A worldwide spark of civil uprising has taken governments by surprise this year, both in the East and West. Ted-Orme Claye explores the reminiscence of the Arab Spring movement and its consequences. As the UK […]
Social Media’s Division Over Political Ads
Facebook stands increasingly alone in the debate over political ads, with Twitter’s banning of ads showing a clear divide between two social media giants on modern democracy’s most pertinent problem. In October, Facebook refused to […]
Not A Typical Year Abroad in Hong Kong
Over the last 6 months, Hong Kong protests have paralysed the city and severely impacted the lives of those living there. Sofia Stuart Leeson talked to three European exchange students in Hong Kong to find […]
ITV’s ‘Britain Get Talking’ Campaign: Using Silence to Start the Conversation
In a world in which we are all increasingly becoming slaves to our screens, ITV has recently set out to counter the danger that this development poses to mental wellness. On October 5th, presenters Ant […]
No Peace in Sight: America, Syria, Turkey and the Kurds
The US has withdrawn from the conflict in Syria, as promised by President Trump in 2016. However, the consequences of this decision are just beginning to shine through. What is left for the region after […]
The Fall of the Berlin Wall: 30 Years On
The Wall may have fallen, but what did it leave behind? Ananya Sriram explores the legacy of the Wall three decades after its collapse. From the first sledgehammer that struck the Berlin Wall to the […]
Human Trafficking: An Increasing Epidemic
Human trafficking is regarded as ‘modern-day slavery’ by charities and governments around the world. With this problem ever-increasing, Hannah Mather-Downham raises awareness on the issue. In the wake of the tragic death of thirty-nine Vietnamese […]
NHS launches new gambling addiction clinic in Leeds
In September, a new clinic for gambling addiction was opened in Leeds. It is the first of it’s kind outside of London, as part of the new NHS Northern Gambling Service in partnership with the […]
A World on Fire: What widespread protests worldwide mean for the future of political activism
As I write this, there are protests happening in Ethiopia, Chile, Lebanon, Iraq, Hong Kong, Barcelona, Australia, Paris and London – to name a few examples. With people around the world subjecting themselves to tear […]
Championing Inclusivity at the University of Leeds
Good news first: The University of Leeds remains one of the most highly recommended universities in Britain, ranking 13th overall in the Good University Guide that was released by The Times and Sunday Times this […]
Appropriate or Appropriation: What crosses the line for Halloween costumes?
Halloween is fast approaching. There is no doubt that a multitude of pirates, devils and skeletons will soon be roaming the streets of Leeds. I personally will be sporting a Jamie Oliver mask, which won […]
Talking Disability and Student Life
University life can be difficult, but it proves to be even more challenging for students with disabilities. Aino Lappalainen interviews two disabled students to get a glimpse of their experiences and struggles. Having a disability […]