The fairy tales that inspired these famous ballets
Jane Rance studies three fairy tales that inspired famous ballet adaptations, examining their similarities and differences.
December 2024
Fairytale of Edinburgh
Delve into Alice's storytelling explanation of why you need to get up to Edinburgh before Christmas
Is AI a serious risk to humanity?
What are the biggest risks facing humanity today? You’ll probably come up with a list containing the likes of climate change and nuclear war. Surely, the biggest risks are those…
The Great Royal Staticism: The State’s Burden or Blessing?
Image: Esther on Flickr The dominant and fundamental presence of conservatism amongst the English people throughout its modern history has meant that the ultimate symbol of English identity- the British…
Favourite places to eat in Durham
Amelia shares her favourite places to eat in Durham!
Why does anyone go to Jimmy Allen’s?
Why does anyone go to Jimmy Allen's? Why does anyone do anything? In attempt to explain the mysteries of human behaviour we asked Sarah, an undergraduate South College student we…
Songs that go the distance: the case for long-form tracks
From prog rock to hip-hop, James Scott-Dawkins brings us into the captivating world of long-form music and discusses his favourite tracks.
A cosy Christmas rewatch of ‘Dash & Lily’
I hope you’ve got your hot chocolate, seasonal pyjamas and warm, baked goods ready for December, because I’m about to brighten up your Christmas with Netflix’s hidden gem: Dash &…
The deadliest country to be an environmental activist
As cliché as it is, I’m not ashamed to admit that it was Greta Thunberg who opened my eyes to the world of environmental activism. Aged 15, I resonated so…