Clubbing is a strange craving. I constantly complain about it, as I do about most things, yet somehow, I keep going back. There’s something oddly compelling about it. The mess, stress, and maddening emotions it can trigger, for some reason, make it all the more enticing. Clubbing at Warwick is...
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Warwick Writing Programme’s graduate, Anna Fiteni, has released her debut novel, The Wicked Lies of Habren Faire, with Electric Monkey. Her ‘romantasy’, inspired by Welsh mythology, follows the headstrong Sabrina into the magical world of the Tylwyth Teg, where the fae she encounters lands her in a dangerous deal to...
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On 31 July, without any warning or legal notice, Israeli forces used bulldozers and heavy machinery to destroy a seed bank in the West Bank city of Hebron. The central control room was demolished, infrastructure was ruined, and many genetic strains of native Palestinian species were lost forever. Ecocide has...
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This summer’s pantomime villain Mohammed Siraj produced another remarkable display with the ball as India pulled off an unlikely comeback on Day Five at The Oval to win the fifth Test. The right-armed fast bowler took the wickets of Jamie Smith, Jamie Overton, and Gus Atkinson in the short-lived fifth...
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The University and College Union (UCU) has urged the UK government to stop “obstructing” students in Gaza who have secured places to study at UK universities from taking up their offers due to visa-related restrictions. In a letter to the Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, UCU General Secretary, Jo Grady, wrote that...
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Often dubbed as “miracle drugs”, GLP-1 drugs are a class of medications most commonly used to help with type 2 diabetes, but more recently, these medications have been found to help with a multitude of other health issues. However, you’re more likely to have heard of these drugs thanks to...
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Follow along as I take you through various aspects of student life at Warwick, featuring the highs and lows, the As and Zs, and everything in between – ultimately ensuring you’ll be as equipped as possible to take life at Warwick in your stride. Arthur Vick or Jack Martin? The...
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During my holidays, I often begin to appreciate home comforts more. Being in a foreign country with a different culture, climate, and environment makes me realise just how good we have it here in the UK. One of the biggest things I appreciate about the UK, especially when on a...
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In The Boar’s latest step forward, we’ve decided to launch a new podcast, Hogging the Mic, paying tribute to the long legacy and history of our society. In fact, it launched today (August 14), so don’t hesitate to give it a listen! We’ll be bringing the wisdom of our alumni...
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ruled that countries have a legal duty to prevent climate degradation. The advisory opinion, delivered by the United Nations’ (UN) highest court, opens the door to potential legal action against high-emitting nations. The court clarified that states have responsibilities to address climate change...
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Luke Evans speaks about his experience of the Lionesses’ victory while at Tramlines.
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On Friday 1 August, new laws concerning academic freedom of speech came into force across the UK as part of Keir Starmer’s ‘Plan for Change’. The laws tackle the “silencing of academics or students who voice legitimate views”, Skills Minister Jacqui Smith said. To comply with these new regulations, universities...
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Campus accommodation is undoubtedly the best place to live in your first year, helping you settle into university life, providing general convenience, and, most importantly, serving as a great way to make friends. Choosing the right accommodation is an important decision, and, no pressure, but it will likely have a...
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