Zami: A New Spelling of My Name Review
Words by Saskia May, Books Editor Published as a ‘biomythography’, Zami (1982) is Audre Lorde’s only novel. Loosely based on her childhood in New York in the 1930s and 40s,…
Texas Abortion Ban Ruling put to the Test for the First Time
Words by Robyn Cowie, Online Production Editor A doctor in Texas has recently admitted to breaking the state’s new and deeply controversial law in regards to abortion and has been…
Green or Greenwashed?: The truth behind fast fashion brands lies.
Words by Sophie McMahon Leading fast fashion brands are profiting from greenwashing their image, as consumers push for sustainability in 2021. For those of us looking to refill our wardrobes…
The starkest warning yet; takeaways from IPCC’s latest climate report
Words By Jasmine Crowhurst The UN’s climate science body published a major report on August 6th, detailing the physical changes happening to our planet and the changes projected to occur…
Review: The Love Letters of Virginia Woolf and Vita Sackville-West
Words by Saskia May ‘I am glad that our love has weathered so well’, renowned modernist writer Virginia Woolf wrote in her diary in October 1940. Woolf was, of course,…
Why travelling alone has gained popularity…
Words by Aisha Kabir The idea of solo travelling has grown increasingly popular over the past few years. Studies show the main reason being is because of the freedom and…
Report finds increasing Student Loan based interest rates would save Government billions
Words by Robyn Cowie A recent report created by the architect of the current system of student finance, Nick Hillman, has found that the current loan repayment scheme for students…
Reproductive Rights in 2021
Words by Alice Stevens TW: Abortion and rape This year for In Review, I want to dedicate a space to an area that is very close to my heart –…
Welcome To Sussex! It’s Going To Be Okay
Words By Simon Edwards There’s a particular excitement to this year’s Freshers Week: after a year and a half ravaged by one thing and another, the prospect of university normality…
An authentic guide discovering the Rainbow City: Brighton and Hove
Moving down to university and away from home can be a daunting experience especially for those of you who have never lived/ been to Brighton for. To make this move…
Tax Rise for 25 million to cover social care reform
Words By Jasmine Crowhurst The British Government is planning a tax hike for around 25 million people to help fund adult social care and the NHS in the UK. Prime…
Must Visit Seafront Restaurant – Shelter Hall
Words by Libby Gissing Hey all, welcome to the brand new page of this year’s travel and culture section: all things food! There will be reviews of exciting and student…
Campus learning returns for Sussex students
Words By Jasmine Crowhurst Whilst some universities are continuing with online or blended learning, University of Sussex students should expect a full return to in person learning, as the academic…
Maisie Peters – ‘You Signed Up For This’ Album Review
Words by Dylan Bryant Born and raised in a small town just outside of Brighton, Maisie Peters has a natural talent for writing extremely catchy acoustic tracks that have earnt…
Why the Met Gala should try again next year
Words by Robyn Cowie The Met Gala is returning to roll out the red carpet after an eighteen month hiatus due to the pandemic. First cancelling the event last year…
Team GB’s ongoing Paralympic success
Words By Maisie Levitt As the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games drew to a close on September 5th, Team GB has continued their Rio and London successes; coming second in the…
A Review of The Woman in Black
By Ali Arief I would be lying to you all if I said that I wasn’t super excited to see this absolute wonder of a play. As soon as I…
Ditching Duty Free for Devon – The staycation Surge
Words by Mia Stuckey Caravanning and cruising, Bournemouth and Barcelona, and ‘Sea, Sand, Sun’ compared to … well … whatever this is. Whilst going away may seem more alluring abroad,…
Seagull’s Superb Start
Words by Esteban Ramirez Saturday the 14th of August marked the start of the 2021/22 Premier League Season for Brighton and Hove Albion FC. After a disappointing campaign in 2020/21,…
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN KABUL?
Words By Prerana Sengupta On August 15 Taliban fighters took control of the Afghanistan capital Kabul, after sweeping to power across much of the country in a week-long offensive. The…