Five book to screen adaptations in 2025
Amani Haouari
Some of the biggest, bestselling books are being turned into TV shows and movies this 2025, if you’re a fan of romance, fantasy or even mystery, you’re in for a…
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Students open up about the silent struggles of fasting during Ramadan
For many students, Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection, a sense of community, prayer, and reflection. But for those struggling with eating disorders, this month can be a challenge.…
Fire outbreak in Richmond Road
Rym Naimi
On 16 March at 2.20pm, firefighters were called to a major fire on Richmond Road in Kingston upon Thames. The London Fire Brigade deployed around 100 firefighters and 15 fire…
King Charles hosts first-ever Iftar meal for Ramadan
Denise Meriche
On 2 March, King Charles III hosted the first-ever Iftar meal at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, marking a significant moment in both British royal history…
Kingston University students condemn Trump’s anti-trans policies
Trans and LGBTQ+ students from Kingston University have reacted with shock after Donald Trump announced his new ban on transgenderism policies. On 5 February, Donald Trump signed multiple executive orders…
Students react to proposed fine art and history of art course cut
Orla Preston Hibbert
Kingston University (KU) students were informed via email on the 26 February that under the new ‘Town House Strategy’ there were proposals to cut several courses. One of the courses…
KU axes courses
Izzy Dine
Kingston University has announced proposals to close the Humanities Department, and end at least nine courses, which it says will make up £10million of the £20million of cuts it announced…
Speed stacking regionals come to Kingston
Bethany Aspinall
Saturday 15 March marked the second London regionals hosted by the speed stacking society. The event was held in the student union and had 39 competitors. Society president and organiser…
Cancer causing chemicals found in synthetic hair products marketed to Black women
Shaunelle Harrydass-Clark
A Consumer Reports study published this month found harmful carcinogens and lead present in popular braiding hair products. The US based study found benzene, a harmful carcinogen, in three test…
Spring gala concert at the Rose Theatre
Kingston Music Service (KMS) is bringing their spring gala concert back to the Rose Theatre in Kingston on 23 March. The concert will comprise of performances from several of the…