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In with the new: Has the World Transformed epitomised the change in Britains Left?

In with the new: Has the World Transformed epitomised the change in Britains Left?

With the rapid rise and fall of Your Party, the rebranding of the Greens as Britain’s leading socialists, and the shockwaves in Europe echoing across our island, is the British left taking a step forward?
Vice-Chancellor faces student questions on fees, housing, and international partnerships at SU Q&A

Vice-Chancellor faces student questions on fees, housing, and international partnerships at SU Q&A

Duncan Ivision the President and Vice-Chancellor discusses the Manchester 2035 Strategy and the Tel Aviv Patnership.
Manchester Central MP Lucy Powell Elected Labour Deputy Leader

Manchester Central MP Lucy Powell Elected Labour Deputy Leader

Lucy Powell has been elected as Labour deputy leader after a vote among Party members and trade union affiliates.
Digital feminism: Why activism cannot be achieved through online trends

Digital feminism: Why activism cannot be achieved through online trends

Just as quickly as it blossomed, the so-called ‘fourth-wave’ or digital feminism is wilting, and it’s hard to ignore
France’s Political Future Uncertain Despite PM’s Re-Appointment

France’s Political Future Uncertain Despite PM’s Re-Appointment

In the latest development in France’s ongoing political crisis, Sébastien Lecornu was re-appointed Prime Minister by President Emmanuel Macron, just four days after resigning from the role
The World Transformed 2025 takes on Manchester

The World Transformed 2025 takes on Manchester

Radical politics, arts, and culture were brought to Manchester this October as The World Transformed celebrated its 2025 return
Conservative Party Conference returns to Manchester

Conservative Party Conference returns to Manchester

Can the Conservative Party’s fortunes be turned around or are they set for prolonged irrelevance?
Despite Brexit, British politics is looking distinctly European

Despite Brexit, British politics is looking distinctly European

British politics is in a period of flux – the rise of Reform, a fractured political landscape and the rise of influential local politicians. But is the UK looking more like a European democracy, and why?
Katy Perry and the uproar on the female-only space launch

Katy Perry and the uproar on the female-only space launch

What is the controversy surrounding Katy Perry and the female-only space launch. How do we move forward?
University of Cambridge granted four month injunction on Israel-Palestine protests

University of Cambridge granted four month injunction on Israel-Palestine protests

The University of Cambridge’s attempts to block protestors from gathering outside graduate ceremonies faces backlash from human rights groups
First class ladies: The 5 most memorable fashion moments from FLOTUS’s gone by…

First class ladies: The 5 most memorable fashion moments from FLOTUS’s gone by…

No matter red or blue, American First Ladies have served many iconic fashion moments over the years, and Fashion and Beauty has rounded up the most memorable ones
Tate and the Bruv party – credible or spoof?

Tate and the Bruv party – credible or spoof?

Andrew Tate has launched the ‘Bruv’ party, promising to bring back traditional family values and establish a ‘BBC Punishment’ channel
John Prescott: Do we need more working-class figures in mainstream politics?

John Prescott: Do we need more working-class figures in mainstream politics?

The former Deputy Prime Minister’s recent death mounts a significant question of class and representation in British politics
The politics of power dressing: Why women in power can never just “get dressed”

The politics of power dressing: Why women in power can never just “get dressed”

Why does fashion matter in politics? For women in power, every outfit tells a story—of scrutiny, double standards, and the challenges of leadership.
Are journalists being targeted? Dangerous conditions for Palestinian and Lebanese journalists

Are journalists being targeted? Dangerous conditions for Palestinian and Lebanese journalists

Organisations representing journalists have accused Israel of deliberately targeting journalists covering the Israel-Palestine conflict – an act considered by the International Court of Justice as a war crime
South Korea declares and revokes martial law in a single day

South Korea declares and revokes martial law in a single day

Martial law was declared in South Korea only for it to be revoked hours later, exposing deep fractures in President Yoon Suk-Yeol’s leadership as the nation grapples with balancing security and freedom
Italy’s ban on surrogacy abroad is an abhorrent attack on reproductive rights

Italy’s ban on surrogacy abroad is an abhorrent attack on reproductive rights

On October 16, the Italian Government passed a ban on surrogacy abroad. What does this mean for the reproductive rights of the Italian people?
Why was Sue Gray shown the door?

Why was Sue Gray shown the door?

Sue Gray has resigned after a year of being top dog in Starmer’s close circle – why does this matter to us and what does it say about the current state of the Labour government?
Social media and the illusion of activism

Social media and the illusion of activism

Social media has made social justice easier than ever, but has this come at the cost of meaningful action?
America is no longer a reliable ally – the defence of the free world now rests with Britain

America is no longer a reliable ally – the defence of the free world now rests with Britain

Donald Trump’s election heralds a new era of American isolation at the most dangerous time. Now, protecting Western democracy is our responsibility