Misogyny, racism, and the San Francisco Freeway
When someone mentions American cities, we all think of the hideous and bloated monolith. Jamie Hall explores why San Francisco has avoided this homogeny.
Kowloon Walled City, the impossible slum
Imagine a place with a population that of Canterbury, but all tightly packed into a space of a football field. A place that was completely ungoverned and lawless with darkness reigning the streets 24 hours a day. That place existed, it was called Kowloon Walled City, the most densely populated place in human existence.
The great facade of foreign aid
Foreign aid from richer countries to poorer ones can remedy the crisis of poverty; however, there is a growing movement of economists that argue aid is actively encouraging poverty and decline. Are these claims founded in reality, or just protectionist myths?
Short-fire film reviews – Isle Of Dogs; Ready Player One; I, Tonya; Tomb Raider
Oscar season and the Easter hits flew past us here at Berkeley Squares: so here’s our chance to sweep up what we missed. Included is The Shape Of Water, Isle of Dogs, Ready Player One and two more!
Review: Deadpool 2
Can Deadpool 2 buck the trend of self-important and formulaic superhero movies? Film correspondent William Palmer went to find out.
Less than 100 Days to go: Democrats’ odds to control House more likely
Has Donald Trump’s rhetoric turned the Republican party against him, not even halfway through his first term as president of the United States?
Micro plastic, macro effect
The microplastic threat has recently gained a higher profile due to media coverage and environmental campaigns. However, the effects on humans are largely unknown, and possibly significant.
Closure of Westbury-on-Trym Post Office?
Posters have appeared suggesting it’s being closed. Are they right?
Review: Ian McKellen as King Lear
Another breath-taking production of Shakespeare’s darkest tragedy, with a stellar cast. Read more within.
Review: Solo – A Star Wars Story
Prior to Solo’s release, clouds of doubt have been cast surrounding its controversial premise and further production difficulties. David Evans explores to the extent to which these concerns were founded in reality or were just the fear-mongering of a perhaps over-zealous fan base.