An integral part of how we interact and communicate on social media nowadays is through the meme format. This isn’t up for debate; in almost the same way that poetry can induce shared sentiment and a sense of community and belonging, memes spark a reaction which situates the recipient in a communal group – in…
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The power of the slogan-tee
The way we present ourselves to society has always been a powerful tool of self-expression. Today, the slogan tee is both a fashion trend and a political statement. The first political t-shirt emerged in the 70s when Vivienne Westwood established the now legendary “SEX” boutique in London. The collection in question featured depictions of homoeroticism…
Features
The Positive Power of Youtubers
The BBC does most things well. My father is a proud lifelong employee having travelled the globe on behalf of the public broadcaster. But the newly released documentary “The Restaurant That Burns Off Calories” – featuring actress Zoe Williams and chef Fred Sirieix – embodies everything wrong about our values as well as the organisations…
Arts
What in the world of arts has caught your eye recently?
Ever wondered what you would get when you pair the age-old question of ‘the purpose of art’ and the contemporary issue of the Earth’s rising temperatures? To give you a hint, it’s a beautiful coupling. Over the past month, Waterlicht, an exhibition by Dutch artist and innovator Daan Roosegaarde, opened to the public at Columbia…
Global
Pilot captured in India-Pakistan dogfight
On Wednesday 27 February, Indian Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman’s plane was shot down during a dogfight over Pakistani-Administered Kashmir, the first publicly-acknowledged cross-border aerial conflict since 1971. The incident is the third in a recent escalation of attacks. Two weeks ago, Pakistan-based militant group Jaish-e-Mohammed claimed responsibility for the killing of 40 Indian paramilitaries in…
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‘I don’t think the Anglican Church is inherently misogynistic’
It’s 25 years since women entered the ranks of Anglican priests, but what has happened since then? Five years ago, legislation was introduced allowing women to be appointed as bishops, but since the end of 2018, only four diocesan bishops (out of a total of 44) are women. While Anglican policy seems much more liberal,…
Global
Trump uses emergency powers to build the wall
US President Donald Trump has used emergency powers to bypass Congress to provide funding for his controversial wall on the US-Mexico border. Having reached an interim agreement with Democrats to open federal agencies following a 35-day government shutdown, Mr Trump declared a state of emergency to finance the $5.7 billion required for the border…
Science
International Women’s Day UEA
11 February 2019 saw women all over the world coming together to celebrate International Women’s Day, and UEA was no different. Female scientists at UEA celebrated their successes and offered advice to young women who are unsure about pursuing a career in science. They were part of a day organised by the United Nations General…
News
UEA’s The Favourite Oscar nomination
UEA’s Creative Writing graduate, Deborah Davis’ latest screenplay, The Favourite, has been nominated for the Best Original Screenplay at this year’s Oscar’s. The film stars Olivia Colman (Peep Show), Emma Stone (La La Land), and Rachel Weisz (Disobedience). Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, The Favourite is set in the 18th century when England and France are…
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