Parents’ evening. Where the word ‘shy’ seems to be shamed more than ‘troublemaker,’ ‘naughty,’ or ‘challenging.’ Where not contributing in class or engaging in group discussions is viewed as a flaw. Where you’re sat next to the loud kids in school to ‘tone them down.’ Where you avoid eye contact...
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Before we begin this timeless debate, I just want to make it clear that I am coming from a very subjective perspective. I am no professional when it comes to video games; my skills range from Minecraft to The Sims and that’s just about it. So, when I make my...
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My friend once told me something that I think perfectly sums up the discussion surrounding the US banned books list. It’s easier to control information than it is to control people. Book banning is nothing new, having recurred throughout American history (for example the McCarthy era and the early 1980s)....
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We all have those books we turn to when we need a little comfort. Funnily enough, most of my comfort reads come from my childhood, a time when the world seemed a little simpler. Below, I’m going to share with you some of my favourite comfort books, the ones I...
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Happy 2025! Allow all of us at The Boar to inspire you with our bold new promises for the year – whether that's new sports, no coffee, or (finally) locking in academically.
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Over the course of a week, I went on an Arctic adventure which included freezing temperatures, and enough layers of clothing to double my body size. This article would be miles long if I went day-by-day so here’s a brief summary of the things I got up to: Staying...
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I recently spent just over twenty-four hours on a bus. That’s right, twenty-four hours. Questionable legroom, crumbs in places they shouldn’t be, and the constant rumble of an engine mocking my every attempt to sleep – you name it, I faced it. By hour six, I’d begun to question my...
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Let me take you through the best books I read in 2024, one for each month! Each of them has offered me something unique and memorable, so join me as I revisit the stories that made this year’s reading journey so special. January – Harry Potter and the Goblet of...
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Over the course of a weekend, I had the chance to go to Oslo, the capital of Norway, a trip organised by the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) in Gothenburg, Sweden. The trip sold out almost instantly with about 40 of us joining the journey. We started bright and early at...
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When Lost first premiered in 2004, it immediately captivated audiences with its blend of mystery, drama, and supernatural elements. Its pilot episode is regarded as one of the most iconic pilots in television history with its high production value of around $10-14 million, gripping storyline, and diverse cast of characters....
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My first few months studying abroad in Sweden have highlighted the many different ways of assessing work in higher education, with the UK diverging significantly from much of the globe. Having completed several assignments at the University of Gothenburg, it is clear that the pass/fail system is much more beneficial...
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Of the many Swedish islands I’ve visited while on my year abroad, none have quite impressed me as much as Gotland, Sweden’s largest island located in the centre of the Baltic Sea. I signed up to this trip with ESN Gothenburg (Erasmus Student Network) and spent the entire weekend exploring...
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Dame Maggie Smith, the acclaimed actress whose career spanned more than six decades, has passed away at the age of 89. A statement from her sons said she died peacefully in hospital on the morning of 27 September. This has led to an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans,...
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