Politics

Olaudah Equiano: African That Helped End Slavery in Britain

Google Doodle never fails to creatively feature and honour notable people and events. These clever, interactive illustrations are also a great way to educate individuals.

Suu Kyi Not Afraid of Global Scrutiny on Rohingya Crisis

After weeks of growing violence in northern Rakhine state, Myanmar’s de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi has spoken. She delivered a controversial speech regarding the ongoing crisis against Rohingya Muslims.

International Women’s Day (IWD) 2017

This year’s campaign official theme is #BeBoldForChange, which calls for a more gender inclusive world.

Term End Topic: UK’s Autumn Statement 2016

The autumn term has ended and it’s time to take a breather from all your university responsibilities. Now is also a perfect chance to catch up on the news around the UK that you may have missed.

Possible Impacts of Trump Presidency to the UK

Republican candidate Donald Trump’s astonishing victory over Hilary Clinton at the US Presidential elections has elicited mixed reactions. It has left not just America but every other country scuffling to figure out how this will affect them.

Prime Minister May Aims to End Ban on Grammar School

UK Prime Minister and Conservative leader Theresa May plans to reintroduce grammar schools and aims to end its 18-year ban. May, who is grammar school educated, believes that it is time to bring back selective state education. For her, children should be allowed to shine by being challenged academically in grammar schools.