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A showcase of student-penned pieces
Law of the Land
by Andy Walker
Law of the Land
Law of the Land
A review of MOD byelaws could spell a rough ride for mountain bikers who depend on their local army land. Andy Walker finds out exactly what the future holds.
Let’s spare a thought for mountain bikers in South East England. Glance at a relief map of the UK and you will notice that the region’s most eminent hills look like mere speed bumps compared to the towering peaks enjoyed by riders in Scotland, Wales and Northern England.
Trouble in Paradise
Trouble in Paradise
by Rene Freling
Even before the tragic deaths of British honeymooners Catherine and Ben Mullany in July 2008, Nora Nedden knew all about Antigua’s gang problems. Five years ago, she was attacked and beaten by two gang members in her own home. Now, she’s trying to do something about it.
Wild tigers facing extinction
by Rene Freling
Wild Tigers Facing Extinction
They may have made headlines around the world, but the three Sumatran tiger cubs unveiled in Western Australia last month are not merely a cute addition to Perth Zoo’s attractions. They also happen to be part of a breeding programme aimed at trying to save a species on the brink of extinction. With time running out fast, tourism may be part of the solution but not all tiger facilities are helping the cause.
Brief Lives (as printed in The Guardian Weekend - 8/11/08)
by Kate Salter
They came from the US, UK, Uganda, Russia, Greece and China, their tales involve suicide bids, jail terms, even aliens, but they have one thing in common - Michael Kimball has written their life stories on the back of a postcard.
Michael Kimball began writing peoples life stories on the backs of postcards as a joke at a performance arts festival in April. "I thought it would be fun and funny, and that I'd ask a few questions and write a few postcards and that would be that... When I looked up, a line had formed."
Treating Epilepsy using the Ketogenic Diet
by Sarah Spendiff
Treating Epilepsy
Emma Williams was told her son Matthew wouldn’t make it to 12-years-old due to his severe Childhood Epilepsy, or if he did he would need to be placed in a care home.
He was only six when Emma heard this from the doctors treating him at Great Ormond Street Hospital. But now, thanks to a specialised diet, he is a happy, healthy 14-year-old with a normal life expectancy.
Casino Royale
by Richard Keatley
Lost Opportunity
by Richard Keatley
Honour killings / Survivor's helpline - Police Review
by Sophie Baker
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