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Cambridge students uncover possible execution pit
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At least ten skeletons were identified, which are speculated to be of Viking or Saxon origin.
Patryk Malinowski has been sentenced to a year in prison for starting several fires at St Catharine’s College
The feminist society has renamed itself after Margaret Andrew of Chesterton, who played an important role in the College’s founding
The College says that it has revised its plans for the newly acquired land in response to local concerns
Thiel was invited to speak by James Orr, the divinity professor recently appointed as a senior adviser to Nigel Farage
The most recent delay arose due to confusion about the practicalities of arms divestment
This represents an increase from zero in 2024, but student campaigners say there is still work to be done
Review
Barney Sayburn is in awe of this understated gem
Feature
Holly Hardman puts the spotlight on celebrating platonic love this Valentine’s
Keep college bars student run, or lose what makes them special
Cambridge’s academic staff should not be sacrificed in the pursuit of ‘talent acquisition’
CUCA risks becoming Reform-lite
Men at Cambridge are experiencing equality
Calum Murray
Calum Murray argues that protests against young Reform advocate Jack Anderton’s appearance at CUCA are justified
Ben Lubitsh
Ben Lubitsh argues that the hostility behind ‘sticking it to the man’ has plagued our political thought
Duncan Paterson
Duncan Paterson argues that the University’s leadership priorities are neglecting the people that are foundational to its continuance
Ivo Morrey
Ivo Morrey argues that CUCA’s recent speaker event cancellation might not just be a result of their cowardice
Juliette Berry
Juliette Berry uses the example of Downing Bar to argue that student-run bars must be maintained
Matilda Sheekey
Matilda Sheekey argues that we should work against a self-inflicted defensiveness that mistakes victimhood for accountability
From fresher to finalist: how have you evolved at Cambridge?
‘Everyone’s a dreamer’: The mysterious world of trinmos
The truth behind the ‘rich international student’ stereotype
How sweet is the en-suite deal?
Beth Lee asks finalists and graduates how their relationships, work, world outlook, and future aspirations have changed at Cambridge
Daisy Stewart Henderson talks to maths students at Trinity about whether trinmos deserve their intense reputation
Savaira Sammoon speaks to international students about the financial barriers to studying at Cambridge
Amber Ahark explores how term time changes students’ identities
Daisy Stewart Henderson speaks to those working towards a better future for Afghanistan from Cambridge
Frida Bradbrook meets the vets in uproar over the potential closure
Cerys Burch explores Cambridge’s changes and consistencies with some of its most experienced members
Beth Lee speaks to students across Cambridge about how big of a deal sharing a bathroom really is
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Lord Leggatt on becoming a Supreme Court Justice
Politics, your own way: Tilly Middlehurst on speaking out
Roy Stride: ‘Scouting for Girls were a naughty band back then’
Meet the man behind your college stash
Tara Buxton talks to the lead singer of the pop-rock band about noughties nostalgia and Cambridge May Balls
Isadora Vargas Mafort speaks to Kevin Roberts, archivist at the University Library, about the profession’s daily surprises
Rosalind Howell discusses gowns, puffers, and everything in between with the shop floor manager of Ryder and Amies
Hannah Burfield and the pioneering TV writer discuss how Cambridge influenced his comedic craft
Vienna Kwan and the Cambridge alumnus discuss balancing ambition with realism
Tara Buxton and the patient advocate discuss the underreported prevalence of pain during caesarian-section deliveries
Meet the Cambridge physicist who advocates for the humanities
The (not-so) silent killer
Research Roundup
Dhruv Shenai and Jessica Adams present some of the latest scientific developments
Pooja Gada explores how Cambridge’s everyday noise is quietly wreaking havoc on our health
Interview
Nicholas Land speaks to Kevin Barreto about achieving the world’s first autonomous AI solution to a maths problem
Asha Torczon explores the psychology behind how we justify meat consumption
Interview
Dhruv Shenai speaks to Professor Siddharth Saxena about why scientists shouldn’t stay out of world politics
The pioneering research from the Institute of Astronomy that hopes to deepen our understanding of the universe
Forget Amazon, shop local! 
What’s your go-to outdoor study spot?
