The Six Nations have returned, bringing the reputation of rugby union as an elitist sport back under examination. In 2024, around …
Immigrant household overcrowding: The price that students pay
Students from immigrant households are more likely to live in an overcrowded home, according to research. Statistics from gov.uk found …
“We don’t want to be plunged into darkness”: KU’s building battle
Kingston University’s plans for a new building at Middle Mill building has faced opposition from locals. The planning application proposes …
Back in the club: Youth spaces to make a return
Spaces that allow the community to thrive have been integral in building London’s musical landscapes. Genres such as grime, garage …
The real consequences of AI use at University
Artificial Intelligence is one of the fastest growing pieces of technology to date. Universities within the UK have seen an …
Hold on tight, Hannah Montana is turning 20
Hannah Montana fans are truly living the dream as one of Disney Channel’s most influential shows turns 20 this March. Gen Z …
Celebrating Women of Kingston University
In honour of Women’s History Month, The River is taking the opportunity to shine a light on the inspirational women who have …
Mother’s Day: the day a student dreads every year
Flowers, cards, and pastel-coloured displays celebrating motherly love have started to fill shopfronts as Mother’s Day draws near in the …
The final deadline: What third year’s want freshers to know…
As graduation day creeps closer for our final-year students at Kingston University, many are taking time to reflect not only …
Seoul, survival, and stress: the reality of doing a year abroad
When Ameera Saad, a third-year Journalism student at Kingston University, ended up in the emergency room of a hospital in …