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    An Interview With Travel Society

    Ever fancied packing in your studies for a day, or even a week, and setting off with like minded students to explore the UK and beyond? Impact’s Alice Thébault catches up with the committee of Travel Society, a student society dedicated to letting you do just that....
  • Interrailing Advice from a Chaotic Traveller

    Jamey Heron-Waterhouse If you’re thinking of going interrailing next summer, then you’ve come to the right place. This article contains detailed advice on just about everything you need to know when planning interrailing. Better yet, all advice comes from Jamey, and some of their friends, who have recently survived...
  • Is The West’s Concern With The War In Ukraine Compared With Wars Elsewhere A Continuation Of Racial Bias?

    Since Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24th February 2022, there has been an outpouring of media coverage and public support throughout the West with leaders across the world condoning Putin’s actions. Grace Cloughton scrutinises the racial bias inherent in the West’s reaction when examined alongside western...
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    The Ballot Box: Ep. 3 What’s Happening In Ukraine?

    If you're unsure what has caused the current situation in Ukraine, you're in the right place! Felix from The Ballot Box gives a one-off, five minute explainer about the background to the conflict....
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    What Makes A Good Vaccine Rollout: A Country-By-Country Comparison

    Adam Goriparthi  A vaccination a day keeps the pandemic at bay. It’s no secret that the UK’s handling of lockdown measures was… delayed. However, did we rectify our mistakes with our administration of COVID-19 vaccines? What determines the success of vaccine rollout? Why are some countries better at it than others?  A Successful Rollout  Doses given per 100 people (as of 11th Feb):  Israel – 66.4  UAE – 47.9  UK – 20.3  US – 13.5  EU – 4.2  As the data above highlights, increased vaccine administration seems to...
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    Short Break Itinerary: Iceland

    Victoria Mileson Want to live like David Attenborough and explore glaciers and waterfalls? Iceland is the place to go. Iceland is an increasingly popular destination, but you can still visit without your holiday snaps being spoiled by tourists in the background. Iceland is perfect for the wildlife-obsessed, the photography...
  • The Loss Of Erasmus: A Mistake, Or An Opportunity?

    Abbie Turner As a language student, I think the new Turing scheme holds exciting opportunities for UK students to participate in study or work placements all around the world. However, it is hard to make an informed decision about whether the loss of the Erasmus+ scheme is a mistake...