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The College has agreed to review its investment principles following pressure from Newnham for Palestine
Professor Dennis Yuk-ming Lo is accused of complicity in the expulsion of a student activist from the Chinese University of Hong Kong
Last week’s Students’ Union elections saw an overall turnout of 18%
The University’s endowment reported links to Palantir, GE Aerospace, and Caterpillar
The College has agreed to review its investment principles following pressure from Newnham for Palestine
News in-depth
The postgraduate presidential results have yet to be released following the disqualification of Roman Shainskyi
Interview
Dhyan Ruparel talks to the Tony and Olivier winning director about his illustrious career and return to the Arts Theatre
Mary Anna Im speaks to Harriet Tyce about career risks and her time on the hit show
Review
Sophie Smout explores why the layout of poíēsis works so effectively
I’m disappointed but not suprised by the actions of David Stern
Have we become too Cam-placent? 
Students should care more about tuition loans 
Inclusivity doesn’t have to sell out tradition
Maya Layish
Maya Layish uses the example of Grudgebridge to argue that we need a stronger accountability culture in Cambridge
April O'Neill
April O’Neill argues that the social circles and cultures created at Oxbridge need to be examined and held accountable
Juliette Berry
Juliette Berry argues that colleges should embrace the pride and politics behind flying flags
Calum Murray
Calum Murray argues that undergraduates need to stand with postgraduates against the increasingly unfair system
Alfie Roberts
Alfie Roberts argues that universities need to start advocating for their place in society, or risk punishment in a volatile political landscape
Jake Altmann
Jake Altmann argues that gowned exams will bring back some of the ceremony that we take for granted at Cambridge
Should college halls be dishing up calorie information? 
Is the ‘voiage’ worth it? 
Where are all the liberal Christians at Cambridge? 
Beyond the porters’ lodge: is life better outside college?
Daisy Stewart Henderson and Frida Bradbrook speak to Cambridge students about their relationship to patriotism
Lydia Bearne talks to students about whether calories on college menus are harmful or handy
Eve Nicholls talks to Voi users about the benefits and drawbacks of the vehicle
Sophia Bosworth-Gerbino talks to students living off-site about its benefits and disadvantages
Bibi Boyce talks to experts and students about the female experiences of ADHD
Frida Bradbrook talks to progressive Christians about their religious experiences at Cambridge
Amelie Rothwell investigates digital misogyny and its repurcussions in Cambridge
Beth Lee asks finalists and graduates how their relationships, work, world outlook, and future aspirations have changed at Cambridge
Commercial Feature
Commercial Feature
Author and self-acceptance advocate Ro Mitchell: ‘There’s no shame in liking yourself’
Tara Buxton talks to Cambridge’s smell expert about the importance of challenging our olfactory aversions
Mary Anna Im speaks to Harriet Tyce about career risks and her time on the hit show
Rosalind Howell discusses self-talk, responsibility and perfectionism with Ro Mitchell
Oscar Delbourgo talks to the Petersfield Green Party about Polanski’s leadership and MP defections
Lucy Thomas talks to the outgoing editor of The Nation about his journalistic career
Vienna Kwan sits down with the Director of one of the UK’s most influential think tanks
Why Cambridge rocks
Research Roundup: Week Seven
Interview
Dhruv Shenai sits down with mathematician and youtuber Dr Tom Crawford to discuss why widening access is so important
Research Roundup
Lucy George and Asha Torczon cover some of the latest scientific research
Ana Cañadas Garcia explores the social, biological, and environmental factors that shape our food choices
Charlotte Phillips describes her experience conducting a field campaign in Antarctica
Yu Tong Lim helps crystallise the chemistry behind this magical phenomenon
My week of reels and rehabilitation
End-of-term horoscope
A tale of two cafés
Why do we worship London?
