Too good to believe? Party manifestos in brief.
Catriona Inglis discusses lying in politics, and whether any party manifesto can be believed in the upcoming election.
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Weapons of War: highlighting the violence of sexual violence
The start of this week was marked by the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Cara Balen looks at how the UN campaign can help us to…
‘Durham stands with Hong Kong’ – Why international awareness is becoming increasingly important
As Hong Kong enters its sixth continuous month of protests with no clear end in sight and increasing violence already claiming the lives of a number of protesters, as well…
Crudo by Olivia Laing
Natasha Ketel recommends Olivia Laing's Crudo and discusses how the writer's experimental style and interaction with politics make it the most stimulating read of the year.
Let’s do the Time Warp: Costumes Inspired by Contemporary Politics
Cara Balen gives her readers a Halloween treat by suggesting some politically inspired costumes. But be careful, because this could be more of a trick than you think, as it…
Chile Protests: A Country “At War”?
Chile is in a state of emergency amidst violent protests across the city. Will Guy writes from first hand-experience; about Chile's volatile experience of democracy and the prospect of progress.
Protests In Chile: It’s Not The Place You Think It Is
Will Guy comments on the several and complex motivations for the protests currently happening in Santiago, Chile, where he is currently living.
How to Become Prime Minister in 10 Easy Steps
After extensive research, we lay out the ten simple steps to follow if you want to become Prime Minister.
Find Your Cause
All of us need a reason, A purpose, A cause. If not, why would we go on? Be it politics, Feminism, Charity or more, Why would you risk it? I…
The 10 Best Candidates to Take Over the Tory Leadership
With yet another election on the horizon, The Bubble brings you the ten best candidates to lead the country into the future.