Japanese magical realism: If Cats Disappeared from the World
Books editor Jia Qi Tan reviews and compares two works of Japanese magical realism
Issue 1753
30th Oct 2020
Japanese magical realism: The Miracles of the Namiya General Store by Keigo Higashino
Books Editor Jia Qi Tan reviews and compares two works of Japanese magical realism.
We need to consider alternatives to a lockdown
There are those that believe that stricter lockdowns will save lives and there are others that believe that a different approach is better.
Covert Human Intelligence Sources Bill: Not a licence to kill, but worse
Simply put, this Bill will allow certain authorities’ intelligence gatherers (i.e. undercover police and informants) to conduct criminal activities.
Making America Again
The race for the White House has begun in earnest, and while the world waits for the results, it's essential to understand the mechanism behind the voting process.
This week’s inspiration: A Plastic Ocean
A Plastic Ocean is a documentary that captures the tragic realities of our love-hate relationship with plastic.
Reducing Plastic as a Student in London
This article compiles some of the best shops & online delivery services that’ll make sustainability easy for you, from weekly groceries to personal care.
The 2020 Plastic Straw Ban
On the 1st October 2020, a ban on throwaway plastics came into place in England, including plastic straws, plastic cotton buds and plastic stirrers.
Why is waste normal?
Humans are not inherently wasteful, yet our behaviour shift started to happen after WWII, as industry saw an opportunity to make profit gains quickly.
Modern Love: Turner at Tate Britain
The exhibition presents a comprehensive and wonderfully curated exhibit of Turner’s work with a penchant for deep reflection on the milieu.
Passing the Aux to Gabriel Kassayie
Lenzman - African Dream
SAWAYAMA - Album of the Year?
Rina Sawayama, the up and coming Japanese-born British singer-songwriter, has built a rabid fanbase, in no small part thanks to her brilliant debut album.