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Fin Kavanagh

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Don’t Block Porn: Disrupt It

Have you heard of Al-Aqsa?

A thousand year-old religious site caught fire on Monday – not Notre Dame, another one.

Counselling referral rates among highest in Russell Group

Increased demand has forced Oxford University’s Counselling Service to further reduce the number of counselling sessions per student, with this year seeing an “all-time...

Bhajis, bacteria, and bicycles: inside crew date kitchens

Cherwell obtained copies of the most recent hygiene food hygiene reports from At Thai, Jamal’s, and The Temple Lounge through Oxford City Council, all of which highlighted issues regarding hygiene, cleaning, and confidence in the restaurants’ management.

Minority groups feel the most excluded at the Union, report reveals

The lowest accessibility ratings came from members who “identify as coming from a socioeconomically disadvantaged background” and “disabled members”.

‘The launch was a dream for us’: Onyx magazine releases its first issue

The editorial team hope "the magazine can be a continuing celebration of African and Caribbean culture".

Strictly Straight Dancing: Why millennials no longer watch TV

Young people have switched off the box, could values have something to do with it?

Circus life is no life for animals

In a week where Oxford hosts a circus, should be asking what place do animals still have in these performances?

Somerville all-women panel highlights plight of female refugees

The World Refugee Day discussion comes in a series of panels aiming to give women a greater platform

Protestors call for divestment at Clarendon Building rally

Oxford Climate Justice Campaign called on the University and its colleges to divest from the fossil fuel industry

Let’s Talk About: Incels

A brief guide to the alt-right's answer to a lonely hearts club

Mental health support is a question of priorities

The press may scrutinise college endowments, but all of them have the resources to improve their provisions, says Fin Kavanagh

Fatal attraction: why we smoke

The uncomfortable truths about why smoking is still so popular

It’s time to talk about hangover anxiety

For many the morning after the night before is dominated by 'The Fear'