Lady Gaga – ARTPOP (4/5) On ‘Hacker’, the closer of Death Grip’s 2012 hit album, The Money Store, Mc Ride makes the bold claim that “Gaga can’t handle this shit”. Before I heard Gaga’s latest […]
Film | Drinking Buddies – A romantic comedy with real comedy
photo: Burn Later Productions 4/5 Stars Kate (Olivia Wilde) and Luke (Jake Johnson) are goofy, fun loving co-workers at a boutique brewery in Chicago. Appreciating pool and beer, alcohol dominates their daily lives, their ritual […]
Sport | AP McCoy – Milestone victory for a true racing great
If there is one sportsperson who has defined commitment to their sport throughout their career, few could argue for looking far beyond Anthony Peter McCoy. While an 18-year career (so far) is a feat in any sport, […]
Music Theatre Society | Oh! What a Lovely War – an exceptional production
photo: LUU Music Theatre Society The dramatic, haunting opening of the Music Theatre Society’s version of Oh! What a Lovely War is not representative of the rest of the musical’s lively tone but it does […]
Theatre Group | Vinegar Tom – Caryl Churchill's '70's play about 17th century witch hunts is still relevant
photo: Jess Macdonald It is symptomatic of the world we live in that a 1970s radical feminist play, set during the craze of witch trials in 17th century England, can be made to feel so […]
Comment | We need the pomp and pantomime of PMQs
Prime Ministers Questions come once a week and whether you’re a political novice or expert, they should always be an essential watch. Prime Ministers Questions, often referred to as PMQs, often come under fire as […]
Debate | What the Frack?
Households across the UK have been told that they must prepare for a sharp rise in energy bills within two years as Britain comes “dangerously” close to power shortages. So, is Fracking for shale gas […]
Music | Live in Leeds – Deap Vally, Nick Mulvey & Boy George
Deap Vally – The Wardrobe (4/5) For girls like myself who grew up idolising rock stars as opposed to popstars, it’s always nice to see women in the industry picking up instruments and flipping out on stage […]
Science | Caution called for at UK genome project
We live in an age of subversion and sabotage, though not through your typical James Bond espionage, but data acquisition and hacking. Media mules Andy Coulson and Rebekah Brooks, among other editors currently stand trial […]
Travel | Get planning your Christmas getaway
Europe is ideal for a winter break. From the snow covered Alps to vibrant cities, there is an abundance of choice when it comes to planning a holiday at this time of year. Whilst student […]
Sport | Durham dig deep for Weetwood win
Leeds Gryphons were left cursing a lacklustre first half as their comeback attempt came up short against Durham 2nds this week. Leeds knew they were in for a tough task when they welcomed Durham to […]
TV | Freewheeling with Ross Noble
Ross Noble’s new spontaneity-based show has arrived on our screens, where he goes next, is anyone’s guess. Award winning stand-up comedian Ross Noble was made famous for his brilliant ability to manipulate the mundane into […]