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Trans Women are Women – The Supreme Court Ruling is a Bigoted Step Back

Today (the 16th of April 2025), the Supreme Court ruled that the definition of a woman is defined solely on biological sex. I feel nothing but genuine disgust. Research by…

“I long for a time when the term ‘woman scientist’ is no longer necessary”- In Conversation With MRI Physicist, Dr. Iris Asllani

Dr. Iris Asllani has worked at the Clinical Imaging Science Centre (CISC) for the past 7 years, despite the pandemic having ‘distorted her sense of time’. With a background in…

Climate, conflict and collapse- The End of Bronze Age Civilisation 

David Wengrows “What Makes Civilization? The Ancient Near East and the Future of the West” explores the technological creations of different communities that defined success and advancement across civilisations. Within…

Hopping Around Brighton: A Pebbled Paradise!

Brighton, the vibrant seaside city, effortlessly blends coastal charm with an electric nightlife. The beach is the beating heart of this city, stretching from the iconic Palace Pier to the…

The Votes are in… Student’s Union Election Results 2025

In a world of contentious and polarised politics, this year’s Student Union elections showed just how compassionate and friendly it can be here at the University of Sussex. Monday evening’s…

Society Spotlight: Forest Garden Society

If you’ve ever wandered behind Northfield, you more than likely would have stumbled across the Forest Garden. Complete with sapling trees, charming make-shift benches and stunning views of Sussex’s wildlife,…

Is it Bedtime for the American Giant? The Great Retreat of American Internationalism

Following Trump’s inauguration on 20 January, the President and his Republican administration have begun an immense transformation of America’s domestic and foreign policy. Trump continues to consolidate his power, emboldened…