Feature
Freya Compton questions the supremacy of London as the go-to postgrad city
Emer Naylor Afram consults the cosmos to guide you through the rest of Lent
Trial + Error
It’s time to step outside of your tripos, argues Anastasia Prussakova
review
Blank Street and G’s Artisan Co go head-to-head in Ryan Vowles’ search for the best new café
Trial + Error
Lily Forster reflects on seven days without Instagram
Notebook
Ruby Randall questions if her volunteering may be more hypocritical than helpful
From pupil to poet
How misfired pottery hits the mark
When a gallery and exhibition harmonise
Where there’s a Will, there’s a way
Opinion
Ollie Liversedge takes comfort in the imperfection of ancient art
Review
Sophie Smout explores why the layout of poíēsis works so effectively
Interview
Rachel Jones speaks to the new generation of Cambridge bards
Review
Nyeleti Brauer-Maxaeia muses on the gallery’s latest exhibition
Emma Gower discusses why we should tell stories of Shakespeare’s life
Keeping AI out of your wardrobe
A Geek Girl’s guide to fashion
Feature
Molly Weston delves into the outlandish and intriguing history of New Romantic style
Opinion
Flossie Bullion argues that we should think twice before using AI to shape our personal style
Matilda Billinge encourages some of 2016′s boldest fashion choices to make their comeback
Feature
Arushi Dattani explores what we can learn about personal style from Netflix’s Geek Girl
Olivia Redman analyses the history and the impact of unique details on college gowns
Arushi Dattani and Ursula Rowe argue that fashion and politics are far from mutually exclusive: they are deeply intertwined
No Other Choice kills it
Feature
Varsity’s Film and TV section give you their opinions and predictions for the 98th Academy Awards
Review
Dylan Ingram reviews Park Chan-wook’s stylish, satirical thriller
Opinion
Charlotte Thomann argues that the show’s light-heartedness comes at the expense of those it claims to represent
Review
Ruby Redwood casts her eye on the new steamy adaptation of Brontë’s classic romance
Feature
Daniella Adetoye hears Cambridge student’s perspectives on the film review app Letterboxd
Watchlist
Heidi Lewis recommends the best (rom)coms for a happier Valentine’s
Pulling out all the stops for International Women’s Day
Help! My uncle’s a Swiftie!
From page to stave 
Feature
Classical music and literature are inextricably connected, says Anastasia Prussakova
Interview
Lauren Quinn discusses the power of amplifying the voice of female organists and composers with Magdalene College organ scholars Alice Smith and Amelia Parkin
Francis McCabe battles the twists and turns of music discovery: biases, surprises, ego death and all
Feature
Rohan Teelock-Gaya takes a look at how our similarities and differences in music can bring us together
Live Review
Suede show they’ve still got it at the Corn Exchange, as reviewed by Francis McCabe
Opinion
Millie Wooler questions whether it’s time to leave our phones at home before going to a gig
Principle, power, and pressure in Measure for Measure 
Lunatics and leisure centres 
Between the lines of Little Women
Footlights Spring Revue? Don’t Mind if I Do!
Interview
Dhyan Ruparel talks to the Tony and Olivier winning director about his illustrious career and return to the Arts Theatre
Preview
Shakespeare’s well-loved dark comedy gets a fresh take in a fresh space, says Lucy Farmer
Review
Parsiah Brandon looks back on the delightfully chaotic Corpus late show 4 stars
Preview
Nabiha Ali belives this production promises to be emotionally nuanced and fulfilling
Review
Catherine Wray praises this play’s stunning performances and compelling motifs
Preview
Barney Sayburn gives a glimpse of the performers and performances we can expect in this year’s showcase
Pizza, parkruns and purpose: training for the Cambridge Half-Marathon
Gown triumph a ‘big moment’ for Cambridge University boxing 
Captain’s corner: Varsity football special
Blues sweep aside Lincoln as promotion beckons
The Varsity Matches
Sam Ho and Ben Madden report on the dark blues’ double delight in the Varsity Matches
Francesca Evans tells the stories of student runners ahead of race day
Wilf Vall catches up with Blues football captain Deniz Ozer ahead of the blockbuster clash
Ben Madden reports as Cambridge were held to a last gasp draw against MK Dons
Ben Madden reports on a statement victory in the Blues’ title charge
Rhys Honey-Jones and Brodie Gibson report from the Union Chamber as Town and Gown trade blows
Calum Murray
Students should care more about tuition loans
Calum Murray argues that undergraduates need to stand with postgraduates against the increasingly unfair system