Comment: My culture is not your costume
Dharmi Dave
For centuries, the world watched as India’s ancient practices flourished within its borders. From the calming, spiritual flow of yoga to the medicinal power of turmeric, these elements were part…
Comment and Opinion
Comment: under the surface, Kingston’s racism problem
Camila Muiambo
When I chose to attend Kingston University, I was thrilled by its reputation for diversity. As a mixed-race woman who wears her hair naturally in an afro, I felt confident…
Comment: Pxssy Palace and the importance of safe spaces for queer people of colour
Pxssy Palace stands out as the only nightclub in London that specifically caters to queer people of colour. However, it has announced it is entering a new era and stepping…
Comment: How Nara Smith is bringing conservative values to the centre of fashion
Emma Farr
As the saying goes; the older you get the more conservative you become. I don’t think this sentiment will reign true for most of Gen Z, but we are dressing…
Why we should stop thinking animation means Shaun the Sheep
Tyler Law
The mainstream popularity of the hit series Invincible has given animated television a breath of fresh air. While the show was originally brushed off as just another saga of a…
Lessons learned: Reflections from a third-year university student
Tahlia Marie Melado
As we approach the end of our final year at University, it’s time to reflect on the lessons that we’ve learned throughout the years. For many students, this journey has…
If social media is to be believed then we all need plastic surgery
Megan Kelly
According to the world of social media, embracing your own individual appearance has truly become a thing of the past. Some Gen Z and Gen Alpha social media users have…
I tried TikTok’s trendiest sustainable products so you don’t have to
Sustainable products are all over TikTok with influencer product placement at every turn. I tried the most recommended brands I’ve seen, to decide if they are worth the price and…
Will the male birth control pill start a new era of reproductive responsibility?
Caterina Magnoni
The battle for bodily integrity has historically centred around women’s reproductive rights. However, to truly dismantle the patriarchy’s control over reproduction, we must ask: why aren’t men held equally accountable…
Comment: Has being a student in London ever been harder?
Why are we expected to put up with lower standards of living? Mouldy, damp houses that we’re working minimum wage jobs to fund as the student loan doesn’t stretch far…