Ex-offenders seek second chances
James Woodham
The UK job market is unforgiving for the majority, but even more so to recently released prisoners. Some jobs are unattainable post-prison such as government and educational roles, however industries…
Finding a job in 2024 is ‘soul-destroying’
Dharmi Dave
As job prospects narrow across the UK, recent graduates in Kingston upon Thames are feeling the effects of a highly competitive job market. Despite Kingston’s proximity to London and a…
KU Vice Chancellor spends £8,800 on expenses in one year
Naomi Aldridge
Kingston University’s Vice Chancellor Steven Spier spent over £8,800 on expenses in the last academic year, according to a freedom of information request. This includes the cost of taxi hire,…
One in six KU students take drugs to aid academic performance
May Young
One in six Kingston University students have admitted to using recreational or over the counter drugs to aid their academic performance, according to a River survey of over 100 students.…
SU President Abdullah Khan on protests and student safety
Izzy Dine
We met with Union President Abdullah Khan to talk protests, spiking, and how much he can really change as president. Khan became president in July after being vice-president and education…
Kingston University to make £20m of cuts
Teo Ayodeji-Ansell
Kingston University is going to make £20m of cuts in the next two years. The directive comes from senior leadership at the university, in response to financial challenges the University…
Petition to save Kingston Christmas fair gains over 7,000 signatures
Marcus Liu
Traders from the Eden Crafts fair in Kingston have launched a petition to save their market from closure after 19 years of trading, following a decision by All Saints Church…
The Winter Blues: ‘Seasonal depression is real’
As winter sets in across the UK, many Londoners are finding it harder to stay cheerful during the short, gloomy days. The city’s lack of sunlight, combined with colder weather,…
Chelsea thrash Twente to continue winning streak
Konstantinos Patas
Chelsea beat Twente 6-1 at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday in the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) to remain top of Group B. The Blues dominated the game and comfortably reached…
One of the best shows of the year just got snubbed at the Golden Globes
Jojo Connors
The Golden Globes is a prestigious event for anyone who considers themselves a cinephile and with the release of the nominees this week, debate has raged about a certain show…