Why illustrations have a place outside of children’s books
Illustrations don't just belong in children's books - they enhance the reading experience for adults too and Rhys Clarke tells us why
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Access to emergency contraception has fallen throughout the pandemic
It's undoubtedly true that fewer people have accessed the health services that they need down to the pandemic. Emma Wilkes explores the dangers surrounding reduced access to emergency contraception.
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The gender gap is apparent, it will worsen if female athletes are continually scrutinised and objectified
Female athletes are often subject to disturbing scrutiny. Her body is judged, shamed and sexualised. There is no escaping the fact that appearance will always be rigorously monitored in disciplined competitive sports. An athlete’s kit should be held to a certain standard, but it becomes problematic when concerns about a...
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David Starkey resigns from Cambridge University after racist remarks
Historian David Starkey has resigned from his position at Cambridge University following allegations of racism.
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Gyms, pools and team sports to return in England
The government has announced the latest easing of England’s lockdown, with gyms, pools, leisure centres and outdoor sport all set to reopen this month. UK Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden urged people to “work out to help out”. Outdoor pools will be allowed to reopen from Saturday 11 July, while indoor...
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Life after lockdown: nerves about the new ‘normal’
As lockdown regulations begin to ease, Hannah Drew considers why some may feel apprehensive about a return to the new 'normal'.
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‘SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated’ review
Issy Van Der Velde reviews the remaster of the classic Spongebob game!
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Lithuania rolls out the “pink carpet” for tourists
It can be difficult to attract tourists but Lithuania knows the way to their hearts: through their stomachs.
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‘365 Days’ sets back women’s rights by centuries
Tasha Hardaker reviews controversial new Netflix film '365 Days' and explains why in the age of #MeToo, it is only a step backwards for women's rights.
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Is Nirvana’s ‘Nevermind’ still remarkable?
Nirvana's Nevermind has long been hailed as one of the greatest alt-rock albums. Thirty years on from its original recording, however, does it still deserve the prestige?
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Government confirms £320m PE premium will continue
The Department for Education (DfE) has confirmed that the £320 million PE and sport premium will continue next year. The PE premium is a ring-fenced top-up to school funding, first introduced in 2013, which helps ensure that every primary school-age child gets 60 minutes of physical activity a week. School...
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Universities Minister criticises universities for offering “dumbed down” courses
The Universities Minister says universities are taking advantage of students, due to offering "dumbed down" courses.
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‘Perry Mason’: Chapter Two
Reece Goodall reviews episode two of HBO's 'Perry Mason', praising the strong new introductions to the cast, and musing upon the several realised mysteries yet to be unravelled.
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