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Sinn Féin could become the biggest party in Northern Ireland on May 5 – here’s what it means for power-sharing
Party leaders on both sides of the political divide in Northern Ireland agree that the Stormont assembly election on May 5 could be the most important in a generation. Polls continue to suggest that Sinn Féin will become the largest party for the first time in Northern Ireland’s 101-year historyContinue Reading
Jerusalem review: 13 years on, time has deepened this modern classic
Review at a glance C overed in blood, myth and glory, Mark Rylance returns in triumph, 13 years on, to the career-defining role of Johnny “Rooster” Byron in Jez Butterworth’s dazzling exploration of Englishness. Rooster is a charismatic, anarchic spirit: a perma-drunk yarn-spinner who supplies drugs and dance music toContinue Reading
Angela Rayner, porn in parliament and a depressing week for British politics
There are more women in the UK parliament and government than ever before – making up about one third of the total 650 members. Yet, there are still cases like The Mail on Sunday running the headline “Stone the crows! Tories accuse Rayner of Basic Instinct ploy to distract Boris”.Continue Reading
Russia: Victory Day 2022 and why commemoration of the end of WWII matters today
Even in the darkest days of the pandemic in 2020 Russia didn’t cancel Victory Day, its anniversary of the end of the second world war – it was just postponed. This year, the Kremlin promises a parade on May 9 with 11,000 servicemen and women plus 62 airplanes and 15Continue Reading
Barbell exercises aren’t essential for getting fit – here’s what you can do instead
Dumbbell variations allow us to adjust an exercise to better suit our body. Max kegfire/ Shutterstock If strong is the new sexy, it’s no wonder more people than ever want to start lifting weights. Instagram hashtags such as “fitspiration” (fitness inspiration) and #gym contain millions of posts, typically of flexedContinue Reading
Is current space law equipped to handle a new era of shifting power structures in space? The Conversation Weekly podcast transcript
The Ukraine invasion has increased tensions surrounding the International Space Station. Andrey Armyagov via Shutterstock This is a transcript of The Conversation Weekly podcast episode: Ukraine invasion threatens international collaboration in space – is current space law equipped to handle a new era of shifting power structures?, published on AprilContinue Reading
Nationality and Borders Act becomes law: five key changes explained
At almost the last minute before the parliamentary session ended, after months of pushback from the House of Lords and despite vehement protests from those supporting refugees and migrants, the UK government has succeed in introducing the Nationality and Borders Act. These are the five significant changes that will dramaticallyContinue Reading
Democracy undermined: elections in the UK are changing – here’s how
Many people across the UK will have their chance to vote in the imminent May elections. But only days before, new laws have been rushed through parliament, with amendments and approval (Royal Assent) occuring within the space of less than 24 hours. This means that in future, elections will beContinue Reading
Mitski gig review: Full of theatrical genius and stunning choreography
Review at a glance M itski stepped onto the stage at the Roundhouse and was immediately in character. As the Exorcist-inspired synths of Love Me More boomed behind her, she danced around the stage with the childish mannerisms of Alice in Wonderland. By the time she had exited the stage,Continue Reading
Chelsea news LIVE: latest transfer gossip and takeover news from Stamford Bridge
Tuchel excited by Lampard meeting Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has revealed he is looking forward to finally meeting Frank Lampard when the Blues take on Everton on Sunday, and wants to thank him for the introduction he gave him to life at Stamford Bridge. “He sent me a very kind,Continue Reading