In a World Cup initially mired by talk of Putin-centric international politics and yet another bout of British pessimism, Russia 2018’s group stage has reminded everyone that there’s no greater tonic than the beautiful game. There’s been thrills, surprises, a healthy dose of VAR controversy (my two cents: VAR is brilliant, and it’s up to…
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World Cup preview- Who we’re supporting
The 2018 FIFA World Cup kicked off today in Moscow with the host nation, as is tradition, getting the tournament underway by taking on Saudi Arabia in Group A. We asked some of our new editorial team and friends for their picks of the teams to watch out for over the next month. https://twitter.com/Concrete_UEA/status/1010913500846227458 Tony…
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German political crisis nears end
An end is near in the German political crisis that has been raging since the election in November led to no clear majority. Chancellor Merkel, the figure present in German politics for over a decade, looks set to secure another term at the helm of Europe’s largest economy, after ‘grand coalition’ talks with major rival…
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School trips as a uni student
I think we’re all in agreement here; the absolute worst part of any trip abroad, aside from being the victim of some sort of mugging, is the early wake up time for whatever miserable flight or ferry journey you have to catch at impossible-o’clock. Never the greatest start to your holibobs, but often by the…
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The fairytale castles of Bavaria
Hidden amongst the Bavarian landscape lie some of Europe’s most spectacular castles and palaces; a myriad of masterpieces built, adapted, and envisioned by King of Bavaria, Ludwig II. Growing up in the beautiful Hohenschwangau Castle, Ludwig indulged in childhood fantasies, which remained with him through the increasing reclusiveness during his short reign. The romanticism and…
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EU’s Anglo dependency over says Merkel
German Chancellor Angela Merkel caused concern across Europe when she called into question the reliability of the UK and the USA as allies for the EU. The election of President Trump and the Brexit vote across the channel has led to calls for further EU integration and mutual defence, as the USA and UK relations with…
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Flash floods plague Europe
France, Germany, and parts of Central Europe were hit by flash floods in the first week of June, after several days of intense thunder and rain storms. The unusual weather event has claimed ten lives in Germany, two in France and Romania respectively, and one in Belgium, however, this figure could yet rise, as there…
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The alleged cover-up of sexual assault in Sweden
Police in Sweden have been accused of covering up cases of sexual harassment by groups of immigrants at the We Are Sthlm music festival in Stockholm in 2014, as well as at other open-air events in the past few years. This emerges after reports of similar assaults in Malmö and other cities on New Year’s…
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Jürgen clocks in as Liverpool’s new manager
Fewer than 18 months after Brendan Rodgers guided Liverpool to second place, their joint highest Premier League finish, the Northern-Irishman has been sacked from his post at Anfield. In his place is Jürgen Klopp. The charismatic German has developed a cult global following during his time at Borussia Dortmund, and has already been welcomed to…
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