Flip-back: ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’
Noah Keate reflects on one of his favourite childhood books, The Magic Farway Tree, and how it managed to spark his interest in reading
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Is coronavirus being used as an excuse for sinophobia?
Coronaviruses are a sub-group of viruses which are zoonotic, meaning that they can be transferred between animals and people. They are named after the shape of the spikes, (“corona” translates roughly as crown), on their surface. Contrary to what many fear-mongering headlines would have you believe, they are not a...
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Warwick study abroad students unable to return home after Malaysia put on lockdown
Warwick students, studying abroad at Monash University, Malaysia, are unable to return home due to their passports being held by the government.
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Shearer, Henry or Giggs: who will be the first inductee into the Premier League Hall of Fame?
The Premier League has announced plans to launch an official Hall of Fame, which will be dedicated to recognising “the exceptional skill and talent” of players who have featured in the competition since its formation in 1992. A statement from the Premier League revealed that two inductees would be welcomed...
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Are climate activists of colour excluded from the fight?
The emerging climate activism movement has made so many strides towards environmental progress, with young activists from around the world putting environmental issues at the top of the agendas of politicians and ordinary people. While it’s true that Greta Thunberg has been the poster girl and the most visible activist...
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Former minister Margot James announced as new executive chair of WMG
Margot James, the former Minister for Digital and the Creative Industries, has been appointed the new executive chair of Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG).
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Love’s Great Adventure: ‘Inside No 9’ delivers kitchen-sink drama
Reece Goodall reviews episode 3 of Inside No 9, reflecting on the ability of the talented cast to shift towards a completely different genre.
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Two teenagers charged with murder after Coventry drive-by shooting
Two teenagers have been charged with murder after a 19-year-old man was killed in a drive-by shooting in Coventry.
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Why ‘The Last of Us’ is on track to be the perfect game-to-TV adaptation
Owen Fisher explains why he is excited to see Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin unite for HBOs adaptation of NaughtyDogs' The Last of Us.
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The tournament of travel: why we treat holidays as a competition
Travel is becoming a competition sport, and society’s inclination to want to one-up every wild story told has meant that exploring the world is less about your personal experience and more about the bragging rights when you return home.
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Invincible: does Arsene Wenger deserve an Emirates Stadium statue?
In September, 2002, Arsene Wenger optimistically predicted that his team “can go through the season unbeaten”. They were beaten just two weeks later away by Everton. Wenger’s confident prediction was considered a gaffe highlighting his arrogance and stubborn belief in his revolutionary approach to football. The next season ensured this...
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Spotlight On: Tamino
In the latest edition of the Spotlight On... series, Cristina Maino showcases the multi-instrumentalist and multi-cultural performer Tamino.
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Before we blame the press we must confront our responsibility as readers
In light of Caroline Flack's death, Cerys Turner argues that, as consumers, we must confront our own role in fuelling tabloid press.
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