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University of Sussex Students' Newspaper

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Will AI Take My Job?

As a final year undergraduate, the future looks bleak. Graduate job openings have decreased by 8% over the past few years, and this trend appears to be growing. Everywhere we…

Pulp: Different Class, 30 Years Later

An album with the status of Pulp’s Different Class deserves recognition, especially on its 30th anniversary. On the same day the record turned 30, 400 fans attended an exclusive event…

Christmas Capitalism and AI Santa

Christmas. First, a celebration of Jesus’ birth is now the epitome of late-stage capitalism. Copious amounts of food, presents, and booze take centre-stage whilst Bibles rest unopened. Having lost its…

Love Thy * White * Neighbour

Christianity in Britain is becoming increasingly divided. Nowadays, established churches are viewed as weak and pandering by a militant strain of Christian nationalists; they demand a white, Christian nation, free…

A Winter’s Fail: Brighton’s Christmas Markets

If, like me, you are someone who’s favourite part of the festive season is the weeks of build-up and ever-growing anticipation, then a trip to your local Christmas market is…

Caroline Lucas Appointed Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability

Caroline Lucas, the former leader of the Green Party, has been appointed Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability at the University of Sussex. This role marks a new chapter in…

The Guardian Angel Who Ran for Mayor in New York: A Tale of Cats, Crime, and Campaigns

The recent New York mayoral election ended with Zohran Mamdani narrowly overcoming Andrew Cuomo in the electoral race, but one candidate stood out for reasons other than politics. Curtis Sliwa,…

Pitts is back

Pitts is back at the Pan! After joining Lewes FC in May of 2024, Pitts was released the following summer to join Tonbridge Angels FC in the National League South.…

Is Clubbing a Dying Art?

37 per cent of all clubs across the United Kingdom have permanently closed since the start of 2020. That is an average of three clubs per week, a rate that…

Dutch Voters Deliver a Close Win for Rob Jetten

Dutch voters headed to the polls in late October for a closely watched election worldwide, delivering a narrow victory for Rob Jetten. He is likely to become the Netherlands’ youngest…

Exclusive Interview with Luis Shamshoum

On the 11th of May 2024, Luis Shamshoum made history by becoming the first Palestinian football player to play at Wembley Stadium, representing Great Wakering Rovers in the historic FA…

Brighton Council Leader Speaks on Housing, Students, and Local Priorities

Brighton and Hove Council leader Councillor Bella Sankey sat down with The Badger at the University of Sussex to discuss a wide range of local issues, from housing and student…

In Defence of Banned Books    

It is an undeniable truth that books hold an immense amount of power, especially when their subject matter contains controversial topics such as questioning authority, ‘inappropriate’ content, or uncensored historical…

It’s All About the Body: From Sohag to Brighton

As I approach two months of living in the UK, I’ve begun to see what truly separates my old life in Sohag, a small, conservative city in Upper Egypt, from…

Five Days of Chaos: Doctors’ Strike Sends Shockwaves Through Britain’s Hospitals

The long-running resident strikes, which took place over 5 days in November this year, have caused a lot of tension in the UK. Wes Streeting, the Health Secretary, has stated…

Biya Wins Again

President Paul Biya was, unsurprisingly, re-elected as Cameroon’s President on 12 October. At 92 years old and ruling since 1982, Biya is embarking on his eighth term in office and…

Private Life, Public Performance

When dating and friendships compete on social media, is having a boyfriend now an ‘embarrassing’ public statement? According to Vogue UK, having a boyfriend is now officially embarrassing. This is…

Get Your Craft On in Brighton

If you are looking for something artsy, crafty, and social to join but aren’t sure what, keep Tuesdays and Thursdays free! Cult Milk (@cultmilk on Instagram) hosts two amazing clubs,…

Roots Garden Reels After Repeated Thefts

On Wednesday, 29th October 2025, the Roots Society suffered a break-in. The Roots Society is a communal gardening society that aims to provide food and a safe space for wildlife…

Here’s The Thing: I love Sports Team

Sports Team live at Patterns, Brighton – 12 November 2025. It’s a rainy Wednesday night in Brighton, light glistens off the puddles on the pavement, and late-night shoppers disperse through…