The South Asian community in Kingston are celebrating Holi, an annual festival that honours the arrival of spring and marks the end of winter.
Commonly known as “the festival of colour, the festival is rooted in Hindu mythology.
MSc graduate claims ‘hidden’ DBS requirement ruined forensic career prospects
A Kingston University Forensic Science MSc graduate has turned to publishing after she was unable to get a job in her industry.
The Advent of Two Moons: How a student prepares for Ramadan
This time of year is famous, as a sense of enchantment is felt all over the world. Valentine’s Day takes centre stage as people are still mulling over how they celebrated their loved ones and …
Why the UK is considering transnational education policies
UK ministers have unveiled a new education policy that ends foreign student targets and prioritises transnational education.
“Even from here, it hurts”: How one KU student carries Iran’s uprising with her
When Sara was a teenager in Iran, she walked into school each morning already knowing what the day demanded, from her clothing to her speech. Boys and girls were kept apart, teachers prioritised discipline over curiosity, and joy was treated with suspicion. “When I was younger, I did not question it much, but I began to realise how restrictive and unhealthy the environment was,” said Sara.
KU launches Art Exhibition for Lunar New Year
Studio KT1 is back for a third year with their annual Lunar New Year Art Exhibition, held at Cass Art’s Kingston Art Space. Introspective Currents features fine art in different mediums from 15 East Asian and Southeast Asian KU students and graduates. …
Top 5 cheap lunch spots KU students live for
Lunching on a budget? No problem; Elisa’s got you covered. At the River, we get it: eating between lectures whilst …
Suffering for the aesthetic: Why students choose style over warmth
Cold weather has a way of exposing priorities. For Kingston University, warmth often comes second to the outfit. Cropped jackets and pattern tights remain wardrobe staples. Scarves are worn loosely, more accessory than warmth. And the question is rarely “will this keep me warm?” but “does this still look good with my outfit?”
The Pitch Perfect Valentine
A Kingston University graduate, who previously only performed her music anonymously, has decided to exclusively reveal her identity to The River, ahead of …
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – A Deserving Game of the Year
If you had to summarise The Game Awards 2025 with a single number, many would say 33. Clair Obscur: Expedition …