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1. Human speech evolved from great apes

   Researchers have shown that, contrary to previous arguments, great apes do have control over their voice, and can learn how to ‘speak,’ throwing new light on the evolution of speech.

2. Extra online security is being rolled out across the university

   Update your details and find out where staff and students can go for IT support.

3. Mount Pleasant Car Park

   Car Park

4. Get involved with the Great British Beach Clean

   Friday 20 September from 10am to 11.30pm at West Kirby beach.

5. New Teaching and Learning Academy policies

   Two new policies will support teaching staff in their development through peer exchange and direct observation.

6. Happy Hamsters

   Hamsters are the ubiquitous childhood pet: cute, cuddly, ready to sink their teeth deep into your finger … But how can you tell if your hamster is happy?

7. Reminder: register to vote by 18 June

   Register to vote by 18 June.

8. Blood Runs Green: The Murder that Transfixed Gilded Age Chicago

   International acclaim for new book on one of the USA’s most notorious murders.

9. Improving animal welfare

   Happy Hamsters: Examining the effect of emotions on cognitive processes in pets

10. Knitting together different generations

    A special handmade LFC inspired banner was unveiled at the Museum of Liverpool, which has been created by local children and older persons from the areas surrounding Anfield Stadium, as part of an LJMU intergenerational project – the Sustainable Skills Café.