Max Abendstern explains why Peter Tatchell is his political hero

As France moves to ban ‘Mini-Miss’ pageants, how long until Britain follows?

Controversial night moves to 256

In a campaign to reduce A&E waiting times, students are urged to register with local GP’s in Manchester

Police appeal for information on a series sexual harrasment cases in Fallowfield

Class A, B, and C drugs found in Salford dorm room

University scientists advance cataract detection in children

Teenage refugee turns his survival story into a successful one.

A clean sweep for Manchester researchers at Biology awards

Research shows student loans rarely stretch the whole semester

Suraj Vara gives his controversial opinion on the latest instalments in the Star Wars franchise

Parizad Mangi gives us her top 5 films that’ll make you long for next summer!

Jackson Ball discusses J.K. Rowling’s first screenwriting venture

For thinking outside the freshers pack.

Homemade Basil Pesto with Penne, deconstructed Bruschetta, and Pecorino Romano. This is a fresh dish that relies on good ingredients, not necessarily high quality cooking skills. The key, as is often the case, is to keep tasting as you go.   You will need: Fresh basil leaves (handful) Pine nuts- (you can lightly toasted these […]

Over the year we will endeavour to help you eat and drink your way around Manchester’s finest establishments, with also recipe ideas and advice to cook up a storm at home too. In the past five years or so the craft beer and casual dining movement has gone from a niche interest to a becoming […]

Food & Drink Editor Ben Walker reviews Red Chilli, a sometimes overlooked establishment at the heart of the Oxford Road campus

Gemini (328-330 Oxford Road) Located at Whitworth Park Halls, Gemini Cafe is a favourite of students who are looking for an enormous plate of food for next to no money. It may not win awards for the quality of its ingredients any time soon, but the eggs are always perfectly fried, the bacon crispy and […]

Second and third year students reminisce about their first week in Manchester

Beth Currall’s three step guide to avoiding the dreaded illness