Many countries have reset their defence policies since the start of the pandemic. Writer Josh Bate discusses the future of US counter-terrorism policy after the fall of Afghanistan.
“There is no future. I can’t see any future, especially for girls.”
Following the events in Afghanistan last month, the country and its people face an uncertain future. Hannah Mather-Downham spoke to the founder of Bahar Women’s Association to get her perspective on the current crisis, learn about her organisation, and find out what members of the Leeds community can do to help.
Texas’ new Abortion Law: A Frightening step back for Women’s Rights
Last Wednesday, the US Supreme Court decided in favour of Texas banning most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy and harshly criminalising anyone involved.
This year’s Eurovision has become a diplomatic nightmare
Will Nixon explores the disagreements and controversies surrounding this year’s Eurovision competition.
What does the murder of Giorgos Karaivaz mean for investigative journalism?
After the death of veteran journalist, Giorgos Karaviaz, Josh Bate contemplates the nature and safety of investigative journalism. Should journalists be offered more protection, considering the dangers they face in exposing the truth?
What is the future of Ireland post-Brexit?
Oran O’Neill attempts to answer the question of our times: “What is the future of Ireland post-Brexit?” and touches on the Northern Ireland riots, the creation of an “Irish Sea Border” and several other points of tension.
Greta Thunberg: “You are never too small to make a difference”
“Is the microphone on? Is it really on? Is my English ok? Because I’m beginning to wonder.”
Rashford fights Tory food scandal
Marcus Rashford fighting the government once more, this time it’s food parcels.
Alexei Navalny’s Provocative and Perilous Homecoming
Alexei Navalny returned to Russia after being poisoned with nerve agent. He is now facing trial. Ana Hill Lopez Menchero investigates his homecoming and the precarious position of those who oppose to the Russian state.
Chaos looms following the Ugandan elections
On the 14th January, approximately 57% of eligible voters in Uganda casted their votes in the elections of the next President and Parliament. Although Uganda’s electoral commission already announced the victory of Yoweri Musveni, who […]
Top 4 TV and culture icons of 2020
Giulio Bajona shares four iconic characters and moments from this ‘unprecedented’ year, in a cultural countdown of 2020
Biden’s administration appointments: Making a cabinet that “looks like America”
Alice Spall investigates whether Biden will be able to curate the most progressive presidency in history.