Saturday 7th March 2026

Culture

Red soles, red flags: Jaden Smith and the celebrity takeover of high fashion

Smith’s appointment has raised some serious questions about the extent to which nepotism and celebrity is superseding artistic talent in the fashion industry at present.

Remembrance, resilience, and reflection: Lubomyr Melnyk, the ‘continuous music’ pioneer

On the 23rd and 24th February, the Ukrainian composer and pianist, Lubomyr Melnyk, returns to Oxford for a performance at New College.

Techno, tragedy, and medieval monologuing: ‘Brew Hill’ in conversation

Pecadillo Productions’ ‘Brew Hill’ watches the deterioration of the romance between Nat (Trixie Smith) and Gordon (Jem Hunter).

Will 2026 finally kill the clean girl?

The clean girl has become ubiquitous throughout celebrity culture, magazines, and social media in recent years. Her brand prescribes a lifestyle, a kind of idealised minimalism.

Blind Date: Week 4

Ex-Union Prezzie and Christ Church Psychologist meet over drinks

Scenic View: New Zealand

Hector Keate advises the enthusiastic traveller against a visit to New Zealand

The search for the gay gene

Diamanto Mamuneas investigates whether the gay gene could be passed down the generations

Fine Dining: Valentine’s Day

Conan McKenzie elaborates on the 'joy' of a romantic dinner in Oxford

Eye Candy: Flower Power

Get ahead this Spring with the new floral prints...

News Roundup: Third Week

Join Antonia and Theo for further insight into Cherwell's recent news stories

The Cherwell Fashion Guide to… Nautical Sailor Tailoring

Cherwell's Deputy Fashion Editor shows you how to wear the nautical trend for this Spring.

How to Cook… Zesty Crab Carbonara

A variation on the classic carbonara with crab, chilli and coriander which takes less than ten minutes to make...

Laying your head on the writer’s block

If you aim to be a journalist, are you destined for the gutter?

Join the Debate: OUSU Funds

OUSU President and JCR Presidents give their opinion on OUSU's troubling financial situation.

Oxford Blues Men’s Football v Nottingham Trent 27.01.10

Highlights of Oxford University Blues Football

Sister Act

Sarah Ventress delves into sorority culture and finds out the truth behind the movie myths

Here’s What You’ve Missed: 2nd Week

Did the audiences like 'The Magic Toyshop' and 'Far Away'?

Scenic View: Israel

The tourist industry, segregation, religion and architecture in Jerusalem

It’s not you, it’s my hormones!

Olivia Hanson explains how the Pill may contribute to the break up of marriages

Interview: Graham Cole

Grace Flynn chats to Graham Cole about his career, charity and The Bill

Blind Date: Week 3

Love at first sight? You tell us...

Fine Dining: Gee’s

Conan Mckenzie samples Gee's January promotion menu

Back To Basics!

It's all about the layering

News Roundup: Second Week

Further insight into key stories and a lighter look at the rest of the paper

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