Singer Gwen Stefani, who has Irish and Italian heritage, sparked controversy and faced backlash recently after claiming to be Japanese …
Commercialised celebration: Losing the meaning of Christmas
As we are approaching Christmas, one of biggest annual celebrations in the UK, now is the right time to reflect on …
Cop27: Was it worth it?
The UN climate conference Cop27 took place in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt this year. The Conference of Parties was attended …
Sustainability at Kingston University – we can do more
Sustainability is promoted across Kingston University and the university’s sustainability plan incorporates a holistic approach that includes teaching, research, and …
Football can’t give politics the red card
While the FIFA 2022 world cup has been long awaited by some, many have criticised the fact that the cup …
Should Qatar be hosting the 2022 World Cup?
In 2010, the race to hold the 2022 FIFA World Cup took place with the USA, Australia, Japan and South …
Fireworks in the firing line
Fireworks are a universal symbol of celebration. The UK season started off with a bang with the five-day long celebration …
Cost-of-living crisis hits students hard
Like many people across the UK, students face rising prices and are struggling to manage their expenses and enjoy their …
Is vaping as harmless as it seems ?
Since the beginning of my time at Kingston in 2020, I have noticed a significant increase in the number of students who …
Degree show funding should not come out of students’ pockets
Degree shows are typical in marking the end of art-based degrees. Students use degree shows, which are physical and online …