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The Polsoc Paper Revival
I’m happy to be writing this as the first official editor of the Polsoc paper. I’m passionate about two things; writing and politics. So, this is absolutely the perfect venture for me and something I’m equally as excited about, is … Continue reading The Polsoc Paper Revival
Climate Commitments can’t Cease with China
It is looking as though Xi Jinping of China will not be attending the COP-26 conference, due to be held in Glasgow from the 31st October – it is assumed representatives will be sent in his place. China is a … Continue reading Climate Commitments can’t Cease with China
Isn’t it Ironic?
the expression of one’s meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect. Oxford English Dictionary Alanis Morrissette’s song “Ironic” has been subject to derision ever since its release in 1996. Sat in a … Continue reading Isn’t it Ironic?
Insulate Britain: A Cold Reception from the Conservatives
Anyone with an eye on the media will have struggled to avoid the recent Insulate Britain protests, with 12 disruptive actions in the last 4 weeks. Protestors have blocked traffic on the M25, the M4 and the M1 around London, … Continue reading Insulate Britain: A Cold Reception from the Conservatives
Fight for the powerless throne
Austria faces its 8th presidential election by popular vote this April. For all people who are (quite understandably) not so versed in the Austrian political system: the President of Austria could be compared to an electable Queen. His main … Continue reading Fight for the powerless throne
Russing In: Russia Is Challenging America’s Control in the Middle East
Last month the first Russian intervention in the Middle East in nearly forty years was initiated, Russian air strikes rained over Syria and with them, potentially the first unforgivingly overt challenge to American unilateral power since the end of the … Continue reading Russing In: Russia Is Challenging America’s Control in the Middle East
Dear old UN, It’s time to get retired
Happy birthday, United Nations! On October 23, our beloved organisation is going to be 70 years old. On 26 June 2014, Ban Ki-moon announced a series of events to celebrate 70 years of “Strong UN. Better World”. But one question … Continue reading Dear old UN, It’s time to get retired
Liberal Democrats: An irrelevance or the “comeback kids” of British Politics?
With new Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron having to confirm his position at this years party conference by stating “Mr Whippy is safe in my hands”, you would be forgiven for forgetting that just five months ago, 56 Lib Dem … Continue reading Liberal Democrats: An irrelevance or the “comeback kids” of British Politics?
