The Trump-Starmer Rift Over Iran
The joint US-Israeli operation ‘Epic Fury’ has killed Iran’s Supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, and has seen hundreds of bombs dropped—and more which continue to do so—in the Middle East. US…
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“In war, fathers bury their sons”, but what about their daughters?
Madeleine discusses the discourse surrounding female conscription.
Why a boycott of the US World Cup is unlikely
Natalie discusses the likelihood of a World Cup boycott.
The United Nation’s liquidity crisis
Natalie discusses the financial crisis of the UN.
British Republicanism : A new frontier?
Orla Compton argues the case for British republicans who stand against the monarchy.
Why are tomatoes disappearing off supermarket shelves? and other food news this week
Emily O'Mullane covers four pieces of food news including the UK vegetable shortage, the Great British Bake Off the Musical hitting the West End, Fairtrade Fortnight and a new way…
Rishi Sunak: a profile
A profile of the new PM, as he helms a divided party and a broken country. Who is the man and where will he lead us?
Breaking out of the bubble
Abigail Brierley highlights some of her favourite day-trips outside of Durham
Professor Alan Lowdon awarded OBE for pivotal role in developing offshore wind links with USA
OBE awarded to Alan Lowdon for services to UK and US offshore wind collaboration. Find out about Alan’s expertise and how he is supporting Durham University researchers and students through…
What two studies can tell us about the determinants of being considered ‘wealthy’ and ‘upper class’ in the UK
Broaching a prickly subject with studies done on people’s perceptions of wealth