‘Three Hours’ by Rosamund Lupton is a truly gripping read
Sophie Hamilton tells us why 'Three Hours' had her hooked and how it explores contemporary issues, such as radicalisation, terrorism and racism.
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A history of flowers
The meaning and purpose of different flowers has changed substantially throughout the years. Simona Valeviciute looks back at the vibrant history of flowers.
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England’s supporter-less West Indies clash is a major Test
While international cricket is set to return on 8 July with the start of a three-match Test series between the West Indies and England, top England bowlers have raised concerns of the effect of not having a crowd to support them at the ground. In an interview with the BBC,...
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Wasps Netball: Hannah Knights announces retirement
Wasps Netball captain Hannah Knights has announced her retirement from the sport – calling time on a fifteen-year Netball Superleague career. Knights has been a title-winning captain on four occasions, with both the Surrey Storm and Wasps. Knights lifted her first Superleague title with Storm in 2014, starting a run...
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Ethnic minority and female academics less likely to be awarded grants than white and male counterparts
A new report from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has revealed differences in grant success rates – particularly between ethnic minority and female researchers in comparison to their white and male equivalents.
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“When black people win, everyone wins”: interview with Black Travel Alliance
Following the viral Black Lives Matter movement, Alice Standen talks to the Black Travel Alliance about their campaign #PullUpTravel.
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How will we look back on lockdown?
In months and years to come, we will all look back on lockdown differently. Adam Agowun considers two approaches to thinking about time in lockdown.
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Little Simz’ ‘Drop 6’ review
Adding to an increasingly impressive list of lockdown albums, Drop 6 delivers dynamism without inconsistency, brazen beats without braggadocio.
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Several players withdraw from Snooker World Championship
Snooker’s governing body, the World Snooker Tour, has confirmed that “several” players have withdrawn from this year’s Snooker World Championship. According to reports in China, up to 10 players have declined the opportunity to take part in the tournament, citing concerns regarding travel, and the quarantine regulations for coronavirus. It...
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What are mini-forests and why do they matter?
Our planet is under extreme stress. With pollution levels rising as well as increasing emissions of carbon, fighting to stop the climate crisis is a matter of urgency. Mini-forests, an impressive invention that aims to increase biodiversity, have sprung up across Europe. Could this be the solution to our problems? ...
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Austrian GP: Valtteri Bottas wins dramatic Formula 1 season opener
Valtteri Bottas secured victory in the opening race of the Formula 1 season, leading from start to finish at the Austrian Grand Prix. In a chaotic end to the race, Lewis Hamilton was awarded a five-seconded penalty, allowing Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris to leap into second and third, respectively....
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Intern of the month: How to ace your virtual internship
With the pandemic came an unexpected upheaval: jobs shifted online and we were once again back home. University students now have a lot of time on our hands, opening opportunities for personal and professional skill development. With businesses and work increasingly moving online, the cornucopia of remote internships has provided...
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