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The U.K. boasts world-renowned universities and attracts numerous international students seeking promising futures through education. Yet, concerns have risen over the prevalence of subpar courses burdening students and taxpayers while failing to yield decent job prospects. In response, the U.K. government is taking action to restrict enrollment in such “rip-off degrees” marked by high dropout rates, inadequate employment outcomes, and significant student debt.

In light of these developments, Real Research conducted a survey to gauge public sentiment regarding the U.K.’s initiative to limit student enrollment in low-quality university courses.

Highlights:
🔹46.94% says a university course is of poor quality if it has a low proportion of students going on to professional jobs.
🔹47.91% agree that if some courses are of poor quality, they should be stopped entirely.
🔹45.2% believed putting limits on underperforming degrees will mean those courses will then improve.

34.61% Say When Compared To Graduate Pay, Courses With Expensive Tuition Fees Is Of Poor Quality

In an unexpected twist, tech giants Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg engaged in a cage match challenge that unfolded on social media. Zuckerberg initially accepted Musk’s challenge, only to later accuse Musk of not taking it seriously and calling off the bout. Although the match never took place, Real Research conducted a survey on the topic to see what the public thought about the matter. Check the findings of the survey below:

Highlights:
🔹39.05% believed Elon Musk vs. Mark Zuckerberg cage fight was playful banter.
🔹Majority of respondents (65.71%) were interested in watching the cage match.
🔹35.35% believed Mark Zuckerberg would win if the match were to happen.

39.05% Believed the Cage Match Between Musk and Zuckerberg Was a Playful Banter

In a distressing development, suicide among doctors in the U.K. has seen a significant rise, shedding light on the dire challenges faced by medical professionals. Efforts to address the high suicide rate among doctors have been initiated, with organizations and individuals working to provide crucial mental health support for healthcare professionals. Real Research conducted a survey on the topic to reveal the below findings:

Highlights:
🔹62.86% said it was the U.K. government’s responsibility for suicide among doctors.
🔹44.09% feel the public’s perspective of healthcare workers is somewhat ethical.
🔹Work standards for healthcare workers are somewhat justified, reported 45.93%.

62.86% Blame the U.K. Government for the Rising Suicide Rates Among Doctors

Olympus Spa in Washington denied entry to a transgender customer with male reproductive organs. This was in addition to the spa’s policy that reads ‘Biological women only’. The customer filed a complaint against the spa which was eventually asked to remove the sign, followed by courts from the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) to allow entry of all transgender women, regardless of their genitals. Real Research surveyed on the matter, and the results are as follows.

Highlights:
🔹45.17% believed that it was somewhat acceptable that Olympus Spa only allowed transgender women who have undergone gender-affirmative surgery
🔹45.85% strongly agree with the Washington State Human Rights Commission’s (WSHRC) order to remove the “biological women only policy”
🔹The owner of Olympus Spa, Myoon Woon Lee, sued to reverse the court’s decision, saying the court ruling defied his “traditional, theologically conservative” Christian values

Read Full Insight Here: 45.17% Find it Somewhat Acceptable That a Washington Spa Accepts ‘Only Biological Women’

Menopause-friendly workplaces are gaining recognition as essential environments that support women experiencing the natural transition of menopause. These workplaces aim to break the challenges faced by women related to menopause in the workplace, such as taboos, raise awareness, and provide necessary accommodations for women during this phase of life. Real Research conducted a survey on the topic to see what the public had to say about the matter.

Highlights
🔹32.94% are well aware of the concept of a menopause-friendly workplace.
🔹Insufficient workplace policies for menopausal women is one of the biggest challenges women face, said 27.61%.
🔹37.11% said menopause-related challenges are supported in workplaces in their country of residence.

33% Are Very Familiar With the Concept of a Menopause-Friendly Workplace

In today’s society, social media has become an integral part of our lives. However, excessive usage can take a toll on our mental and emotional well-being. That’s where a social media detox comes in. Real Research conducted a survey on social media detoxes to find out public opinions about the need for social media deoxes. Here’s what the survey has to say:

Highlights:
🔹40.63% are well aware of social media detox practices.
🔹44.29% of respondents consume 1-3 hours of social media daily.
🔹32.46% stated social media has positively affected their lives.

Social Media Has a Positive Impact on Respondents’ Life, According to 32%

China announced its ban on products sold by Micron, a prominent U.S. chipmaker, citing serious cybersecurity concerns that could affect China’s national security and critical information infrastructure supply chain. Real Research surveyed the prospect of Micon’s chips posing a national security threat to China.

Highlights:
🔹39.3% of respondents are well aware of China banning major chip giant Micron.
🔹Half of the respondents (50.87%) believed China had ulterior motives.
🔹33.36% believed the trade tensions between the U.S. and China contributed to the ban.

33% Of Respondents Believed Trade Tensions Between the US And China Contributed to the Micron Ban

Portugal has made headlines by approving a law to legalize euthanasia, pending the president’s promulgation. This move has generated strong opposing views within the deeply Catholic country, as it is seen by many as a direct killing of patients. Concerns about the ethical implications of intentionally ending a person’s life have been raised. Real Research conducted a survey to gauge public opinion on Portugal’s legalizing euthanasia, reflecting the ongoing discussions surrounding this controversial decision.

Highlights:
🔹A majority of respondents (60.17%) are well aware of the legalization of euthanasia in Portugal
🔹45.01% support the legalization of euthanasia in Portugal
🔹Half of respondents (50.83%) support euthanasia for those with incurable illnesses

For People Who Suffer From Terminal Diseases, 51% Are in Favor of Euthanasia