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Channel 4’s Dispatches: exposing the apparatus of power in the entertainment industry
Written by Laurence Boag Matthews; edited by Charlotte Lewis TW: Sexual abuse and assault This weekend, actor and comedian, Russell Brand...
Laurence B-M
Sep 18, 20234 min read
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New York Strikes Back: Helmut Lang’s return to fashion week
‘With the new Helmut Lang, I really just want to dress New York, ‘And not just Manhattan – Queens, Brooklyn. I want to showcase the versatil

Charlotte Lewis
Sep 9, 20232 min read
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TikTok. A national security threat?
In recent months we have seen a boycott of TikTok by the US government which is providing TikTok with an ultimatum, either have ByteDance...
cameronhillhouse
May 10, 20234 min read
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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...
Elliot Carpenter
May 9, 20233 min read
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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,...

Thomas Hannah
Apr 28, 20233 min read
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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
Morgan Forbes
Apr 27, 20234 min read
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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.

Katie Coxall
Apr 25, 20234 min read
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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...
cameronhillhouse
Apr 22, 20235 min read
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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...
Morgan Forbes
Apr 18, 20236 min read
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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...

Madison Challis
Apr 2, 20234 min read
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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...
Elliot Carpenter
Apr 1, 20234 min read
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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

Thomas Hannah
Mar 21, 20233 min read
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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...
Morgan Forbes
Mar 12, 20234 min read
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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...

Madison Challis
Mar 11, 20233 min read
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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
Morgan Forbes
Mar 2, 20235 min read
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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
Katie Coxall
Feb 28, 20233 min read
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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

lillieberridge1
Feb 27, 20234 min read
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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...
Elliot Carpenter
Feb 23, 20233 min read
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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
Morgan Forbes
Feb 19, 20234 min read
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