AS we approach the tournament that takes us from winter to spring, we’re still not quite sure which way the wind will blow. Recent history says that the Championship following a World Cup is a […]
It’s Worth it to Take the Risk and Travel Solo
Last year, one of my New Year’s resolutions was to go travelling by myself. I have always loved my own company, but the fear of being judged or appearing lonely has deterred me from doing […]
Mental Health A-Z: N is for Normal
Normal: conforming to a type or standard. Initially, during our school days, all we want is to fit in. We want to blend in with the rest of the crowd; liking the right kind of […]
The Dangers of Parents and Social Media
Text from ‘Mother’: “Why won’t you accept me on Facebook? *sad, crying face*.” Here we go, after about a year of protest she just wouldn’t let it go. Next I’m hit with a long list […]
The Depression Diaries: anxiety, grief and a whirlwind of emotions
Throughout my teenage years I struggled with having a positive perception of myself but what I was fighting with on the inside didn’t coalesce with my outside world. I had an extremely close family who […]
Consequences of the UK Government’s Fracking Ambition
During the last fortnight, three of the ‘Big 6’ energy companies – E.ON, SSE and ScottishPower, have announced cuts to their gas prices by 5.1%, 5.3% and 5.4%, respectively. After years of continued rises in […]
Veganism – Fad or Future?
The Gryphon explores the possible growth of veganism in 2016, the use of it as a fad diet as well as an environmental action. For many, New Year’s symbolises the turning over of a new […]
Science-Fiction versus Science Fact
We live in the future. This isn’t meant to be philosophical or grandiose; when you consider the incredible technological advances which have occurred over the last few decades the truth in that statement should be […]
And we would’ve gotten away with it too, if it weren’t for you meddling Lords…
I was greatly moved recently when reading about the worries of a father who feared his children might never be able to afford their own homes and may struggle to live independently on their wages. […]
The question David Cameron can afford to ignore: Should Britain end its ‘special relationship’ with Saudi Arabia?
Yes: Saudi Arabia is a country that is known for, amongst many other sins, dreadful liberties and poor freedom of the press. This distaste for democracy that is adopted by Saudi Arabia leads me to […]
In The Middle with Shura
Despite pretty extensive touring, our meeting is surprisingly the first time alt-pop sensation Shura has ever played in Leeds. It’s been a pretty rollercoaster ride so far: first single ‘Touch’ went viral after a video […]
Vile Child by Milk Teeth
Milk Teeth have always been a band that greatly interest me. Hailing from Stroud, the bombastic punk outfit initially grabbed my attention with their EP Sad Sack, a collection of six pounding tracks that call […]