‘No funky outfits were in sight, no groups of singing basketballers and cheerleaders, but regular skirt-length checks, detentions if your planner was unsigned, and daily visits to the chapel.’ – Holly Downes unravels the media’s glamourisation of the High School experience.
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Holly Downes discusses the pros and cons of the billionaire space race and Jeff Bezos’ trip to space last month.
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This short story by Holly Downes explores the personal strength discovered in a difficult first year at Durham University.
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“Until America’s top colleges stop contributing to these inequalities, this gap will only widen”: Holly Downes reviews ‘Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal’ in the latest instalment of ‘Must-watch docs’.
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Holly Downes reflects on the history of MBEs and questions whether they are the correct way to celebrate career successes.
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“Murakami’s works of fiction are unique and extraordinary.” Holly Downes delves into the magical realism of Haruki Murakami’s novels.
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Holly Downes discusses why we need to reconsider outdated attitudes to PTSD in light of Nadia Whittome MP taking a break from her duties.
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Holly Downes discusses the issues with modern journalism during a global pandemic.
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Some of Film and TV’s contributors recommend their favourite films and series to get in the mood for the summer months.
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“Why kill the very thing that gives you life?”: reflecting on Earth Day 2021, Holly Downes explores our treatment of the planet in this short story.
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