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.

Is the Pope a Catholic?

'The tempter came to him' (Mat.4:3): In the aftermath of the holy weekend Henry Carr wonders what the Papacy is all about.

The Budget: ‘It’s Politics, stupid’

Unexciting, uninspiring and potentially redundant. But it still knocked the Tories for six, says Thomas Kidney

Abuse of our attention

Twee internet campaigns are demeaning and detract from any real seriousness, says Sofia Abasolo

Love Music Hate Racism

Antonia Tam takes a look at the campaign encouraging people to use their vote and keep out the BNP

Guest Columnist: Chris Tennant

Modern society engages in false consciousness

Notes from the Underground

Music journalist Simon Reynolds talks about the joy of being a bit of a misfit

Falklands Fervour

Malcolm Deas explains the Falklands' Islands' conflict

Voice of the People: India after Independence

Vignesh Ashok considers the progress of India sixty years after independence and her future

Stripping down Thirst Lodge?

Two students debate whether Thirst Lodge should be granted a license to allow lap-dancing

Impartial Order

John Bercow MP for Buckingham, Speaker of the House of Commons, talks to Clement Knox about his new position

Voice of the People: Race relations in South Africa

Christina Charemi looks at race relations in South Africa since Nelson Mandela

Guest Columnist: Olivia Lichenstein

Award-winning documentary filmmaker and best-selling author Olivia Lichenstein describes her complex relationship with her mother

Greece’s rising debt

James Forder explains Greece's financial crisis

Are there limits on free speech?

Two students debate how 'free' free speech should be

‘Anti-Semitism’ accusations detract from Oxford’s outrage at Ayalon’s extremism

What should we really be considering following Danny Ayalon's speech at the Union?

Should France ban the full Muslim veil?

Two students debate whether the full veil should be outlawed in state owned premises and public transport

Editorial: Consider, engage and argue, don’t just shout louder.

We need to raise the level of debate beyond the playground and who can drown out the opposition.

Should John Terry have gone?

Was John Terry's loss of the English captaincy appropriate?

5 Minute Tute: Parliamentary Privilege

Professor Gillian Peele explains parliamentary privilege and the expenses

Drug Transformation

Danny Kushlick, founder of the drug policy foundation Transform, talks about why drug prohibition isn't working

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