Paul O’Grady and the Importance of Drag Queens
Charlotte reflects on the death of legend Paul O’Grady and how he introduced the magic of drag queens to the British public.
UnderStand
The features section discusses experiences, individuals, and local businesses.
Hair Is Everything (But It Doesn’t Have to Be)
Hannah discusses our emotional attachment to hair.
‘Too Much Labour’ – The Reality for Women in 2023
Katherine reflects on the numerous roles women are expected to taken on, even in 2023.
Money and Identity: The Socio-Political Power of Ancient Coinage and the Emergence of Greco-Bactrian Culture
Michael breaks down the changes in coinage in the Greco-Bactrian kingdom and how this reflects socio-political change.
Is Magic Dead?
Hannah ponders over magic’s existence in our modern age.
Sturgeon’s Trans-fer of Power: Did the Gender Recognition Bill impact the First Minister’s resignation?
Catherine explores the role the Scottish Gender Recognition Bill may have had on Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation.
Love Island: Exposing the Reality of Racism in the Dating Scene
Charlotte discusses the issue of racism in the reality TV show Love Island.
The Aquatic Ape Theory: Why Aren’t We Hairy and Other Questions Answered (Kind Of).
Adam explores a theory on human evolution and our relationship with water.
Hip Hop and the Classics: Emotional Expression in the Classics and Modern America
Michael draws comparisons between the writings of classical poetry and contemporary hip hop lyricism, highlighting certain universal themes and ideas that persist throughout the ages in art.
Deposit Return Scheme to Steal the Character of Scottish Wine Shops
Natalie explains how Scotland’s new Deposit Return Scheme will impact independent bottle shops.