‘Soviet Core:’ Exploiting Trauma through Aestheticisation
By diffusing this romanticised vision of Russia and its Soviet past, we strengthen Russia’s international image and with it, its cultural impact.
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Fine Print: Is Your MP a Psychopath?
'It may be too extreme to suggest that many of our MPs are psychopaths, some are just plain selfish, but there may potentially be a few that linger.'
Editor's Note - Issue 31
Barty Roberts, Editor-in-Chief, BA Politics and International Relations 03/02/2025
Elections are back next term - and with the return of polling we can also expect the return of some of the nastier side of SOAS politics. Last year’s elections were marked by disqualifications, intimidation and general vapidity.
Roaming Reporter: Muslim Students Speak Out
Jacob Winter, Senior Staff Writer, BA Politics and International Relations 03/02/2025
SOAS is almost unique amongst British universities in how prominent its Muslim students are. Islam is the single most adhered to religion at SOAS, with 31% of its students declaring itself to be Muslim in 2021/22.
Europe’s Most Pro-Palestinian State? Irish Policy Towards Palestine Since October 2023
'UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese recommended that Ireland should match their policies to their rhetoric, increase humanitarian aid, and emphasised continuing pro-Palestine activism in Ireland.'
South Korea - Martial Law, Impeachment and Arrest Warrant for President
'The President’s announcement has
sparked widespread concern and fear.'
Apple Facing Legal Scrutiny Over DRC Conflict Minerals
"Macs, iPhones, and other Apple products are tainted by the blood of the Congolese people" claims the DRC's legal team.