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Jonas Balkus argues that some of the modern views on the Soviet Union are romanticised and disrespectful to its victims.

Jonas Balkus argues that some of the modern views on the Soviet Union are romanticised and disrespectful to its victims.

Harry O’Sullivan delves into the lessons that can be learnt from the recent blockage of the vital trade link in the Suez Canal.

Following Rachael Blackmore’s stunning victory in the Grand National last weekend, Harvey Stevens discusses the impact that the first female winner of the event can have on the sport.

Profile talks to Olivia Bothamley-Dakin, the President of Her Campus Durham, about her aims and plans for the publication.

The European Space Agency wants its astronauts to represent the diverse culture of its member states. Their latest recruitment drive shows their commitment is genuine.

“Access to quality education is more important than ever”: Hannah Barrow tells us about the important work that the Coronavirus Tutoring Initiative (CTI) is doing

“An intricately detailed narrative”: Libby Wright recommends Rosie Price’s debut, ‘What Red Was’.

Durham welcomes the reopening of many much-loved establishments on 12th April after months of closure due to coronavirus restrictions.

“Disney has always been known to bring a sense of magic and euphoria into children’s and people’s lives”: Gabi Feingold argues why Disney is superior in the Team Disney vs Nickelodeon debate.

“Willows’ play truly is a tale of our times.” Daisy Hargreaves reviews new student written play, MARTHA.

“A 100% controversial guide for the new fashion essentials in 2021”: Christian Bland talks all things post-lockdown fashion.

“Artists have found a way to prove unique ownership of a digital image”: Rufus Carruthers reports on the developments in the digital arts industry.

“A deeply moving story of grief, isolation, and that obsessive kind of hope that keeps us going”: Caroline Winter creates a playlist for ‘Lincoln in the Bardo’.

Ruhee Parelkar evokes nostalgia in these four haikus exploring home, beauty and the natural world.

Mary Atkinson reminisces about the lessons learnt from travelling around Europe in summer 2019.

Interview editor Aimee Dickinson chats to Durham alumnus David Sproxton about his sponsorship of the new Sproxton Stagecraft Scholarship and the importance of acknowledging behind the scenes roles in the theatre industry.

Durham faces from the Great British Bake Off, Made in Chelsea and YouTube, discus how their experiences of uni has changed, life anecdotes, and insights into their struggles with media portrayal.