fake news so you can become smarter about life and see the world more clearly - essential skills for kids growing up in the modern world. And you will learn how being smart and savvy with numbers, will help you be smart and savvy about everything else in life too. You will encounter dastardly villains who have tried to trip us up with dodgy data and misinformation. Does this sound like you? Take our free career test to find out if detective is one of your top career matches.

By attending a Royal Institution event, audience members consent to being filmed, livestreamed, recorded and photographed. Audience members grant the Royal Institution the right to use recordings of any type made of their attendance in any and all media, and by means of publicity and promotion relating to the Royal Institution. School parties should ensure that appropriate parental permission is obtained before attendance at any Royal Institution event. However, the detective's work extends beyond the confines of the office. Fieldwork is an integral part of their responsibilities. Detectives frequently find themselves visiting crime scenes, interviewing witnesses, and collecting evidence. They collaborate closely with forensic experts and other law enforcement professionals to gather all necessary information. This collaborative aspect of their work often involves working as part of a team, especially when dealing with complex cases that require diverse expertise. You will meet heroic truth detectives, such as Florence Nightingale who started a revolution with a pie chart. You will encounter dastardly villains who have tried to trip us up with dodgy data and misinformation. And you will learn how being smart and savvy with numbers, will help you be smart and savvy about everything else in life too.

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