World Cup 2022: Why is it problematic?
Whilst millions will be supporting their teams during the Qatar World Cup for reasons that go beyond football as a sport, the question of whether supporters should boycott the event remains. From the Beijing...
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New Glasgow Custody Unit in Maryhill: The start of humane prisons?
A new all-female custody unit due to open soon in Maryhill, Glasgow could be the start of ethical prison systems. Prison systems globally are overpopulated and function as they appear – concrete locked, and...
Sleep Pod: The charity providing shelter to rough sleepers in the UK as “emergency aids”
UK-based Charity Sleep Pod are tackling the influx of rough sleepers in the UK and refugees in Europe by providing alternative tent sheltering. Although the homeless community struggle with finding permanent housing, temporary solutions...
Glasgow becomes a feminist city
At the end of October, Glasgow City Council passed a motion from Councillor Holly Bruce, which puts women at the hearts of town planning, policy development, and budgeting.
Edinburgh sees thousands march for climate justice
Thousands of protesters marched through Edinburgh demanding action against the climate crisis on Saturday 12 November. It was one of over 40 mass mobilisations across the UK organised by the Climate Justice Coalition as...
Christmas tree: to be real or not to be?
The festive season is just around the corner, and the purchase of a Christmas tree is imminent for a number of UK households. Yet a recurring debate arises alongside the acquisition of a conifer,...
Black Friday Sales Suffer in the Cost of Living Crisis
Black Friday has been a more muted affair this year amidst the financial difficulties that Britain is facing this year. There are fears that this Christmas buying season could be the worst seen in...
Peter Tobin Has Died Aged 76
By Anne Mitchell Peter Tobin, known for the murder of three young women between 1991 and 2006 has died of cancer in a hospital aged 76. He died on the 8th of October 2022...
Today, we will wear it pink for Breast Cancer
By Marie Flügge Breast Cancer Now’s annual Wear It Pink 2022 challenge is back to encourage people to adopt a pink dress code this Friday 21st of October. This day marks the National of...
Primark’s specialist breast cancer lingerie collection: a product of Pinkwashing or heroism?
By Marie Flügge Earlier this month, mega fashion retailer Primark released a new collection of lingerie, nightwear and loungewear designed for women affected by post-breast cancer surgery. This was, of course, meant to match...