The 2018 World Cup in Russia has already been heralded as one of the most exciting tournaments in recent years, and a recurring theme of the tournament so far has been penalty kicks. Whether it be Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo seeing their penalties saved by underdog goalkeepers or Harry...
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When I left London at 11, I remember it being this magical city of possibility. This place with unlimited options, sprawled across historic landmarks and ultra-modern architecture. Until recently, it still felt like home. I lost love for the city where I grew up Every year, I would...
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Matthew Dale explores the potential of zombies ever being real, with expertise from Dr Zombie.
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“So what are you guys looking for again?” the bemused guard asked. The tired barbarian sighed. “For the last time, we’re looking for an expert on dragons who can value this giant ruby dragon skull.” “Wait wait wait!” The bard interjected, “You’re not saying you intend to sell our favourite...
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Random visits to the Warwick Bookshop for me are therapeutic and a treat. On one visit I noticed the Very Short Introductions (VSI) collection by Oxford University Press. It was so exciting to see books on so many topics: some I found random, others I thought were too simple to need...
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Amy Kynman reports on new research from the University of Warwick, thanks to which a detailed structure of conjugated polymers has been discovered.
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Every year, Warwick sends a plethora of creative and committed students to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Throughout July, the Boar Arts will be previewing this year’s productions and celebrating the range of talent Warwick Drama has to offer. Here we kick off our series by chatting to the team behind Timpson:...
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Earlier this year, the University of Warwick was seeking permission for expansion which would take place over four years, and would cost a total of £400 million. The expansion would consist of nine new developments, including: an £80 million Faculty of Arts building, a new £57 million Cryfield Student Village...
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Jessie Kolvin Two people fell in love and it was hard not to be very happy for them. It was also hard not to be excited about what their union suggested for an outdated institution: a non-white person married into the royal family for the first time; a divorcee...
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House of Fraser is to close its store in Leamington Spa as plans to restructure the company get under way. 31 of its 59 stores are set to close nationwide, which is expected to create up to 6000 job losses in the UK and almost 200 in Leamington Spa.
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Flashback to 100 years ago in Britain. A select group of women had only just obtained the right to vote. Politics was seen as ‘The Old Boys Club’. Men were given power to shape all political affairs while women were expected to focus on domestic issues. Privately educated men, with...
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Mary Francis reports that a new study reveals that sexual harassment in STEM faculties isn't just about sex.
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Alfredo James Pacino, better known as Al Pacino, has always been one of my all-time favourite actors. There is something about the way he is able to charm an audience without embodying the typical ‘hero’ character. His roles have included some of the most iconic and versatile out there from...
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