News Editor Tamara Greatrix reviews Sally Rooney's bestselling novel Normal People, praising Rooney's complex and illuminating use of the coming of age narrative

Culture Writer Harshi Modi reviews Sir David Bintley’s Cinderella, a dazzling ballet brought to life by stunning choreography, exquisite costumes, and Prokofiev’s enchanting score, making for a truly magical evening at the Birmingham Hippodrome

Comment Editor Lauren Henry reviews 'Vogue: Inventing the Runway' finding it to be a captivating and colourful exhibition recreating fashion shows of the past through an exciting immersive experience

Culture Writer Megan Hughes reviews the RSC's production of Shakespeare's Hamlet, finding it to be a richly atmospheric production with unique staging choices and superb acting

Students from UOB's 'Languages for All' programme discuss their enriching experience of representing the university at Dubai's Emirates Literature Festival 2025

Culture writer Abby Rosser reviews 'Please Don't Read the Footnotes Please', praising the author's use of humour and engaging literary techniques to encourage children's curiosity and enjoyment of reading

Culture writer Ella Goldwater reviews graphic novel 'Adieu Birkenau', praising its movingly artistic content and potential to revolutionise young-adult Holocaust education

Culture writer Aislin Slater reviews Matthew Bourne's production of Swan Lake, praising its creative update of the classic ballet for a 21st-century audience, effectively balancing drama and comedy in the process

Sci&Tech Editor Adam Abrahams reviews Echo Locate, a unique exhibition that uses the art of letter writing experiment to explore both the human connection and creativity borne of this fading practice

Culture writer Harshi Modi reviews the Birmingham Rep's run of Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), finding it to be a hilarious and dynamic take on the much-adapted classic tale

Life&Style's Caitlin McGraw delves into the internet craze around celebrity lookalike competitions and the impact they have on society

Comment Editor Lauren Penzer unpacks the cliches of dystopian fiction and introduces an alternative yet brilliant piece of short fiction