17th March 2023
Ride through the air on a very fine gander to The Lowry
Mother Goose comes to The Lowry for the penultimate stop of its UK tour, starring Sir Ian McKellen, John Bishop, and Anna-Jane Casey
Jeanne Dielman at HOME review: The greatest film of all time?
The Mancunion evaluates whether Chantal Akerman’s 1975 film, Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles, is truly the best film of all time
Does ChatGPT live up to the hype?
ChatGPT has made its way into the technological conversation quite forcefully over the past 5 months, with millions of people using it daily. Is the AI smart or silly?
Vietnam is still attempting to restructure its economy
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Exploring hidden marine species with Steve Vernon
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Does ChatGPT live up to the hype?
ChatGPT has made its way into the technological conversation quite forcefully over the past 5 months, with millions of people using it daily. Is the AI smart or silly?
The mysteries of the infrared universe: What the James Webb Space Telescope has revealed so far
One year into its ten-year mission, the James Webb Space Telescope has begun revealing the secrets of our universe
Mummies, meteorites and mammals: What do Manchester Museum’s collections teach scientists?
Following the reopening of the Manchester Museum, we looked at the science behind the discoveries, from human remains, animal specimens and historical objects.
Forever chemicals: New study begins to unravel exactly how PFAS affect our bodies
A new study has revealed the effect of PFAS, known as “forever chemicals”, on our natural biological processes for the first time.
Clean air, clean mind: The impact of air pollution on our brains
We know that air pollution has negative consequences on human health, but how does it affect our thinking and cognitive abilities?
26th March 2023
Cheaper than chips: Budget friendly alternative activities to try at home
Looking for something different to do on a Thursday night that doesn’t involve paying for pints, cinema tickets, or overpriced pizza? Lifestyle’s here with some budget-friendly activities for you to try out on your nights in.
Cheaper than chips: Budget friendly alternative activities to try at home
Looking for something different to do on a Thursday night that doesn’t involve paying for pints, cinema tickets, or overpriced pizza? Lifestyle’s here with some budget-friendly activities for you to try out on your nights in.
72 hours in Budapest
Feeling the need to escape Manchester? We’ve got you covered with our guide to spending a weekend in the cheap but culture-filled city of Budapest.
The misconceptions about starting life as a university student
There can be many anxieties and assumptions about moving to university. However, once you’ve taken the time to settle in, you may realise that such assumptions were false.
Finding the balance between rural and urban living
We explore the change to lifestyle found in moving to Manchester from the countryside, and the ways in which you can bring some of the rural calm into the busy city.
Navigating long-distance for the first time
Lifestyle discusses the anxieties of long-distance relationships, how to navigate them, and how to not let a period of long-distance be defined by missing your partner.
There’s more to a degree than its graduate prospects
How important are job prospects when choosing a degree? Whilst it would be impractical to ignore the facts altogether, there are always more factors to consider
Matt Hancock’s cocked up (again!)
Why Matt Hancock’s lockdown WhatsApps might tell us more about the woman who leaked them
The Fallowfield Girlie
Why ‘Fallowfield girly’ isn’t the insult you think it is!
Videos
Blended and Flexible Learning explained: Under the Spotlight with Dan George
Dan George, Vice-President for blended and flexible learning, sets out the university’s new digital skills strategy and what it means for students and staff alike
25th March 2023
“Quite possibly the greatest thing on Earth”: The run-down on Non-League football
Despite the non-league element of the English game often being subjected to snobbery and low-level humour, Tom Woodcock uncovers why this part of football is in fact a hidden gem of the beautiful game
Formula 1 vs political statements: A cause for concern?
F1’s political statement ban is causing a stir amongst drivers, with calls for a u-turn from the sports biggest stars.
Why you should join UoM’s Water Polo club
Get involved with this unique yet dynamic sport that caters to all abilities and interests.
Meet the MMA Society
Practising mixed martial arts is both a humbling and empowering experience as you will face your limitations but be presented with the opportunity to push yourself to overcome them. If you’re a student, now is the perfect time to enrich yourself in such a way by joining the UoM MMA society.
Egg-ceptional Easter bakes
Guarantee yourself a hoppy Easter with these delicious holiday-inspired recipes from Jane’s Patisserie!
Dare to dine in the dark?
Dining in the dark isn’t just for the movies: we took a trip to Poland, and enjoyed a 3 course meal entirely in pitch-black darkness.
An authentic keema recipe
The Mancunion brings you another great curry recipe, this time with an authentic keema recipe.
Romanticising life with a Crème Brûlée
Reject the ‘special occasion’ mindset and start romanticising your everyday, being bougie on a budget.
Manchester International Festival is back (with polkadots and footballs)
Manchester International Festival is back, with a play starring Maxine Peake, a residency by Janelle Monáe, a new exhibition by Yayoi Kusama, and much more!
Inside The Artistic History of Corecore: TikTok’s Latest Obsession
You’ve probably seen Corecore around on Tiktok. The Mancunion explains the untold history behind the trend.
Manchester, City of Art- best galleries in the city
‘On the sixth day, God created MANchester’ and he threw in some great art galleries too
Manchester Art Gallery and decolonisation: Has it been successful?
In ‘Rethinking the Grand Tour’, Manchester Art Gallery tries to decolonise its pieces. After visiting, we explore whether it’s really made an impact
