Antibiotic resistance is dangerously rising: my experience with a superbug
Melissa Martin recounts her experience with battling a superbug, arguing that we should be focusing as much on antibiotic resistance than climate change.
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To gym, or not to gym?
To gym, or not to gym, that is the question. With gym memberships being extortionately expensive, but there being so many benefits to going to the gym, should you splash out? Darcey Edkins weighs up the pros and cons.
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Bristol University offers students accommodation 30 miles away in Wales
The University of Bristol has offered students accommodation across the border in Wales after running out of space on campus.
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Everything you should know as an international student coming to Warwick
As an international student, moving to the UK for university was an extremely overwhelming and nerve-racking experience for me. Not only was it my first time away from home, but I was also going to be living in a completely different country all on my own. In my time at Warwick, I have definitely experienced several of the struggles international students may encounter. Nevertheless, my time abroad has been one of the most fun and gratifying experiences I have had yet. If you are an international student moving to Warwick and are feeling all of the above, never fear, because I’m here to give you an insider’s perspective on everything you should know as an international student coming to the UK, as well as tips and tricks to prepare for British student life.
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The US loses their 78-game basketball winning streak to Australia
A penny for Greg Popovich’s thoughts. The USA coach could be forgiven for wondering what on earth he had gotten himself into as he watched Patty Mills put up 30 points during Australia’s historic 98-94 victory over his US side. A squad he hoped would contain Anthony Davis and Damian...
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“Broader benefits” of university should be promoted, says Universities UK
Universities UK (UUK) has called on the government to promote the “broader benefits” of higher education, after a poll found that only 1 in 3 (34%) students consider their future salary when applying for university.
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Sex and disability: it’s not one-size-fits-all
In honour of Sexual Health Week 2019, Isabelle Atkins discusses its theme: sex and disability. She opens up the conversation and argues that sex education should be inclusive and accessible.
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Why celebrity eco-hypocrites are doing more harm than good
Full confession – I never used to buy into global warning and the need for environmental protection. There were numerous reasons, but the major one is that I never saw an eco-activist who wasn’t a hypocrite. If you undermine your argument, why should I buy it? And now, as climate...
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Films that make you want to travel: Wes Anderson and wanderlust
I will admit that to most of you reading this, a travel and film collaboration on ‘wanderlust and Wes Anderson’ probably seems like an incredibly niche article. Or perhaps you’ve clicked on this because you’re as obsessed with Anderson’s films as I am. Either way, I imagine you’re slightly surprised...
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Why we should have a clear conscience in indulging in guilty pleasures
Hayley Ho argues in defence of the books so often dubbed to be 'guilty pleasures' and suggests why we should be guilt-free in enjoying them.
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Princess Diana musical – dignified drama or a royal flop?
Izzy Conway questions whether a musical about the life of Princess Diana will be received as distasteful or an honour to her life's work.
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Could stopping summer holidays save the environment?
She may be small, but she sure as hell is making a difference. 16 year old Swedish climate activist, Greta Thumberg, founder of the School Strike for Climate, has recently embarked on a two week sailing voyage in order to attend the UN Climate Action Summit in New York, in...
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UK government revives two-year work visas for international graduates
The UK government has announced that two-year post-study work visas for international graduates from higher education will be revived.
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