Column: Only light can drive out darkness
We’ve all heard the term “hate breeds hate” and when Darren Osborne was convicted for 43 years last week this phrase was confirmed. I followed the trial closely as I wanted to understand this man’s...
View ArticleColumn: Redundancy: it’s not the end of the world!
Last year I was made redundant for the third time in four years.
View ArticleAnd the ‘Teddy Bear’ was born
America has always laid claim to being the birthplace of the “Teddy Bear”.
View ArticleSimmsey column: Stop those nonsense rumours over Zack Fitzgerald!
Another three games in five days – can the Steelers win them all as they did last week?
View ArticleEducation column: Young people should not have to deal with student debts of...
Students in Sheffield schools who are thinking about heading off to university in a few years may be given heart by Theresa May’s announcement of a review of fees and funding.
View ArticleFavourite Things
The last three years have arguably been the most successful in the 20 year history of Ecclesall Road’s Nonnas. The Italian has won national awards, been completely re-modelled and even attracted a...
View ArticleColumn: New hope for the Great Barrier Reed
University of Sheffield researchers identify corals less vulnerable to damage
View ArticleColumn: Meet the 10 year old philosophers
Imagine a year six class in a Sheffield primary school. Mixed ability children from diverse backgrounds are looking at some graffiti images with their teacher. The one they choose shows a telescope and...
View ArticleColumn: Self-harm is a coping mechanism when life becomes overwhelming
Fans of the soap opera Hollyoaks will be familiar with the character of Lily Drinkwell who cuts her arms when life feels overwhelming. This is a story that is becoming more common as the numbers of...
View ArticleColumn: We must work together to achieve the best possible future for our city
A year ago, the leaders of Sheffield’s three biggest anchor institutions – its two universities and its hospital trust – brought together guests from across the region for a special purpose.
View ArticleNorthern Lights: Fascinating works from one of most important artists are...
In February 2019, twelve drawings by Leonardo da Vinci selected from the Royal Collection will come to Sheffield as part of a major nationwide exhibition marking the 500th anniversary of the artist’s...
View ArticleCOLUMN: Alarming figures for fixed-term exclusions at Sheffield schools
Fixed-term exclusions are being used far too frequently as a punishment by many Sheffield secondary schools.
View ArticleEducation: Sheffield primary schools are rushing to become academies out of fear
Meetings are taking place at several Sheffield primary schools to discuss their path towards academisation – and many are making the move for the wrong reasons.
View ArticleSimmsey column: This is not the time to look for Sheffield Steelers scapegoats
There have been years when I’ve walked into a Steelers’ dressing room and looked at a certain player (or two) and thought – not keen on you, son – you’re not giving me everything – you’re cheating me...
View ArticleEducation column: Community safety comes before learning in classes in bad...
Last week was a tough one for Sheffield schools, just as it was for many across the country.
View ArticleNorthern Lights: The four key secrets to curating a successful city centre...
As I write this column, Toys R Us and Maplin have both run out of cash and gone into administration. There are rumours about some other retailers that are in trouble. All of this has led to another...
View ArticleColumn: Equality vision still a pipe dream
With its roots set in early 20th century women’s activism and subsequent take up by the Unite Nations, International Women’s Day provides us all with an opportunity to reflect and put the spotlight on...
View ArticleHEALTH: Do the bathroom scales tell lies?
When it comes to ‘losing weight’ for years we have been told that the only way to monitor progress is by jumping on the bathroom scales.
View ArticleMY FAVOURITE THINGS: Mik Garnock-Jones talks about his Sheffield’s passions
Mike Garnock-Jones is director of the Higher Education Progression Partnership (HEPP) and is just celebrating the anniversary of his first year in this new role.
View ArticleCOLUMN: How could I have cancer?
March is prostate cancer awareness month, which highlights the most common cancer in men.
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