News / Medics Varsity 2026 Cancelled
Gair Rhydd understands that it is due to a dispute regarding entry fees. Cardiff and Bristol Universities were due to face each other on the 21st of November.
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Some reflections on how Gair Rhydd has started the year
News / Leaked Survey says Just 30 Percent of Staff have Positive View of University Leadership
An internal staff survey conducted by Cardiff University reveals shockingly low levels of trust in senior leadership
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All newsLeaked Survey says Just 30 Percent of Staff have Positive View of University Leadership
An internal staff survey conducted by Cardiff University reveals shockingly low levels of trust in senior leadership
Cardiff’s Russell Group Status Comes into Question as Research Hours Halved
Cardiff University made the decision to slice staff’s yearly allocated research hours in half at the start of this academic year
Culture
All culture“It’s called fashion, look it up.”: the It’s Called Ffasiwn exhibition at the National Museum
A compelling review of It's Called Ffaswin
Rate My Study Spot!
Find the best study spot suited to you, by Jaydn Taylor
Balloon Girl: How High Is Too High?
A review of Balloon Girl, premiered at Sherman Theatre
Day in the Life: Academics Optional, Hockey Mandatory
Interested in what the President of a society gets up to? Have a read and find out!
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Oes gwerth mewn gradd?
Beth yw’r atyniad i fynd i’r brifysgol, ac a yw’n werth chweil?
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How much does protection justify limiting a freedom?
This article analyses how the 2nd amendment affects individual rights in the US and how the UK has already answered questions around gun violence.
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All opinionA Note From the Editor
Some reflections on how Gair Rhydd has started the year
A Patchy Situationship with the BBC
Felix Randall discusses the trials and tribulations of the BBC and the consequences of staying neutral
Garvaghy Road: A Battle For Culture Or A Return To Conflict?
The Troubles ended before many of us were born, yet their effects feel closer than ever. Aimee McGeary reflects on Drumcree, culture, and the fear of history repeating
How Hinge Is Reshaping How We Date?
Online dating is efficient, controlled and endless. Gabriella Camatta looks at what swiping has changed about how we meet, and what might be missing
Is Satire A Distraction or Driver for Change?
From Saltburn to The White Lotus, mocking the 1% has become big business. A look at whether satire spurs us to act or simply lets us escape
The Hidden Cost Of The M&S Cookie Craze
From viral cookie videos to underdiagnosed PCOS, Keeley Powell asks whether the way we market sugary food is putting our health at risk
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Wales on the Verge of World Cup Qualification after Victory over Albania
After victory over Albania, Wales are within reach of the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. Only Norway stand between themselves and qualification.
Nations Championship 2026: is Wales Ready for Redemption?
The Nations Championship is nearly upon us. Steve Tandy's side will be looking to impress.
Wales Endure Heavy Defeats in First Women’s Rugby League World Cup Appearance
A difficult first outing for Wales Women at the Rugby League World Cup.
A Cardiff Crisis?
It has not been the smoothest start to 2026/2027 for the Bluebirds. However, are their fortunes on the up?