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Should we send Coventry to Coventry?

The famous phrase ‘send to Coventry’ means to ignore and ostracise someone as punishment. It likely originates from the English Civil War, when many Royalist captives were held prisoner in the infamous Parliamentarian stronghold of Coventry. Over the years, this saying has been reinforced by the popular opinion that Coventry...
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By , Aug. 20, 2025

New research warns of ‘alarming’ underestimation in university job cuts, as over 20,000 jobs at risk

As many as 20,000 higher education jobs could be at risk, as a new survey has revealed the true extent of redundancies facing the sector.  Rebecca Harrison, a former lecturer at the Open University, and David Harvie, who previously served as the University and College Union’s (UCU) treasurer, surveyed 349...
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By , Aug. 17, 2025

Heung-min Son: Tottenham’s number seven

As the number 7 appeared on the board and drew the curtain on Heung Min Son’s time in North London, tens of thousands of fans rose to applaud the man who gave his career for Spurs. Amongst them stood Son Woong-Jung, with a grin that could only belong to a...
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By , Aug. 17, 2025

Warwick Labour rebrand sees resignations amid accusations of ‘undemocratic’ decision-making

The decision to rename Warwick Labour Movement has been approved unanimously by its executive committee following the resignation of three of its members. External Campaigns Officer Josh Balabanoff, Sports Officer Cianan Sheekey, and LGBTQ+ Officer Connor Summerell all resigned from their exec positions, citing their continued commitment to the Labour...
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By , Aug. 16, 2025