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Lost in translation: sentiments English cannot do justice, with a focus on Camus’s ‘The Stranger’

George Orwell stated within his essay ‘Politics and the English Language’ that using Latin, Greek, or other foreign words and phrases in writing is ineffectual. “Bad writers, and especially scientific, political and sociological writers, are nearly always haunted by the notion that Latin or Greek words are grander than Saxon...
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By , Apr. 4, 2025

European universities look to recruit US scholars amid Trump’s funding cuts

European universities, such as Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), are looking to take on American academics searching for research opportunities, as their US counterparts see funding drastically cut under the new Trump administration.  Institutions such as NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention...
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By , Apr. 4, 2025

The rise of pimple patches

With the rise of elaborate skincare routines and TikTok’s ‘clean girl’ aesthetic, pimple patches have become more than just a skincare tool. They’re now a trendy accessory. So, do they improve your skin, or are they just a cute statement piece? This article explores the science behind pimple patches, their...
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By , Apr. 4, 2025

A short history of motherhood in theatre

Parents are reflected in their children, and society is reflected in the theatre, both can be for better or for worse. The mother is a constant character that has been in theatre since the Greeks. Euripides’ neurotic yet strong matriarch Medea, in clashes with her lover Jason, brings out potent...
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By , Apr. 3, 2025