The Neighbourhood, otherwise known as ‘The NBHD’ to their most dedicated fans, are an intriguing band. Coming seemingly out of nowhere, this California five-piece have descended on the music industry in a whirlwind, with their […]
NHS workers were right to go on strike
It’s no secret that NHS workers are underpaid and overworked. Not many of us would agree to work 12 hour night shifts, unpaid overtime in a hugely stressful environment and earn between £21,000 and £27,000 to […]
Is ‘I Pray For You’ patronising?
Whether you are the religious sort or a confirmed cynic, many have experienced a friend or acquaintance who is keen to tell you that you feature in their prayers. For some, this is a compliment. […]
Books | An interview with Will Self
Having recently released his new novel, Shark, the subject of his recent event at Ilkley Literature Festival, In The Middle grabbed an interview with the controversial author to find out what he had to say […]
Former Laureate at Uni WW1 commemoration
Sir Andrew Motion, former Poet Laureate, will be at the University of Leeds next Wednesday. His visit is part of the University’s commemoration of the First World War. There will be events taking place throughout […]
Features Editor Brigitte Phillips Gets the Chop!
It has finally happened, something I have been building up to for well over a year, I cut off all my hair. Well, not exactly all of it, but a significant chunk of it. My […]
England make hard work of Tallinn test
Despite securing 3 points, a clean sheet and a firm place at the top of their Euro 2016 qualifying group, England failed to quieten their critics with an uninspiring 1-0 win over international minnows Estonia. […]
TV | Dapper Laughs puts absolute plonker on mainstream screens
When Dapper Laughs was first described to me as a misogynistic, out dated, highly criticised TV personality, my preconceived idea of what the show would be like went along the lines of something only available […]
NUS activist abused over defeated IS motion
NUS’ Black Students Campaign officer Malia Bouattia has received threats of violence on social media amid widespread disagreement over the defeat of a motion to condemn IS. Bouattia was criticised after giving a speech that […]
Sister of minibus crash victim blames the driver
Amy Firth, the sister of Bethany Jones – the Leeds student killed in a car accident last year, has said that the driver’s ‘idiotic actions’ were to blame for her death. The jury at Leeds […]
In The Middle with Eagulls
George Mitchell, lead singer of Leeds post-punks Eagulls, is a busy guy. After releasing their debut album, touring America and doing a summer of Festivals, you’d forgive the band for wanting to take a break. […]
Food | Gastronaut heads to Tharavadu for the best in Keralan
“Tharavadu” in Keralan means ‘family house’, representing the observation of traditions and all things familial. In this regard, Tharavadu has certainly stayed true to its name. Upon entering, we felt as though we were being […]