Let’s take New Labour as an introductory example, in this little thesis of mine. Mr Blair and chums had to sell out, beyond the edge of taste, just to get…
A militant left-wing group that disbanded three decades ago re-entered the public consciousness this month when Sarah Palin accused Barack Obama of “palling around with terrorists.” Obama had been linked…
In reply to your article, “E.N.S – Education Not for Sale – An Overview”, I would like to point out two oversights. The first concerns the importance of ENS and…
Dear Brits, I am calling out to defenders of the realm. Especially to students whom we need so badly in our fight against oppressors of freedom – externally (the corporate-cartel-dominated…
Will David Essex’s comeback musical impress Alex Godbold and Becca Turton This Monday, Brighton’s Theatre Royal was transformed into a dazzling, smoke filled fairground for the opening night of David…
Synth-tastic indie-pop supremos Team Waterpolo – ‘the most exciting thing to happen in Preston since the industrial revolution’ – have been courted by more A&R types than you can shake…
Swedish songstress enchants at Concorde 2 Lykke Li, Swedish pop sensation, emerges for our interview like a sleepy elfin princess. She promptly perches herself on the arm of the big…
Kalim Patel learns that you don’t have to be perfect to be beautiful If you were disappointed with the amount of nudity that your first few weeks at Uni have…
‘Proud members of the Blue Square Premier League,’ the sign outside the Dripping Pan pronounces, and if you knew where Lewes Town Football Club had come from you would understand…
It’s commendable that Glasvegas don’t shy away from contemporary issues. Rather, their bittersweet lyrics cut straight to the grim violence and destructive nature of humanity, discussing everything from social work…
Heading to Tate Britain to explore the strange and beautiful works of arguably one of the most important and striking painters of the 20th century After visiting the current Francis…
‘Haven’t our boys come a long way’? Ricky Gervais is currently testing his acting chops over in the US to fairly complimentary reviews, and now we are to watch the…
Wednesday 8th October, Brighton Dome Anybody who has seen Bill Bailey’s stand up, or his brilliant piano performance in Black Books, will know that the West Country comedian is as…
Here’s a piece of news to make you wince: according to a new survey, most people in the UK are unaware of major world conflict zones other than Iraq and…
Students and staff marched through campus last Friday in support of striking university workers. Members of the trade union Unite, which represents technical staff, had walked out over changes to…
As the daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus and star of Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana, it was, perhaps, inevitable that fifteen-year-old Miley Cyrus would release an album. A mixture…
After what had been a busy opening few days to Freshers’ week, new students and returning students alike flooded to the sports trial in their droves. The trials, which started…
Lana Harper discovers a deeper side to domesticity in a new exhibition at Upstairs at the Three and Ten Exploring the banality of domestic home life and our roles within…
The NUS is pushing for a nation-wide ban on initiation ceremonies at British universities as the University of Gloucester launched an inquiry into allegations of ‘bullying and intimidation’ after footage…
Selling out to fit in
Let’s take New Labour as an introductory example, in this little thesis of mine. Mr Blair and chums had to sell out, beyond the edge of taste, just to get…
Smash EDO, not your credibility
A militant left-wing group that disbanded three decades ago re-entered the public consciousness this month when Sarah Palin accused Barack Obama of “palling around with terrorists.” Obama had been linked…
Education Not for Sale – a response
In reply to your article, “E.N.S – Education Not for Sale – An Overview”, I would like to point out two oversights. The first concerns the importance of ENS and…
Resisting an EU Conquest
Dear Brits, I am calling out to defenders of the realm. Especially to students whom we need so badly in our fight against oppressors of freedom – externally (the corporate-cartel-dominated…
Has-been has been to Brighton
Will David Essex’s comeback musical impress Alex Godbold and Becca Turton This Monday, Brighton’s Theatre Royal was transformed into a dazzling, smoke filled fairground for the opening night of David…
Introducing… Team Waterpolo
Synth-tastic indie-pop supremos Team Waterpolo – ‘the most exciting thing to happen in Preston since the industrial revolution’ – have been courted by more A&R types than you can shake…
What’s not to Lykke?
Swedish songstress enchants at Concorde 2 Lykke Li, Swedish pop sensation, emerges for our interview like a sleepy elfin princess. She promptly perches herself on the arm of the big…
Body matters
Kalim Patel learns that you don’t have to be perfect to be beautiful If you were disappointed with the amount of nudity that your first few weeks at Uni have…
Lewes FC find life tough in their brave new world
‘Proud members of the Blue Square Premier League,’ the sign outside the Dripping Pan pronounces, and if you knew where Lewes Town Football Club had come from you would understand…
Glasvegas – Glasvegas (Sony BMG)
It’s commendable that Glasvegas don’t shy away from contemporary issues. Rather, their bittersweet lyrics cut straight to the grim violence and destructive nature of humanity, discussing everything from social work…
Francis Bacon: Blood, sweat and fears
Heading to Tate Britain to explore the strange and beautiful works of arguably one of the most important and striking painters of the 20th century After visiting the current Francis…
Review: Simon Peggs It
‘Haven’t our boys come a long way’? Ricky Gervais is currently testing his acting chops over in the US to fairly complimentary reviews, and now we are to watch the…
Bailey gives fest a tuneful start…
Wednesday 8th October, Brighton Dome Anybody who has seen Bill Bailey’s stand up, or his brilliant piano performance in Black Books, will know that the West Country comedian is as…
Be still and know nothing
Here’s a piece of news to make you wince: according to a new survey, most people in the UK are unaware of major world conflict zones other than Iraq and…
Students march in support of staff pensions
Students and staff marched through campus last Friday in support of striking university workers. Members of the trade union Unite, which represents technical staff, had walked out over changes to…
Miley Cyrus – Breakout (Polydor)
As the daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus and star of Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana, it was, perhaps, inevitable that fifteen-year-old Miley Cyrus would release an album. A mixture…
Successful start to new sporting year
After what had been a busy opening few days to Freshers’ week, new students and returning students alike flooded to the sports trial in their droves. The trials, which started…
Domestication exploration
Lana Harper discovers a deeper side to domesticity in a new exhibition at Upstairs at the Three and Ten Exploring the banality of domestic home life and our roles within…
Health risks of student fridges exposed
The results of a study conducted by Bournemouth University have outlined the potential food safety risks of students’ shared fridges.
NUS calls for initiation ceremony ban
The NUS is pushing for a nation-wide ban on initiation ceremonies at British universities as the University of Gloucester launched an inquiry into allegations of ‘bullying and intimidation’ after footage…