Wednesday 24th June 2026

Opinion

The Oxford Union was never about free speech

A private members’ club audacious enough to promote itself as the “last bastion of free speech”, the Oxford Union is the embodiment of Oxford exclusivity and elitism. Founded by...

Oxford’s prestigious reputation deserves scrutiny

I was very close to rejecting Oxford for Exeter. While this is not why...

Who gets to build the future: On tech bros

While scrolling through social media, a video appeared on my feed titled “Remember who...

Gender is what you make of it

If you ever dare to become an audacious transsexual like me, you may have...

One thing I’d change about Oxford… Educating people

Daniel Villar calls for more versatile education in Oxford

The media must approach discussions about Haiti with more nuance

Tobi Thomas discusses how Haiti’s negative portrayal in news media ignores its historical legacy

Brexit: Saviour of European federalism?

Brexit could reboot the abandoned project of European federalism

One thing I’d change about Oxford… Homeless people

This week Will Dry observes the problem of homeless people in Oxford

Alternative, but not Right

James Lamming reflects on the alt-right movement and symbols of hate

Peace in Colombia not a one-man show

Daniel Villar argues that the Nobel Peace Prize should not have been given to Santos alone

Profile: Richard Dawkins

Clayton Stone meets Richard Dawkins at his home and talks God, Oxford and family in the modern world

The Myth of Momentum

In the modern age of radio talk shows, huge TV rights deals and more Sky Sports channels than one could ever dream of, pundits...

Interview: Jim Al-Khalili

Professor Al-Khalili on the enigmas of quantum biology, and why we should care

Fact or Fad?

The truth may be hard to swallow, but there's still no cheat method for a healthy lifestyle

Why does sport matter?

The world is a largely depressing place. With humans plagued by a chronic awareness of the futility of their own existence, it is a...

College rivalries: good for life at university?

Colin Donnelly argues that college rivalries are an important building block of the culture in Oxford, whereas Antonio Gottardello claims they are a relic from the past

Interview: Pamela Matson

Stanford's Dean of the School of Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences explains her visions for sustainable agriculture

An academic education isn’t everything

Academic and vocational qualifications should be treated as equals

Profile: Amara Konneh

Fortune has not always worked in Mr Konneh’s favour. Born on a mud floor in the twilight years of a peaceful Liberia, his family...

Profile: Randall Kennedy

Daniel Kodsi talks to Harvard Law School professor Randall Kennedy about racial optimism, solidarity, and justice

Why Science Must Not be Left to the Scientists

Josephine Pepper argues for greater cooperation between science and journalism, as Cherwell launches its new science section

Corbyn doesn’t want to unite Labour, but moderates must surrender

Louis McEvoy reflects on Jeremy Corbyn's leadership of the Labour Party as the announcement of the party's new leader approaches

Profile: Laurence Tribe

Daniel Kodsi interviews the constitutional scholar about his constitutional philosophy, equal human dignity, and contemporary politics

Reflecting on 9/11: a promise

On the fifteenth anniversary of 9/11, Daniel Kodsi considers how far we've really come

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