Eliza Oliver

The f-word in US politics

Fascism has run rampant across the Internet over the last decade, or, some definition of it has. The newest ‘f-word’ in politics has become interwoven with the actions of President Donald Trump and his cult-like following in the ‘MAGA’ movement. While his actions remain morally reprehensible, whether that makes him...
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Posted Mar. 15, 2026

Labour MPs among those criticising government inaction over ‘broken’ student loans system

Several disappointed Labour MPs have criticised the ‘inaction’ shown by the Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Chancellor Rachel Reeves towards the ‘broken’ student loans system. A number of MPs have come forward discussing their experiences of the dysfunctional student loan system, particularly the interest rates faced by repaying students....
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Posted Mar. 2, 2026

Starmer considering social media ban for under 16s

Keir Starmer is considering a social media ban for under 16s, despite a study finding it does not increase teenagers’ mental health problems. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who previously opposed social media bans, has announced that he would consider enforcing such a restriction for young people that is similar to...
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Posted Jan. 26, 2026