As we all know ‘Brexit’ has led to adjustments within our economy. However what you may not know is the effect these are set to have upon students. The value of our currency has dropped […]
The Leeds food industry making a difference
In modern industry, the recognition of the environmental and ethical impact of firms is undoubtedly growing. As consumers, many of us no longer find it acceptable for businesses to exploit natural resources for their own […]
Meet 2014 UZ224: the dwarf planet discovered by undergraduates
Of the 14.2 million observations made by the Minor Planet Center (MPC) so far this year, one in particular caught the attention of the scientific community last week. After two years of research, a team […]
"Wellness did not serve me well" – the pitfalls of clean eating
So called ‘Wellness’ bloggers such as Ella Woodward and the Hemsley Sisters have turned the clean eating craze into an immensely profitable industry. Recently, this trend has attracted backlash, especially from medical experts. A recent […]
Job prospects across the Channel – are languages the future?
In an increasingly globalised and competitive job market, what can students do to help them stand out within a sea of applicants for a limited number of jobs? The answer: learn a foreign language. With […]
The most inconspicuous billionaire?
Every business student has come across the Inditex (Zara) study case. The majority of us have studied the characteristics of this company and I could list myself some traits and examples of its internationalisation over […]
Deliveroo: How our new favourite takeaway app achieved such rapid success
Annual growth of 25% and a net worth of over $1billion in just 3 years, impossible for a start-up business I hear you cry! Yet Deliveroo with a presence in over 60 countries and an […]
OKTOBERFEST, not exactly Germany…
Running from the 6th to the 9th of October, the event describes itself as an authentic celebration of German food, beer and music. Held in the grounds of famous former local brewery The Tetley, the venue […]
The Apprentice – As ruthless as ever?
It’s that time of year again. Back for its twelfth series, eighteen business tycoons are suiting up to battle it out for the chance to win a £250,000 investment from Lord Sugar, and, as ever, […]
How Television Depicts the Controversy of Operation Yewtree
National Treasure is a critically acclaimed four part TV drama concluding next week starring Robbie Coltrane and Julie Walters. The BBC drama was written by Jack Thorne, also known for Skins and This is England, […]
As his second term comes to an end, The Gryphon asks: will the world look back favourably on Obama’s time in office?
Yes – Steven Atkins The first African American President of the United States had a lot to do in order to deliver the hope that he had promised. The quiet revolution that Obama has led, […]
Jeremy Loops @ Leeds Stylus, 13/10/16
Having had one of his songs stuck in my head for the hour prior to the gig, I was ready to see Jeremy Loops in all his glory. The intimate gig, held at Stylus, was […]