It is a story that has become all too familiar; Syrian families suffering in the midst of shelling, torture and bloodshed, whilst the world waits fearful of intervention in the Middle East. The Syrian conflict […]
Uni using shamed Savile's cash
The University is continuing to receive money from the late Jimmy Savile, who this week has been accused of rape and child abuse. During the last five years of his life, Sir Jimmy had donated […]
Second Heaven
Burglaries, bills and bossy landlords, not exactly the most endearing prospect, after living in the safeguards of halls. We weren’t the only ones who had an ominous feeling when it came to moving into our […]
Club faces closure after violent attacks
Club Fire faces having its licence revoked after a string of attacks and criminal offences at the club. West Yorkshire Police have requested that Leeds City Council licensing committee review Fire’s licence “on the grounds […]
Dance | A Great Big Burlesque Bonanza
5/5 stars Stanley and Audrey Burton Theatre Saturday 6 October A perfect escape from the monotonous drone of Fresher’s events, Heidi Bang Tidy and her Burlesque Bonanza inject some much needed excitement into Leeds […]
Dance | Triple Bill
4/5 stars On Saturday 6 October stage@leeds played host to critically acclaimed Australian choreographer and dancer Marc Brew. The Marc Brew Company presented Triple Bill, a compilation of his own creative work and strongest […]
Living Nightmare
I’ve recently moved into a new house with my friends. Don’t get me wrong, I love my housemates. There is nothing like living with a group of your best friends (even when you sometimes want […]
Fresherdom Fail
I thought the urban myth that you become less hardcore after Fresherdom was just that, a falsehood, but apparently not. After just three nights of going out in a row, my whole household felt like […]
Leeds Lights Up
Leeds Student went down to the city centre to explore the wealth of cultural activity going on for Leeds’ annual Light Night On Friday 5 October, for one night only, the city of Leeds was […]
Dance | Friday Firsts #1: Bish Bash Bosh
3/5 stars The programme for ‘Bish Bash Bosh’ stated that one should expect “a most unpredictable evening of dance”…and it was exactly that! Showcasing work from groups, duos and solo performers, the audience were exposed […]
Student Samaritans stop Mint pickpocket
A couple on a night out at Mint nightclub foiled a pickpocket, after allegedly confronting him as he stole mobile phones. West Yorkshire Police are appealing for the savvy students to come forward. The pair […]
The Interview: Madeline Miller
Lucy Holden catches up with the newest member of the global literati, Madeline Miller, this week to talk everything books over transatlantic airwaves. Madeline Miller’s head is spinning. In May this year Miller […]