Some of the UK’s major cities have experienced a crisis in recent weeks with a spate of stabbings occurring. Birmingham, the UK’s second largest city, has had 3 fatal stabbings in recent weeks with Sidali […]
Man Arrested for Murder on Woodhouse Lane
Armed police arrested the man yesterday (10/11) before 5pm, during a pre-planned operation. The arrest occurred near Parkinson Building, at the front entrance to the University of Leeds. The man was wanted for a murder […]
Burglaries up by 52% in Hyde Park and Headingley Since 2015
As first year comes to an end in Leeds, and former-freshers are thrust from the comforts of University accommodation, most flock to Hyde Park to seek refuge. Hyde Park has, simultaneously, both a great and […]
Man, 32, Stabbed in Hyde Park on Kings Road, Police Confirm
A 32-year-old man has been stabbed in Hyde Park on Kings Road at around 2pm this afternoon. The man has been taken to hospital and is currently in a stable condition. Local residences reported numerous […]
Blind Woman and Guide Dog Targeted in Hyde Park Firework Attack
A blind woman in her 50s has been left distressed after youths targeted fireworks at her and her guide dog, at around 8pm in Hyde Park yesterday evening (Tuesday 30th October). The woman and her […]
Watch, Read, Listen: the Kavanaugh Case
There’s been a lot of noise in the press and on social media recently about the Republican judge Brett Kavanaugh who has been nominated for a position in the Supreme Court, despite facing sexually assault […]
Turkish Court Convicts Leeds Ex-Soldier of Terrorism Offenses
Joe Robinson, 25, was arrested and charged with terrorism offenses while on holiday in Turkey last year. He was accused of being a member of the YPG, a Kurdish armed group classed as a terrorist […]
Not-so-Superfoods
With the public constantly becoming more aware about what we eat and the issues associated with our food, it seems like new superfoods are springing up daily. Often promoted by Instagram and Twitter personalities with […]
Safety First: Students Fighting For Sustainable Chemistry Labs
The student led SHE (Safety Health and Environment) Committee was set up in 2016 by ex-industrial placement chemistry Masters students who recognised the vast difference in safety practices and regulations from their time in industry […]
Radio 1 & 2 Must Play 50% New Music
Ofcom, the UK’s government-approved media regulator, has recently altered its guidelines for BBC Radio 1 and 2. It has ordered both stations to play more “new music” on their daytime shows; for Radio 1 50% […]