Liberal democracy is under threat like never before. But in 2026, Macron and Carney are leading the fightback.
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Browsing: Opinion
Why Are We Still Waiting for Britain’s Love Actually Moment?
Earlier this week, Andy Burnham and Donald Trump held their first in-person bilateral meeting. Read Matthew Bailey’s article as he discusses the disappointment of Burnham’s conduct as he remembers a pivotal political scene in the notable film Notting Hill.
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How to Survive Your First Edinburgh Fringe: A Rookie’s Guide to the Shows That Made the Trip.
Matthew Bailey’s survival guide to the world’s largest performing arts festival Edinburgh Festival Fringe, read more for his take on the best and most time worthy shows!
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Alone in Valentine: Singer-Songwriter Joe Martin’s Latest Album and Upcoming Show in Southampton
Joe Martin, a UK singer-songwriter, is coming to Southampton in his UK tour to promote his newly released album Alone in Valentine. Read and learn more about Joe, his music, and his upcoming tour in this article written by Iman Jan.
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The Brevity of Student Life: Tackling Time Management
Read David Meldrum’s thorough look into the complexities of being a student in this article.
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Does Global Volunteering Actually Help?
“Each year, millions of young people, particularly from wealthier countries, travel abroad to teach, build, or work in community projects.” Read more in this article as Matthew Bailey discusses the matters of global volunteering.
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“Into the Fold” Winchester School of Art’s Artists’ Book and Zine Fair
Read more about Winchester School of Art’s very own Artist Book and Zine Fair through Iman Jan’s experience in this article.
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The Southern Chippy
Anyone who tells you the measure of a chippy is the freshness of its fish is lying…
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Britain Can’t Keep Pretending America Is Our Ally.
“America today is not a reliable anchor of democracy or global order. It is a deeply divided state, flirting with authoritarianism, weaponising its economic dominance, and willing to bully its allies to serve its own interests. Britain’s refusal to confront reality has left it exposed, with the added failure of Brexit making the situation worse.”
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Iran After Khamenei: War, Revolution, and the Future of the Middle East
‘The Middle East has entered one of its most volatile moments in decades following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, in a joint United States–Israeli air strike on 28 February 2026.’ Matthew Bailey writes on the coming times for Iran and the Middle East.
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