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Emily Ireland

Lecturer in Law, University of Liverpool
Emily is a lecturer in Law at the University of Liverpool. Emily’s research interests are in eighteenth and nineteenth-century legal history, particularly socio-legal and feminist histories of the criminal law, equity, and family law. She is interested in how subordinated peoples have negotiated the law over time.

Emily is the author of a growing number of publications on eighteenth and nineteenth-century women and the law. As part of her work on the Australian Research Council funded ‘A New History of the Law in Post-Revolutionary England’ project (a collaboration between the Universities of Adelaide and Liverpool), she is currently drafting chapters on gender and the law and legal personhood for the Oxford History of the Laws: Volume IX.

As part of her commitment to expanding the reach and inclusivity of legal history, Emily is co-director of Selden's Sister, a network for women in legal history, and the Northern Legal History Group, a research initiative based in the North West of England.

Taylor Swift has got the 1830s all wrong

May 15, 2024 07:27 am UTC| Insights & Views Entertainment

Taylor Swift has become incredibly popular as a documenter of her dating history. But in her new album, The Tortured Poets Department, she tries her hand at writing about actual history. In the second verse of I Hate it...

Economy

China Faces Economic Slowdown as Experts Call for Urgent Stimulus to Meet Growth Target

Chinas economy showed significant signs of slowing in August, with factory output, consumption, and investment all falling short of expectations. Experts warn that without an aggressive stimulus, the governments 2024...

China’s Industrial Output Growth Hits Five-Month Low, Raising Concerns Over 5% GDP Target

Chinas industrial production expanded at 4.5% in August, marking its slowest growth in five months. The data, released by the National Bureau of Statistics, has placed the countrys annual economic growth target of around...

Japan Leadership Candidates Back Wage Growth, Differ on Strategies for Household Support

As Japans leadership candidates vie for the prime minister position, all contenders agree on continuing wage growth but differ on how to best support households amid rising prices. Some advocate for cash handouts, while...

보잉 노동자 파업 예고, 노조 노동 계약 거부로 주가 하락

보잉(Boeing) 공장 직원 3만 명 이상이 임금 인상을 요구하며 파업에 돌입할 예정이다. 미국 태평양 북서부 지역의 보잉 노동자들이 파업을 찬성하며 항공산업 대기업에 또 다른 도전 과제가 생겼다. 보잉 주가는 금요일 미국 프리마켓...

중국, 에버그란데 감사 관련 PwC에 6개월 금지 및 대규모 벌금 부과

중국 규제 당국은 금요일 파산한 부동산 개발업체 중국 에버그란데(중국명: 헝다그룹) 그룹의 감사를 이유로 PwC 중국 본사에 대해 6개월 업무 정지와 6억4천1백만 위안(6천2백만 달러)의 기록적인 벌금을 부과했다. 중국...

Politics

Expected Winner? Donald Trump Dominates Electoral College Projections With Nearly 50-Point Lead Over Kamala Harris

Donald Trump has surged ahead in Electoral College win probability, holding a nearly 50-point lead over Vice President Kamala Harris, according to recent data from RealClearPolitics (RCP) and the Silver Bulletin. With...

Crypto Could Tip Razor-Thin Margins in US Election 2024 Swing States, Says Law Professor

Cryptocurrency could sway razor-thin voter margins in crucial swing states during the 2024 US presidential election, according to Penn State law professor Tonya Evans. She suggests that support for digital assets...

Donald Trump's LA Rant May Have Violated Gag Order, Manhattan Prosecutors Alerted

Manhattan prosecutors are reportedly assessing whether Donald Trump violated a court-imposed gag order during a recent press conference in Los Angeles. The incident comes on the heels of a ruling from New Yorks highest...

'Winner' Donald Trump Declares Debate Victory, Labels Himself ‘Extraordinary Genius’ Amid Controversy

In a characteristically defiant move, former President Donald Trump took to social media Saturday to assert that he emerged victorious in the latest presidential debate. Despite multiple polls and widespread commentary...

'Another Reason To Vote For Donald Trump': Ex-POTUS Announces Plan to Ban Illegal Immigrants from Renting Apartments or Getting Mortgages

Former President Donald Trump has announced a new policy proposal aimed at banning illegal immigrants from renting apartments or obtaining mortgages, a move that has immediately drawn both support and sharp criticism. The...

Science

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Achieves Historic Milestones Despite Lack of White House Recognition

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission has captivated global audiences with its historic milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk and record-breaking achievements. However, despite its groundbreaking success, the mission...

화산으로 전기 생산 가능할까?

활화산에서 뿜어져 나오는 붉은 용암을 전기로 전환하는 것은 위험하고 신뢰성이 떨어진다. 화산은 예측 가능한 일정으로 분출하지 않으며, 용암은 너무 빨리 식는다. 그러나 미국을 포함한 여러 국가는 화산열을 활용해 전기를 생산하는...

스페이스X, FAA 지연 속 스타십 시험 비행 11월 목표 발표

스페이스X는 미 연방항공청(FAA)의 승인 절차 지연으로 인해 5번째 스타십 시험 비행 목표를 11월로 재설정했다. 이 항공우주 기업은 환경 평가와 규제 문제를 주요 요인으로 꼽으며, 이번 야심 찬 임무가 지연된 이유를...

SpaceX Reveals November Target for Delayed Starship Test Flight Amid FAA Hold-ups

SpaceX has set a new November target for the fifth Starship test flight after significant delays caused by the FAAs licensing process. The aerospace company addressed these delays, citing environmental reviews and...

Elon Musk Reveals SpaceX Starship’s First Mars Mission Set for 2026

Elon Musk has revealed that SpaceXs Starship will launch its first uncrewed mission to Mars in 2026. This historic flight will test the rockets ability to land on the red planet, and crewed missions are planned for 2028....

Technology

Cybertruck Cuts $65 Daily in Fuel Towing Trailer; Contractor Projects $17K Annual Savings

By switching to a Tesla Cybertruck to tow his construction trailer, a Missouri contractor is saving $65 per day on fuel. His projected savings for the year could exceed $17,000, boosting his business...

Nintendo Switch 2 Price Leaked by PS5 Pro Insider; Possible Early Reveal Next Month

An insider with a track record for accurate PS5 Pro leaks suggests that Nintendo may announce the Nintendo Switch 2 early next month. The rumored pricing details have gamers buzzing about the upcoming console. Nintendo...

Tesla Hits 100 Millionth 4680 Battery Cell, Paving Way for Cybertruck Surge

Tesla has announced a major milestone, producing its 100 millionth 4680 battery cell. The achievement comes just over three months after the electric vehicle maker reached 50 million cells, further advancing its production...

Bitcoin Primed for $92K Surge as Analysts Forecast Bullish Three-Month Recovery

Bitcoin might be preparing for a major three-month rally, with some analysts forecasting a break above $92,000. After a significant price drop over the last three months, the cryptocurrency is testing crucial support...

Bitcoin Tumbles While Gold Rallies; Nasdaq Link Highlights Bearish Pressure on Crypto

Bitcoins recent downturn, coupled with a strengthening correlation to the Nasdaq index, underscores broader market concerns. Meanwhile, gold has reached record highs, signaling a shift in investor preferences toward...