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Elliot Carpenter
May 9, 20233 min read
Vaping: Time to Crack Down?
Once upon a time, vaping was a simple step towards quitting nicotine. Nowadays, it acts as many youths’ first interaction with the...
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Thomas Hannah
Apr 28, 20233 min read
The Mask as a Protective Object, Mental Health and Life Under the Microscope
As many of us have experienced wearing a mask for a prolonged period due to the pandemic. A question can now be posed regarding identity,...
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Morgan Forbes
Apr 27, 20234 min read
Why You Should Go Interrailing
It’s truly a privilege to be able to travel — especially internationally. No matter what budget you set out with, it’s going to be expensive
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Katie Coxall
Apr 25, 20234 min read
The “Dupe” Trend: Overturning Authenticity in an Era of Convenience
In the age of TikTok, hyperconsumerism has taken on a new guise as a pair of £7.00 platform Crocs.
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cameronhillhouse
Apr 22, 20235 min read
Can Dolce and Gabbana ever be truly “cancelled”?
Written by Cameron Hillhouse; edited by Charlotte Lewis How have Dolce and Gabbana managed to crawl their way back from cancellation to...
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Morgan Forbes
Apr 18, 20236 min read
I read BookTok's 5 Saddest Books
*This article is spoiler-free.* BookTok has been tremendously helpful in popularising new books online. Authors that would have otherwise...
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Madison Challis
Apr 2, 20234 min read
Unpacking the Political Themes of Watership Down (1978)
A Rabbit’s Tale of Power, Society, and Survival. Written by Madison Challis Edited by Morgan Forbes Watership Down is a British animated...
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Elliot Carpenter
Apr 1, 20234 min read
Award Season’s Greatest Robbery: The Banshees of Inisherin
Written by Elliot Carpenter Edited by Ciaran Howley The selection of films scoring across this year’s award season is insane. We cannot...
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Thomas Hannah
Mar 21, 20233 min read
Not just a Lady Painter: Joan Mitchell’s Unrelenting Genius.
When one thinks of abstract expressionism, it's artists like the provocative and cognitive Mark Rothko or the hyper-masculine Jackson Polloc
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Morgan Forbes
Mar 12, 20234 min read
Why Deinfluencers tell the Hard Truth
Written by Morgan Forbes; edited by Madison Challis Tiktok and other forms of social media, particularly those where video-based content...
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Madison Challis
Mar 11, 20233 min read
Nature vs. Civilisation in Princess Mononoke: Lessons for Modern Society
Written by Madison Challis ; Edited by Morgan Forbes Princess Mononoke is a 1997 Japanese animated film directed by renowned filmmaker...
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Morgan Forbes
Mar 2, 20235 min read
Spotify is Disappointing
The title of this piece may be one of the most controversial things I’ve ever written. The Swedish streaming service Spotify, originally fou
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Katie Coxall
Feb 28, 20233 min read
Choreographed Clumsiness: The Intricate Genius of Stath Lets Flats
Rent prices in modern-day London are well and truly through the roof; turning the act of finding a normal, affordable place to live in the c
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lillieberridge1
Feb 27, 20234 min read
Is Love Island the Romance Handbook for Twenty-somethings?
Twice a year, Love Island navigates the relationship drama of a new load of single 20-somethings. The program has etched its way into being
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Elliot Carpenter
Feb 23, 20233 min read
Nicola Bulley: True Crime Shows Have Ruined the Public's Empathy
Written by Elliot Carpenter; edited by Madison Challis The rise in popularity of true crime entertainment in the last 10 years has been...
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Morgan Forbes
Feb 19, 20234 min read
Why the ‘After’ Series Really is That Bad
The obvious predicaments this saga deals with are the issues within Hardin and Tessa’s relationship. Hardin isn’t a good person; he’s manipu
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Madison Challis
Feb 16, 20234 min read
Are there still lessons to learn from Pixar's 2008 WALL-E?
One of the most powerful environmental films of our time does not star David Attenborough or Greenpeace activists, but a Hello Dolly-loving,
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cameronhillhouse
Feb 15, 20234 min read
Louis Vuitton’s New CEO. What's Next for the Most Lucrative Luxury Fashion Brand?
Dior’s current CEO Pietro Beccari was named the new CEO of Louis Vuitton last month taking over from Michael Burke. Many people are anticipa
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Morgan Forbes
Feb 8, 20234 min read
Why the Vampire Trend is Immortal
It seemed that every girl had an opinion on whether glistening vampire Edward or broody werewolf Jacob made the better match for Bella. This
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