Third-year loses ear in Metro attack
Third year Sociology student, William Conway, had part of his ear bitten off after being viciously attacked on the metro, whilst defending an elderly female passenger who was being verbally abused. The offender is yet to be caught.
Cryer pleads ‘not guilty’ as Twitter saga continues
Newcastle Law student, Josh Cryer, denies public order charges against him at Newcastle Magistrates Court. Cryer is accused on sending racist tweets to football pundit Stan Collymore and a second trial date has been set for April 2.
Memes satire tickles campus’ funny bone
Hilarious Newcastle Memes have become the latest Facebook phenomenon to spread across Newcastle, with students sharing inside University jokes and satirising the rivalry between Newcastle and Northumbria. Despite being around for only a fortnight the Facebook page has already attracted over 2000 ‘likes’.
Deluge Hitler parody banned by council
Legends nightclub forced to remove ‘outrageous’ video clip advertising Deluge’s Wednesday night
PM wants tougher stance on North East drinking
Cameron visits Newcastle and urges for stricter rules governing the selling of alcohol across the city
Duo display purée determination
Newcastle students experience pureed food diet to raise awareness about bodily motor issues
Government abandons initial plans to fine students for early loan repayments
Wills Robinson discusses the Government’s proposals to allow students to repay loans early without fines
