

Have yourself a Merry Student Christmas- a guide to Xmas on a budget!
For many students, Christmas can be difficult without the familiar home-comforts… But, with 4 weeks to go — here is some accumulated wisdom on how to have just as much fun away from home — from Alice Connor (Lifestyle Editor) on her second student Christmas! Continue reading Have yourself a Merry Student Christmas- a guide to Xmas on a budget!

Reproductive rights in Poland: Pro-choice’s biggest ever protest
Here, Natalie Horrobin explores the oppression of female bodily rights in Poland following the tightening on abortion laws. Natalie is studying English at the University of Liverpool. Continue reading Reproductive rights in Poland: Pro-choice’s biggest ever protest

Parasite: mastering the cinematic art of “show don’t tell”
In this film review, Katie Heyes details the intricate symbolism behind Bong Joon-ho’s Oscar award winning film Parasite. Katie is studying French and Spanish BA at Durham University. Continue reading Parasite: mastering the cinematic art of “show don’t tell”

COVID-19 in Kerala, India
Here, Devika Sunand recounts her experiences of the COVID-19 outbreak in Kerala, her home state in India. Devika is studying Media, Journalism and Culture at Cardiff University. Continue reading COVID-19 in Kerala, India

The re-election of Jacinda Arden and what it means for the future of New Zealand
Theodora Hall discusses the result of the recent New Zealand election and Adern’s historic leadership. Theodora is currently reading for combined honours in Social Science at Durham University. Continue reading The re-election of Jacinda Arden and what it means for the future of New Zealand

Marcus Rashford’s free school meals campaign: footballers replacing politicians?
In this piece, Megan Williams assesses Marcus Rashford’s campaign for free school meals, exploring what this tells us about the problems of the UK political system in 2020. Megan is studying Chemistry at Southampton University. Continue reading Marcus Rashford’s free school meals campaign: footballers replacing politicians?