Why is it “better to have loved and lost” than “never to have loved at all”?
Zara Dewing suggests an answer for one of life's most pressing questions: why should we love in the face of the reality that everything will eventually be lost?
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How supermarket shelves reflect a philosophical emergency
In this article, Charlotte Cole discusses the importance of placing emphasis on the mundane moments in life where 'nothing really happens', instead of constantly seeking the next biggest exciting thing,…
The holy and the broken: The philosophy of Leonard Cohen
Zara Dewing discusses Leonard Cohen's philosophy of the darkness and light of life, within his discography
Monetising the sublime: an extended review of Luxmuralis’ Durham Cathedral exhibition
Through a review of Luxmuralis' 'Life' exhibition, Catchik Jordan comments on the monetisation of spiritual spaces for art events.
Looking At Grapes
In this compelling short story, Rannvá Hoydal explores a character who, despite trying to distract himself, is struggling to accept his own mortality.
Cigarettes and chocolate milk IV
In a year where finding comfort in our loved ones has been essential, Millicent Machell reflects on how hard it is to say goodbye to those closest to us.
A New Year – it’s about time.
As the dust beings to settle on 2020, and the first month of the year is completed, come with me as I muse on the value of the New Year…
Student Life: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
With Freshers' flu settling in and housing stress about to take over, Melissa McCrow shares her advice on coping with the lows and appreciating the highs of student life.
Are you a Fatalist?
Still, isn’t there something special about living a section of your life that you couldn’t now imagine not having? I think this is the essence of the lure of fatalism…
Life on Mars? New evidence might suggest so
Ed Gardner describes the new evidence suggesting life on Mars could be possible.