Opinion

The hypocrisy of Oxford academics invoking ‘academic freedom’ for Nathan Cofnas

Now, it cannot be clearer: ‘Academic freedom’ is only ever collectively invoked for those like Nathan Cofnas.

The hypocrisy of aestheticised wilderness

We seem to have been locked in an eternal attempt at domination over nature for millennia. My recent trip to Thailand shifted this into clear focus: perhaps the attempt was never really about humans over nature.

What does Pride mean to you? A reflection on identity

I was so excited to connect with the rest of the group through our shared enthusiasm and experiences. Eagerly, I contacted many other queer friends to join. Their responses would soon shock me.

Balanced by whose standards? Challenging the Pinsker Centre’s Israel policy trips

On 6th June, The Telegraph published an article outlining the abuse and criticism faced by Ben Ashworth, over his visit to Israel. The article describes the trip as “a fact-finding trip to better understand the Gaza conflict”. A closer examination of the trip itinerary, however, tells a different story.

Dream of the machines

Tom Gardner argues that technology is going to change the relationship between power and the people

5 Minute Tute: The Mexican drug war

Tom Wainwright assesses the current state of Mexico's battle with the cartels

Against discrimination in representation

Georgia Mizen on why the position of LGBTQ rep should be open to all

Sides of the Story – The Queen’s Speech

This week, Cherwell takes a look at the Queen's opening of Parliament

Interview: His Excellency Abdullahi Al Azreg

Sebastian Leape talks to the ambassador of Sudan about life on the wrong side of the USA

5 Minute Tute: Politics and the Media

Steven Hewlett talks about the impact of the Levenson inquiry on British politics

Sides of the Story – Pornography

This week, Cherwell takes a look at the British debate on how to keep porn away from kids

Interview – Peter Mandelson

Peter Mandelson talks to Tom Beardsworth about everything but New Labour

The fundamental freedom

Will Granger argues that press freedom must never be taken for granted

The mystery at the heart of the financial crisis

Sebastian Leape argues that the shareholders of Britain's largest banks should make their voices heard

Miss-Represented in the media

Harmful gender stereotypes on screen don't have to be the norm

5 Minute Tute: Women’s Rights in Afghanistan

Kenneth Roth discusses the plight of women in Afghanistan

Cherwell Cartoon: Trinity 2012 Week 3

An artist's impression of the government's Olympic defence system, courtesy of Max Mulvany

Cherwell Cartoon: Trinity 2012 Week 2

Cherwell's resident cartoonist offers his unique take on the ongoing scandal surrounding Murdoch's media empire

How François Hollande can save the Eurozone

Hannah Timmis is impressed by the economics of the French presidential candidate

Sides of the story: Jeremy Hunt & Murdoch

Our take on other takes on the Jeremy Hunt scandal

Interview: Alan Duncan

Sebastian Leape travels to Westminster to talk to Alan Duncan about politics, poverty and power

Debate: London mayoral election – Vote Ken

Ben Deaner urges Londoners to give Ken a second chance

Debate: London mayoral election – Back Boris

Tom Beardsworth urges voters to back the gaff prone Tory

5 Minute Tute: Two Years of The Coalition

David Rennie debates the future of the Conservative/Liberal Democrat coalition

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