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Exclusive: University of Manchester plans to relaunch partnership with Tel Aviv University

Exclusive: University of Manchester plans to relaunch partnership with Tel Aviv University

The University of Manchester has planned to resume a research partnership with Tel Aviv University after three years, despite student opposition and a previous suspension of the collaboration.
Threads of Osmosis: bridging the gap between fashion and politics

Threads of Osmosis: bridging the gap between fashion and politics

Following Labrum’s A/W’26 Threads of Osmosis collection at London Fashion Week, we explore how fashion is being used as a medium for politics
‘Who is Ed Davey?’: The Liberal Democrats and their image problem

‘Who is Ed Davey?’: The Liberal Democrats and their image problem

The Lib Dems are struggling to find their voice in today’s politics
RATcliffe – The sentiment that has ostracised the footballing community

RATcliffe – The sentiment that has ostracised the footballing community

Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s comments regarding immigration have caused backlash, and rightfully so. His comments only contribute to division and hate that is rife in contemporary politics
Hannah Spencer has resonated with many and it’s not down to her “sectarian” politics

Hannah Spencer has resonated with many and it’s not down to her “sectarian” politics

It signals a massive shift in politics
“They completely think we’re monsters”: An interview with the Manchester Pro-Life Society

“They completely think we’re monsters”: An interview with the Manchester Pro-Life Society

The Mancunion sat down with the Pro Life Society to better understand their views and positions.
Is Western Hegemony Dying?

Is Western Hegemony Dying?

A whirlwind January has set allies against each other, formed cracks in NATO’s impenetrable armour, and prompted a realignment of international interests. Could this be the end of the existing world order?
Gorton and Denton By-Election: Three-Way Race Heats Up

Gorton and Denton By-Election: Three-Way Race Heats Up

In a tight 3-way race, Labour and Greens are pulling out all the stops to make it across the finish line, but risk clearing Reform’s path in the process
Interest in Education, Interest for the Rest of Your Life

Interest in Education, Interest for the Rest of Your Life

Graduates have erupted in anger after Rachel Reeves froze the plan 2 repayment threshold at £29,385, sparking protests over fairness and generational inequity
Marxism is as relevant as ever – a response to The Mancunion

Marxism is as relevant as ever – a response to The Mancunion

As elites tighten their grip, economies stall, societies fracture, and imperial violence rages, what exactly makes Marxism so “out of place”?
US kidnaps Venezuelan president, begins selling Venezuelan oil

US kidnaps Venezuelan president, begins selling Venezuelan oil

The US has captured and extradited Venezuelan president Maduro and is now facilitating the sale of Venezuelan oil. Was imperialism always this obvious?
The Silent Collapse of International Aid

The Silent Collapse of International Aid

International aid is falling globally, putting thousands of lives at risk. What is behind this trend, and why is it so detrimental?
Fractured British Left on campus: Interviews with Manchester Labour Students and Manchester Student Left

Fractured British Left on campus: Interviews with Manchester Labour Students and Manchester Student Left

To gain a better understanding of national politics impact on campus politics, we sat down with committee members from Manchester Labour Students and Manchester Students Left.
A Budget Overshadowed: How an OBR Leak Shaped Reeves’ Toughest Week Yet

A Budget Overshadowed: How an OBR Leak Shaped Reeves’ Toughest Week Yet

Rachel Reeves’ November Budget sought to stabilise public finances and cut child poverty, but its impact was eclipsed by a major OBR leak that triggered fierce political fallout
V-Levels: Starmer’s Bold Attempt to Improve Education

V-Levels: Starmer’s Bold Attempt to Improve Education

Announcement of Labour’s new approach to education qualifications V-Levels calls into question Government approach to education policy

When it comes to political action, British students could learn something from Cuba

The Mancunion sits down with two Cuban diplomats to explore the integration of young people into Cuban society, and imagines what could be possible in Britain
From Foreign Policy to Football: Starmer gained nothing from Maccabi intervention

From Foreign Policy to Football: Starmer gained nothing from Maccabi intervention

After years of criticism over its stance on Israel, Labour’s decision to oppose Birmingham’s ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans has ignited a political firestorm
Marxism is out of place in the modern day

Marxism is out of place in the modern day

The Left must abandon Marxism if it wants to remain relevant
The courage of literary translation

The courage of literary translation

Literary translation is not so black-and-white, and understanding this grants us a wealth of new meaning
Is Reform’s honeymoon period over?

Is Reform’s honeymoon period over?

After a year and a half of political ascendency, Reform are showing signs of stumbling.