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It has now been over two weeks since a student-led University of Sheffield activist group occupied the Diamond in opposition against alleged ‘war crimes’. But has the demonstration wielded any tangible results in relation to the obstruction it caused? The occupation led by Sheffield Action Group (SHAG) took off at …

It has now been over two weeks since a student-led University of Sheffield activist group occupied the Diamond in opposition against alleged ‘war crimes’. But has the demonstration wielded any tangible results in relation to the obstruction it caused?

The success of the Lionesses this summer in the Euros has generated a massive boost in the popularity of women’s football. Bramall Lane hosted some games, including the semi-final, which saw the Lionesses take on Sweden. Head Coach of Sheffield United’s women’s team, Neil Redfearn, has expressed his delight that …

The ticking of the doomsday clock has never reverberated louder across the world than it does now. Russia intensifies its missile bombardments and military round-up due to the Ukrainian counter-offensives, which fill the papers and flood millions of screens on social media.

Exciting news is expected in the world of healthcare as ViiV Healthcare, in collaboration with Shionogi, prepares to showcase the preclinical studies’ results of a, potentially, ground-breaking way of fighting HIV.

Recent promising research into Parkinson’s by University of Sheffield doctors may represent a new chapter in the future of its treatment.

On Friday, the B. Braun Sheffield Sharks took on Newcastle Eagles in their sixth match of the 2022/23 season. The teams last met on 25th March in a match that saw the Sharks take home the win with a 20-point lead. Since then, the Newcastle Eagles have changed all but …

James Cameron’s re-release of Avatar, once the highest-grossing movie of all time, has just beaten Olivia Wilde’s new psychological thriller, Don’t Worry Darling, (DWD) at the box office.

The PM’s ‘Trussonomics’ have crashed the value of the British pound barely 19 days after taking the lead of the country.

Recently, a total of 41 books were banned and removed from the shelves in the Keller Independent School District in Texas, USA. From The Bible to The Diary of Anne Frank, the list is extensive and shocking. This mass banning comes as a part of the increase of book banning …

On the 31st March it was announced that The Leadmill was facing eviction. The potential closure of this historic Sheffield landmark was, obviously, met with a huge outcry of sadness, and there is currently a campaign to try and prevent the eviction of The Leadmill. To show our support for …

Is there anyone as truly ‘Sheffield’ as Richard Hawley? Sure, he might not have had the worldwide success experienced by, say, Alex Turner, but if there is one man who truly embodies the spirit of the Steel City, it’s Richard Hawley. The man bleeds Hendo’s. He’s best mates with Pete …

Last night we saw England sail through to the final round of the women’s Euros, beating Sweden 4-0 at Sheffield United’s Bramall Lane. In the crowd, men, women, and children alike celebrated as the Lionesses sealed their historic victory. England’s success this summer will leave a lasting legacy, inspiring millions …

Series 4 Volume 2 of Stranger Things was possibly the most highly anticipated TV release of the year. The 80’s sci-fi series is one of Netflix’s most popular originals, with over 1 billion streams on the most recent instalments. After the rollercoaster that was part 1, I’ve seen a multitude …

Series 4 Volume 2 of Stranger Things was possibly the most highly anticipated TV release of the year. The 80’s sci-fi series is one of Netflix’s most popular originals, with over 1 billion streams on the most recent instalments. After the rollercoaster that was part 1, I’ve seen a multitude …

From only having a single EP before the first lockdown to playing The Leadmill on the 25th June, local band Minds Idle are seemingly going from strength to strength. We even chose the band’s newest single, Spaceman, for our inaugural Sheffield Spotlight! It seems clear that, for Minds Idle, similarly …

One of the joys of discovering new music is stumbling upon those rare albums that truly leave a marvellous impression on the audience. That joy is definitely felt on Alpha Games, English indie-band Bloc Party’s newest album after their six-year-long hiatus. The first track on the album, Day Drinker, makes …

One of the joys of discovering new music is stumbling upon those rare albums that truly leave a marvellous impression on the audience. That joy is definitely felt on Alpha Games, English indie-band Bloc Party’s newest album after their six-year-long hiatus. The first track on the album, Day Drinker, makes …

If there is one artist in the current mainstream who is best known for their sardonic wit, it is Father John Misty. Seemingly having made a career out of self-aggrandisement and social critique, Misty, who’s real name is Josh Tillman, is more character than singer. From turning up on stage …

On Thursday 24th of February Vitali Yalahuzian, a second-year journalism student at the University of Sheffield, was on his way to the Newsday, when he found out that Russia had attacked his home country – Ukraine. He said: “I felt really bad that I am stuck in Sheffield, but going …

Over the last fortnight, the University of Sheffield took on Sheffield Hallam University in Sheffield’s biggest university sporting event of the year. Uni of sealed a comfortable victory at 52 points while Sheffield Hallam ended with 26.5 points by the end of the competition. The highlight was the men’s football …

The comeback of British rock duo Placebo should not be missed! Released on March 25th, Never Let Me Go immediately received international praise, and that does not come as a surprise as Placebo’s exciting new record has been one of the most interesting albums I’ve listened to in a while. …

From Arctic Monkeys’ first gig to setting up new live music venue ‘Sidney&Matilda’, Paul Tuffs is a veritable Sheffield music legend If you speak to any band, singer, or other musician from Sheffield over the last twenty or so years, they will all mention a name. A singular figure who …

Lee Gregory scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Sheffield Wednesday overcame relegation-threatened AFC Wimbledon at Hillsborough to move to fifth in League One. The Owls’ number nine stooped to head home substitute Callum Paterson’s headed cross in what could prove to be a pivotal goal in Wednesday’s pursuit of promotion …

A new scientific study has suggested that mosquitoes may be attracted to particular colours, and therefore colour could be used as a form of mosquito control. The study was published in the journal Nature Communications and is the latest to explore mosquitoes’ attraction to different colours. The researchers carried out …

One feature that distinguishes Sheffield from neighbouring cities, especially Manchester, is the slower pace of life, closer to what can be found in large towns. However, for some students, this town-like atmosphere could come to feel restraining since Sheffield does not really offer certain amenities more common in bigger cities, …

Sheffield United Women were stunned by Sunderland Ladies at the Technique Stadium on Sunday as they were beaten 4-1 by the tenth placed side. The Blades made two changes from their victory over London City Lionesses last weekend with Nina Wilson and Sophie Walton coming in for Fran Kitching and …

Sheffield United Women were stunned by Sunderland Ladies at the Technique Stadium on Sunday as they were beaten 4-1 by the tenth placed side. The Blades made two changes from their victory over London City Lionesses last weekend with Nina Wilson and Sophie Walton coming in for Fran Kitching and …

The University of Sheffield Women’s Football 1s have beaten Sheffield Hallam 2-1 in a close game at Hallam Sports Park yesterday. Nobody could deny that the was air filled with a certain tension before the match. After a long wait for the return of Varisty, the atmosphere before the match …