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John Grant: The Greatest Motherfucker?

It isn’t often I get to meet real poets. I have met poets, of course. If you study at Sussex it’s likely you’ll have found yourself watching an individual in…

The 60s icon that put french cinema on the map

Le Mépris (Contempt in english), is a French film produced in 1963 and directed by Jean-Luc Godard. For lovers of classic film, this is one to see. Based on Il…

Protests against femicide in Mexico intensify

People outraged at the femicide crisis in Mexico City have taken to the streets to express their anger. The most recent wave of unrest began after the naked body of…

Support the Strikes, attend a Teach-out!

Beyond being a significant way to express your solidarity with striking staff, teach-outs are also a great opportunity to experience an alternative kind of learning.

Off-Peak Brighton: London Victoria trains cancelled

Southern Rail is cancelling their direct off-peak services between Brighton and London Victoria, generating a backlash from commuters and politicians.

New ‘Rewards and Recognition Scheme’ for Sussex students

A new ‘Rewards & Recognition Scheme’ has now been implemented by the University of Sussex Students’ Union in order to acknowledge continued efforts and development from student-led groups at the…

Third time’s the charm?

Marine Le Pen has announced her candidacy for the 2022 French Presidential election.

LGBTQ+ History Month: What’s on?

Read more about the incredible events which have taken place both on campus and in Brighton in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month, and find out what else is on!

Journalists stage mass walk-out in response to No.10 press ban

On February 3, a group of Journalists walked out of 10 Downing Street en-masse, after the Prime Minister’s director of communications tried to restrict certain media outlets from attending a…

Impeachment, Trial, Acquittal: Where do we stand now?

After President Trump was impeached in December, a trial took place that could have led to the president being removed from office. However, he was acquitted last week.

Deportations go ahead, despite last minute legal challenge

A Court of Appeals judge ordered the Home Office to stop the deportations amid concerns that some individuals set to be deported were not given access to legal advice.

Sigma’s Untoutable Tour comes to Brighton

DJ duo Sigma announce their UK 'Untoutable Tour' that'll be in Brighton on March 10.

Chaos at this year’s Iowa Caucus

This year's Iowa caucus caused a political storm. Our News Sub-Editor, Venice Hancock, discusses the night

Friends cast reunion… Sort of

By Charlotte Brill OH…MY…GOD! The time has finally come where all six of the beloved ‘Friends’ cast are on Instagram. I feel a little sad being so excited about a…

Brighton Highstreet decline?

By Amy Holden Walking down Brighton streets, you could be forgiven for thinking that its high street was safe, given that it has one of the largest selection of independent…

Learning patience abroad: Uppsala Sweden

By Hal Keelin First week of September 2019: Gamla Uppsala It’s still warm-ish, every night this week has been full, we wear t-shirts in the day, something unconceivable in the…

Flow psychology: why you need to try it

By Bethan Grimshaw It’s the new year. A time for self-reflection on what changes we want to make that will improve our lives. For many people, this might mean starting…

Seven meals in one: the joys of batch cooking

By Rosie Joyce Now that we’re well on our way into the depths of the Spring term and deadlines are looming at the back of your mind, you want to…

Charity Shop till you drop

By Josh Talbot Living in Brighton isn’t a cheap student experience by any means but the answer to affordable living could be on your doorstep- so long as you have…

Is the opt-out organ donation policy ethical?

The Big Debate is a regular Badgerfeature which brings the spirit of competitive debating to the printed page. Two writers tackle a contentious topic, representing polarised views. They might not…