Critics shocked as Controversy Machine generates new controversy

Critics and onlookers alike have been profoundly shaken as the Controversy Machine creates unexpected Controversy – Read here to get the full scoop.

Why we need Philosophy

Gwen Smit takes on the task of bringing philosophy back to the realms of relevance and the every day with the help of Mary Midgley and her work on arguing that philosophy is necessary, but also fundamental to our society.

When is the perfect time to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas?

No films fit the vibe of this time of year better than Tim Burton films. Though as a child I used to be mildly terrified of his freaky animation style (in fairness I was scared of a lot as a child), I’ve come to adore the uniqueness of it and the atmosphere each movie creates. […]

The Trinket Economy

Let’s explore the popularity of trinket collecting and the use of a bag as a canvas for personal expression.

Platonic Love: Where you will always be the Right Choice

There is a long list of potential titles I keep in the notes app of my phone to eventually expend 700 words on, but this idea has been bubbling inside me for years now – some of my first meaningful words were spent discussing how beautiful I found my friends but the article, ‘How to […]

Hiking an active volcano in Guatemala

I have spent over six months backpacking in Asia, Central America and Europe, and this is comfortably my greatest travel experience so far. The base of Volcan Acatenango is located only an hour’s drive from the spectacular city Antigua. I highly recommend spending at least a few days here either before or after. Antigua is […]

This weeks’ editorial from the General Editors.

Should we be able to give books a bad review?

In this article, the Editor-in-Chief discusses the pressing debate surrounding whether we should be able to leave books a public negative review, following the Cait Corrain scandal.

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