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Is Burnham’s EU pledge the real deal?
When Andy Burnham told the Labour party conference that Brexit had “done more harm than good”, he wanted the British public to realise, here, finally, was a man of sincerity. Indeed, Burnham’s leadership has seen Labour boosted in the polls; some have called it the “Burnham Bounce.” But ...
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Emeli Sandé on Scotland and Soul Ahead of Upcoming Tour
After performing a beautiful, but whirlwind, set of her greatest hits at Radio Two in the Park, Brig sat down with the star. The post Emeli Sandé on Scotland and Soul Ahead of Upcoming Tour appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
What Can we Learn About Student Activism from the Protests in France?
Following the nationwide protests across France, what can we learn about the importance of student activism today? The post What Can we Learn About Student Activism from the Protests in France? appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
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Meet The Stirling Student Caught in the Middle of the French Protests
The protests carried out by French high school students may feel distant for those in Scotland, but for the University of Stirling students who chose to spend a year in France as an English language assistant in schools, the issue is close to home. The students are protesting against what they feel ...
The Celebrity Traitors are Making the Series Boring
The success of The Celebrity Traitors is clear but is the traitors' reluctance to murder making this series more boring than the last? The post The Celebrity Traitors are Making the Series Boring appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling Climate Festival to return to campus
The Stirling Climate Festival will be returning this year from October 19 until 24, with free student-led events taking place across campus and Stirling. Focused on all things sustainability, the week will kick off on October 19 with a stalls event in the Atrium on campus from 11am to 4pm. Gabi Bram...
Food Spotlight: Saffron & Clay
The newly opened Saffron & Clay was an absolute pleasure to visit this weekend and is a must if you are in the Stirling area! Saffron & Clay is a café in Stirling that offers a range of food and drinks; however, what makes this place truly special is that they offer pottery painting. The po...
World Mental Health Day: what it means to me, and how it will be different for you
World Mental Health Day 2026 is today, 10 October, so it feels right for now to be the time to talk about mental health in students, and mostly share my own experience with it in the hopes of helping just at least one person that reads this; student or not. My own experience with mental health, both...
Ted Lasso Season 4 Review: Believe and Change ★★★☆☆
Hear Brig's thoughts as Ted return to AFC Richmond to coach the brand new Lady Greyhounds in season 4 of Apple TV's Ted Lasso. The post Ted Lasso Season 4 Review: Believe and Change ★★★☆☆ appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Olivia Rodrigo Joins Heart Research UK’s Anonymous Art Auction
Grammy Award-winning singer Olivia Rodrigo has joined Heart Research UK’s anonymous heART project, contributing four illustrations to an art auction raising funds for heart health research. The project sees artists from around the world donate artwork for an online auction, with their identities k...
Nextbike Service Abruptly Leaving Stirling After Three Years
The Nextbike Stirling scheme is ending on Sunday 11 October, after three years of providing bike travel to Stirling students and residents. The post Nextbike Service Abruptly Leaving Stirling After Three Years appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Scotland’s First Queer Book Festival Arrives in Stirling
OUT: Scotland’s Queer Book Festival is coming to Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum on Saturday, 17 October, with award winning poet and novelist Jackie Kay set to headline. The festival aims to celebrate and uplift the works of LGBTQ+ authors, poets, and writers. The post Scotland’s First Qu...
Premature superbly teaches us all how impactful our decisions are for everyone around us
Premature is a film with a perfect length that was relatable and personable. The post Premature superbly teaches us all how impactful our decisions are for everyone around us appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Holyrood Debate Descends into Chaos Over Burqa Ban
Tensions rose in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday as Reform UK’s deputy leader in Scotland, Thomas Kerr, called for a ban on face coverings, including the burqa. The post Holyrood Debate Descends into Chaos Over Burqa Ban appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
New cycle path part of project to improve Uni Active Travel options
On Monday, work began on the most recent stage of Stirling’s active travel plan, linking Wallace High School with Bridge of Allan. Like earlier cycle lane construction projects in the city, costs are expected to be covered by Transport Scotland’s Active Travel Infrastructure fund. Work will take...
Devolution is Under Attack: Here’s why
Why the fixture of Scottish politics is beginning to unravel
The post Devolution is Under Attack: Here’s why appeared first on Brig Newspaper.
Scottish Fish and Chip Awards 2026 nominations named - is your local chippy on list?
Find out if your favourite chippy has been nominated.
Cosy and spooky Autumn book recommendations- psychological thriller and romance coded
Starting University can be daunting, and sometimes you just want to escape into a good book. Here are a few Autumn must-reads to get you in the mood for cosy, spooky season by Emma from Brig. Most of these books are psychological thriller and romance coded! 1. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn It’s a cla...
Writing tips from Scotland’s Bloody Festival authors Cai Jun and Yrsa Sigurdardottir
Brig writer Emma attended the Bloody Scotland Festival at the Albert Halls on Sunday 20 September. Emma was able to meet Cai Jun, China’s top horror writer, alongside accomplished Icelandic crime author Yrsa Sigurdardottir. Both authors share tips about writing and their biggest accomplishments. T...
Refurb on demolished Stirling clock to be completed next year after £890k spend
Locals and politicians reacted with outcry when footage of the historic Christie Clock being ripped down emerged in 2023.