Ask Auntie Alice: Valentine’s edition
Friendships first this Valentine’s, and beyond
Trial + Error
Emma Coombe tries to convert you to the zen-nest hobby of all
Guide
Anastasia Prussakova recommends the very best independent shops in town
Quiz
Take Freya Compton’s quiz to see which outdoor study spot you’ll choose
Feature
Holly Hardman puts the spotlight on celebrating platonic love this Valentine’s
Guide
Freya Compton talks you through the steps for a DIY craft to gift a loved one this Valentine’s
Agony Aunt
Auntie Alice is back for a Valentine’s special
Feature
Emily Cushion suggests swapping classics for Carol Ann Duffy
Column
In this column, the Arts editors muse on Renoir’s romantic masterpiece
Interview
Joe Wright talks to Zoe Gilbert about adapting her book into music
Feature
Mia Apfel discusses Charles Traub’s hyper-honest photogrpahy
Opinion
Emma Gower discusses the experience of living in a college that’s also a gallery
Review
Mia Apfel reviews the new Heong Gallery exhibition at Downing
The year of the horse (girl)
Shoe-making, silk dresses, and slop capitalism
Lace versus leather: a Valentine’s guide
Accessibility in a neurodivergent wardrobe
Opinion
Ursula Rowe demonstrates how to hold problematic fashion icons to account, and still appreciate their contributions to the industry
Olivia Redman argues that the equestrian aesthetic should embrace messiness, mud and authenticity rather than luxury and wealth
Guide
Flossie Bullion searches for the most attractive fashion direction this Valentine’s Day
Jess Gotterson explores the ways in which our belongings can reflect individual style, and compliment our wardrobes
Opinion
Salma Amin explores the steadily increasing phenomenon of ‘slop capitalism’ in fashion production
Guide
Matilda Billinge shares her hand-me-down tips for thrifting in Cambridge
Remembering Rob Reiner 
H is for Hawk: Cambridge in cinema
Feature
Dan Porritt looks over the life and cinematic achievement of the actor and filmmaker
Interview
Hilary Lau speaks to filmmakers Polly Yeung and Tommy Ng about their new animated feature
Review
Ellie Smith reflects on Cambridge’s own emotional architecture
Review
Daniella Adetoye highlights a production exemplifying exceptional student film-making
Opinion
Otto Bajwa Greenwood argues that this partnership should be approached with caution
Review
Heidi Lewis reviews the acclaimed film depicting the making of Shakespeare’s masterpiece
Getting Killed hurts way less than it sounds
Inside Radiohead’s circle
“The revolution will not be televised,” it will be sung
Feature
Geese’s fine balancing act between sonic brilliance and surreptitious marketing, as examined by Ike Morley
Feature
Lauren Quinn takes us through the songs that supercharged the French Revolution
Ten years since his passing, Imani Mokal-Russel revisits the undeniable power of Bowie’s beautiful non-human humanity
Interview
Efe Imoyin-Omene in conversation with the kaleidoscopic songwriter Natanya
Review
Mac DeMarco’s lesson in irreverance at the Corn Exchange, as reviewed by Ruby Wooller
Improvisation is scary, but worth it 
A Breakfast of Eels is quietly stunning
Austentatious is a roaring success
Stags and Hens (The Remix): A look behind the wedding veil
Review
Daisy Simpson enjoys a colourful and riotous night out at the ADC 4.5 stars
Feature
Barney Sayburn explains how conquering the fear and trying improv can make you a better actor
Review
Nikita Vajrala revels in the chaos of the Arts Theatre’s Austen based improv 4.5 stars
Feature
Daphne Stavride argues that superstitions are part of theatre’s charm
Review
Barney Sayburn is in awe of this understated gem
Preview
Before the second show of their run at The Corpus Playroom, Eleanor Baldwin speaks with the show’s director
I didn’t believe the Padel hype – then I played
Captain’s Corner: Women’s Football
Nicholas Hall comments on Cambridge and the world’s conversion to padel
Ben Lubitsh explores the approach to transgender inclusion in college sport
Captain's Corner
Sam Ho speaks to Women’s Football captain Lara Branston ahead of an exciting term
Match Report
Sam Ho reports as the Blues show grit to outlast Worcester in an exciting encounter
Sam Ho reports as the Blues suffer a home defeat in their survival to stay up
Tristan Sykes reports as Deniz Ozer’s brace seals a gritty 2–0 win over UEA
Juliette Berry
Keep college bars student run, or lose what makes them special
Juliette Berry uses the example of Downing Bar to argue that student-run bars must be maintained