Ben Bryant reflects on Tolkien Reading Day: its founding, its practice and its legacy today for fans around the world.

Suddenly achieving the title of the highest-grossing animated film in history, Nezha 2’s rise in the global box office has been unprecedented. Shujiao Guo looks at the success of Nezha, and what it can tell us about the growing influence of internationalised Chnese culture.

Who would have thought that today’s sweet and romantic Valentine’s Day started with the execution of a Christian martyr?

The 27th of January marks the International Holocaust Memorial Day, a day of remembrance and commemoration, yet the crimes of the Nazi regime took place much closer to home than one might think. Aine Ray delves into the history of the Alderney Camps on the Channel Islands.

Gus Latcham explores the short reign of Harold Godwinson, his defeat at the Battle of Hastings, and the ramifications of the consequent Norman sovereignty on British history.

As the Chinese traditional calendar turns to 2025, this article explores how Chinese mythology diversifies traditional Western views of the Snake from a fearful character to a wise and crafty human companion, offering much better fortune for its upcoming year.

You’ve heard of Orwell and Hemingway – how about the others? Ivor Starkey explores Bristol’s memorialisation of its Spanish Civil War volunteers, and the legacy of the International Brigades more broadly.

Rowan Hulatt explores New Year’s traditions, old and new, and their origins.

You may be surprised to find out that a central part of a traditional Catalonian Christmas involves a small, ceramic figure depicting an individual defecating. Isabel Armstrong looks at Spain’s best and most unique Christmas tradition.

On the 13th of November, 1002 AD, King Æthelred II ordered the mass execution of all those in England who were deemed to be ‘Danes’. Gus Latcham explores the St. Brice’s Day Massacre, an often-forgotten genocide in English history.

Editor-In-Chief AJ Birt tells us about the conspirators behind the gunpowder plot. After all, Guy Fawkes wasn’t the only one involved

How Pedro Almodóvar pioneered a radical counterculture movement in the aftermath of one of Europe’s longest dictatorships.

Aine Ray explores the complexities of the memorial to the Concentration Camp at Vernet and the process of remembering the crimes of fascist collaborators during WW2 in the present day.

Michael Koy discusses the evolution of Hong Kong’s cuisine, tracing back to its colonial roots and examines the challenges it faces in the present amidst political instability and globalisation.

In this feature, Aeliya discusses the historical context behind the continuing violence taking place in Israel and Palestine.

Kaite Light explores the history of Anorexia Nervosa and the role that the government and media play in the rise and fall of eating disorders in contemporary society.

Milan provides a historical breakdown of the Chicken Tikka Masala, widely known to be Britain’s National dish. This article is written in collaboration with The Croft Magazine (Food), University of Bristol’s lifestyle magazine.

Often dismissed as a purely European enterprise, Charlie explores the true origins of techno, and how it has strayed far from its non-eurocentric origins.

Saiba provides a historical breakdown of the Yorkshire Pudding, one of Britain’s most loved side dish to pair with a Sunday roast. This article is written in collaboration with The Croft Magazine (Food), University of Bristol’s lifestyle magazine.