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Our Bodies, Their Bodies: Do Women Truly Have Agency?

In light of Emily Ratajkowski's new book, Comment Editor Ffion Hâf explores the harmful sexualisation and commodification of women's bodies in the media and beyond

Body Shaming is Never Okay, and The Consequences Can Be Life Altering

Food and Drink Editor Cara Scott explores the harmful impact of body-shaming in light of recent comments made about Tilly Ramsay

When Healthy Becomes Dangerous

Comment Writer Alena Leemann discusses how harmful it can be for celebrities to influence diet culture, suggesting that healthy behaviours can easily become dangerous

The Problematic Notion of Glorified Billionaires

Comment Writer Gwydion Elliott argues against the glorification of billionaires, arguing that no billionaire is 'self-made', rather they profit from the exploitation of their workers

Should We Praise Molly Mae Hague For Her New Position As Creative Director of Pretty Little Thing?

Life and Style editor, Emma Davis explores the implications of Molly Mae Hague's appointment as Creative Director of Pretty Little Thing and the issues with failing to appreciate the nuances of celebrating 'girlbosses'

Tiffany’s Ad Campaign Raises Important Issues About Elitism and Art

Comment Writer Alex Cooke writes about the recent Tiffany Ad Campaign featuring Beyonce and Jay-Z and revealing a previously unseen Basquiat painting, concluding that it reduces elitism within the art industry

Why Has Britney’s Fight To End Her Conservatorship Taken 13 Years?

Social Secretary Ella Kipling details the history of Britney Spears' conservatorship and considers whether allowing her to appoint her own lawyer might lead to progress for the Free Britney movement

The Racialized War on Drugs Continues, And Can Be Seen In The Olympics

Comment writer Samar Ahmed explores the continued racial injustice evident in the treatment of Cannabinoid use by White and Black athletes, observing its influence on sport today

StudyTube Promotes Toxic Productivity and Most Students Cannot Keep Up

Music Editor Sammy Andrews argues that StudyTube content promotes Toxic Productivity, leaving less-privileged students feeling unable to catch up.

Still The People’s Princess: Why Princess Diana’s Legacy Continues To Impact Public Perceptions Of The Monarchy

Comment writer James Simpson explores how Princess Diana's legacy as The People's Princess continues to influence people's perceptions of the monarchy today

Cultural Appropriation: A Social Media Epidemic

Comment Writer Rhea Phagura highlights the concerning prevalence of cultural appropriation on social media and the impact this has on BAME communities

What Nigel Farage is Really Getting Out of Cameo

Comment Writer Kitty Grant takes a look at Nigel Farage's foray into video-sharing platform Cameo, arguing that the move is not as harmless as it may initially appear