“When I said I would stop the boats, I meant it.” – PM determined to go through with Rwanda plan, despite Supreme Court ruling
On 15 November, the UK Supreme Court unanimously ruled the government’s scheme to send refugees to Rwanda as unlawful. The Supreme Court pointed out the risk of asylum seekers being…
How are The Smile distancing themselves from the world of Radiohead?
Radiohead offshoot The Smile have just announced the release of a second album, Wall of Eyes, alongside a UK/European tour. The trio comprises Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood with…
The Hidden Gems of Edinburgh: Immigrant-Owned Businesses
Our city is teeming with rich history, diverse culture, and a vibrant community that spans across borders. Amidst the iconic landmarks and historic sites, there lies a tapestry of immigrant-owned…
Troye Sivan gifts love and queerness on Something to Give Each Other
In the music video for ‘Rush’, a Bacchanalian scene unfolds across a summer night in Berlin, choreographed in harmony to a thumping house beat. It’s raunchily celebratory of queer sensuality,…
Combating violence against women
In 2023, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women falls on 25th November and will mark the launch of 16 days of activism, culminating on 10th December,…
Review: An Audience with Dolly Alderton
On Sunday 19 November, Edinburgh’s Usher Hall was treated to a reunion of the High Low podcast with An Audience with Dolly Alderton, interviewed by her former co-host, Pandora Sykes.…
The 2024 US Presidential Elections: what to expect
The United States elections will take place in less than a year on 5 November 2024. What is expected going into these elections? At present, the Democrats have four candidates…
Review: Monarchs of the Glen: From Whisky to Wes Anderson at Doveot studios
To commemorate 150 years since the death of Sir Edwin Landseer, Dovecot Studios is currently exhibiting Monarchs of the Glen: From Whisky to Wes Anderson. Curated by Christopher Baker, he…