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Brighton’s Homelessness Crisis 

In the winter months as Brighton hits below freezing temperatures, there are hundreds whose reality is harsh – survival on the streets. In Brighton, estimates by Shelter show that over…

Exclusive with the Vice Chancellor

To celebrate the beginning of a new semester at Sussex Sasha Roseneil, Vice Chancellor, sat down with The Badger for an exclusive insight into life as Vice Chancellor and all…

The WWF Unmasked: Violence, Contradictions and Greenwashing

Words by Amina Daniel In the realm of environmental conservation, few non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are as widely recognised and trusted as the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Adorned with…

Spotlight Events: The Brighton-Based DJ Collective Mixing It Up

Words by Jessie Smith If you’re like me when it comes to Brighton nightlife, you’re ready for something different— something other than the roves of indie boys chucking their beer…

The Case Against Diddy is Undeniable. Why Are We So Obsessed with Separating the Art from the Artist?

Words by Jess Smith Three Decades For three decades, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been altering the hip-hop landscape through his patronage and collaborations with some of the biggest stars in…

Storm Éowyn Rocks Brighton’s Coastline

The force of the recent Storm Éowyn has shaken Brighton. The high pressure and rapidly intensifying winds through the Jet Stream contributed to a battering of our coastlines across the…

Come to the Cabaret!

Meine Damen und Herren, Mesdames et Messieurs, Ladies and Gentlemen! Do not delay going to the Cabaret! John Kander’s classic musical lights up Central London’s Embankment at the Kit Kat…

That’s a Wrap: The Phenomenon of Spotify’s Yearly Recap

Words by Finn Norris and Harry Turnbull An Ageing Tradition Nine Decembers ago, Spotify launched a surprise feature that allowed users to reflect simply on their ‘year in music’. Since…

I Owe My Life to Amateur Dramatics

When people think of the Am Drams, the consensus stems from the assumption of drab and dull acting, vocals comparable to X-Factor auditions, and dancing that would make Bruce Forsyth…

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Is It Black and White?

“GOOD GOD MAN! YOU ALMOST GOT THE CHEESE TOUCH,” we all shout in unison as our friend cracks open a baby bell in year 6 (at least I did, I…

Brighton’s Hidden Classics

A musical rocket ship to the moon launched way back in the early 20th century, with genres like Jazz, Swing, Latin and Blues showing us what spring is like on…

Brighton: Wrapped

In the good old days, winter was the season of mince pies, mulled wine and Michael Bublé. Now, however, Spotify Wrapped is more of a hallmark of the holidays than…

Trump’s Cabinet: Business as Usual for the Elite 

Donald Trump’s view on billionaires seems to be ‘the more the merrier’, with his potential administration shaping up to be the wealthiest in history. To put this into perspective, the…

Lost & Found: Why Some Musicians Never Live to See Their Fame

Forgotten while you’re here, Remembered for a while – Nick Drake Words by James Scott Throughout history, from the Ancient Greeks to the present day, there has been an enduring…

“Try” and Stop Us: Sussex Women’s Rugby Spotlight

Words by Lottie Whelan Founded in 2010, the University of Sussex Women’s Rugby Club, affectionately known as ‘Sugby’, is a flourishing sports society consisting of two dedicated and passionate teams.…

Top 5 Albums of 2024

Words by Finn Norris and Harry Turnbull 2024 has been, in our view, a fantastic year for music. From emerging artists bursting onto the scenewith instant hits to childhood heroes…

Why are so many arts venues shutting down?

Is there really a problem? While music may be the food of love, unfortunately, the public requires real consistent nourishment. Due to the cost-of-living crisis, people are frequenting food banks…

Are you playing the game? Or is the game playing you

The Danger Generative AI has gone from simply a plot in an Arnold Schwarzenegger action movie to a very real technological marvel in the modern age. However, as with everything,…

“The Evolution of Feminist Literature: From the Classics to Today”

Words by Isabel Cattermole Feminist literature has long been used as a weapon for change, urging readers to question ideas about gender, power, and identity. From Simone de Beauvoir’s The…

Siân Berry Exclusive Interview with the Badger

Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel here! Back in October, recently elected Brighton Pavilion MP, Siân Berry, sat down with News Sub-Editor Jade Montana to give an exclusive…