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Sheffield among twelve British universities accused of monitoring student activism via private intelligence firm

The University of Sheffield has been named in an investigation as one of twelve British universities found to have hired an intelligence firm to “spy” on student activists and...

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Student Union Officer Elections 2026 – Live Results!

Keep an eye on this page from 7:30pm tonight (Friday 6th March) to find out your 2026/2027 SU Officer Team! Ayush Soni has been elected...

Meet your Wellbeing and Sports Officer Candidate: Prateek “Peaky” Dubey

Forge Press sat down with Prateek Dubey who is running for the role of Wellbeing and Sport officer in this year’s Student Union Officer...

Meet your International and Welfare Officer Candidate: Ish

Forge Press sat down with Ish, who is running for the role of International and Welfare Officer in this year’s Student Union officer elections. When...

Meet your International and Welfare Officer Candidate: Sana Memon

Forge Press sat down with Sana Memon, who is running for the role of International and Welfare Officer in this year’s Student Union Officer...

Is Gym Culture Replacing the Traditional Student Night Out?

Between rising prices, mental health awareness, and smartwatch-tracked hangovers, Gen Z is trading sticky club dancefloors for run clubs and earlier bedtimes - forcing nightlife to adapt before it dies out completely.

Are Charity Shops Becoming the New Student High Street?

As fast fashion's environmental cost reaches a boiling point, charity shops have transformed from a budget necessity into a sustainable badge of honour. But with online resale platforms threatening the quality of high-street donations, can charity shops keep their reputation as the ultimate guilt-free shopping experience?

Do We Rely Too Heavily on University Group Chats?

Are university group chats actually helping us make real friends, or have we become so reliant on screen-time that we've forgotten how to connect in person?

A Legacy Forged in Steel: Richard Caborn on Mandela, New Labour, and the Spirit of 2012

When did we last truly feel proud to be British? For many, the answer is 2012, a year when Olympic fever gripped and united the...

We Don’t Need To Know What’s On Your Tiktok ‘For You’ Page, Stranger

An opinion piece about audio/video playing on public transport.

Fish, Chips and Farage: Reflecting on Clacton

An opinion piece on Nigel Farage's campaign in Clacton.

BYC Edinburgh Fringe Review

A review of the Edinburgh Fringe told from the perspective of a member of Barnsley Youth Choir (BYC).

There Is Nothing Quite Like The Fringe

A review of the Edinburgh Fringe.

The Neuroscience Behind Optical Illusions

Your eyes believe the most important thing in the world is edge detection. This is the process of noticing contrast between two colours, in...

The discovery of K2-18b: what does it mean for the future of cosmic exploration?

Last month, the media was abuzz with claims of the ‘strongest evidence yet’ for life having been found on the extrasolar planet, K2-18b. NASA’s...

Opinion: Down to Earth? Hardly.

Katy Perry, international popstar and celebrity, recently made headlines after she and five other women took to orbit in one of the first ‘space...

How do you effectively communicate science?

One often overlooked aspect of science and research is how best to communicate it, otherwise known as the subject of science communication. Whilst getting...

How to get involved with arts and theatre at Uni

Sheffield's theatre scene is just as thriving within the university as outside of it, and you’ve got plenty of opportunities to get involved in all kinds of shows. Here’s some of what’s available this semester…

Guide to all upcoming society auditions for semester 1

Sheffield societies are going full-swing into their upcoming showcases and competitions, with auditions starting as early as freshers week. Here’s everything you need to know:

Where to staycation around Sheffield for day-breaks on a budget 

It’s no secret that uni life is demanding. After the studying, clubbing, societies and life admin, it’s easy to feel drained at the end...

Mythbusting: the fantasy of first year being the best year of your life

We’ve all heard that phrase countless times. Whether that be from family members, friends, or current university students, we all know exactly what I’m...

The 2026 Music Festival Roundup

Framed by the UK’s hottest summer on record, 2026 was huge for the festival scene, showcasing some of the most talked-about names in the...

Star Trek at 60: On the True Spirit of Science Fiction

It was once the case that science fiction was an intellectual art form, pioneered by those interested in telling thought-provoking stories about the future...

World Cinema Heads to Sheffield with the BFI London Film Festival

Sheffield film fans will get the chance to experience some of the world’s newest cinema without leaving the city this October, as the Showroom...

Tony: Bourdain’s Origin Story Packs a Punch

Matt Johnson’s biopic Tony follows a young Anthony Bourdain, played by Dominic Sessa, as he spends a drug-filled, somewhat violent summer in Provincetown, New...

A Fresher’s Guide to Sport at Sheffield

Read on for your go-to sports guide to the University of Sheffield.

Late Jiménez goal leaves Blades stunned

A cagey affair at Bramall Lane could have seen the points go either way, before Wolves’ Mexican striker came off the bench to tap home at the back post.

Interview with Rowan Campbell-Pilling: Meet the GB3 driver showing up for Sheffield both on and off the racetrack.

Home in Sheffield between races, 19 year old GB3 driver Rowan Campbell-Pilling spoke to Forge Press about his recent racing success and contributions to...

“Sheffield’s next adopted son” Wu Yize becomes youngest World Champion since Hendry

Wu Yize was crowned World Snooker Champion at the Crucible after defeating Shaun Murphy in the deciding frame.