As part of Orbital’s collaboration with the FCO, we are thrilled to introduce you to James Reynolds. James will be working with us to help educate students about remaining safe when travelling abroad.

On Friday, fears of World War 3 were ignited across the globe merely a few days into 2020. Kaelin Dignam suggests why global conflict is not likely to be a possibility in the near future.

Kaelin Dignam reports on the upcoming 70th anniversary of NATO.

Two days ago the day this article was written the University and College Union announced eight days of strike starting this month, which will affect 60 universities across the country including Royal Holloway. The strike will take action between Monday 25th of November to Wednesday 4th of December. The action has been called in response […]

39 people, now revealed to be Chinese migrants, have been found dead in the back of a lorry in Essex.

Rachel Hains shares some of the submissions she has received from various members of staff striking in the UCU dispute for pensions and working conditions.

Natasha Mae interviews Isaac Kenyon, Royal Holloway alumni on how he is taking life by storm and inspiring challenge in the lives of others.

Shay Gray explains, from personal experience, the importance of taking care of your mental health at University. Warning: this article discusses topics of anxiety attacks and suicidal ideation. Let’s not sugar coat it: University is kind of scary. You’re away from your family and living alone for quite possibly the first time in your life, […]

With a General Election approaching on December 12 Orbital and the Students’ Union have teamed up to remind you to vote!

Rachel Hains explains some of the changes coming to Orbital as a result of the SU’s decision to declare a climate emergency and how you can help.

As the new term starts, Bridget O’Sullivan discusses the difficulties of the post-Christmas blues.

Rachel Hains recounts her time at the SPA Regional conference, and why she believes journalism has a bright future ahead.

Tiger-Lily Goldsmith discusses the sudden rise in weird and wonderful alternative advent calendars.

Bridget O’Sullivan explains why you shouldn’t let the Holiday Blues get you down this festive season.

Daniel Woolley explains how, by using gaming, we are bringing to light the societies around the world that lack the democratic freedoms we demonstrate.

Have you been binge-watching ‘Queer Eye’ and desperately scrambling to find the answer to the age-old question: if one of these men was a Royal Holloway University accommodation, which one would he be? Well, look no further than this fool-proof guide to which ‘Queer Eye’ guy is your accommodation. Founders Hall – Jonathan Van Ness […]

Emma Hughes offers an insight into the evolution of ‘dressing for success’. Through historical examples, Emma explains why you should also consider upgrading your wardrobe this autumn.

Popular social media giant Snapchat has gone down during an extremely problematic month as it faces frequent issues.

As the days get shorter and colder, Tom Rusbridge explores the possible positive impact of converting to a Mediterranean diet this autumn.

Whether it’s due to students burning their food, showering with their door open, smoking in the lifts or even, recently, spraying deodorant into a sensor.

Saskia Leach reviews MTS’s second production of the year.

Jamie Woods recaps the past seasons of Mr Robot whilst exploring why more people should be watching.

Saskia Leach offers her take on MTS’s first main term show of the
year.

From 2003 until 2010 the Australian journalist Michael Ware was based in Iraq as he reported on the war for Time Magazine. He compiled his film into a documentary which was released in 2015 called Only The Dead. Despite being four years old this documentary is still as poignant as it is harrowing and as tensions and conflicts continue in the Middle East Ware’s exploration of war is as resonant as ever.

Alex Whiteman takes a closer look at two of 2019’s most popular releases, and explores the similarities between the most famous killer clown in fiction, and a goose.

Natasha Mae interviews Dom Brown, on his role as VP Sport at Royal Holloway, and why joining a Sport or Society is an important part of experiencing University.

As the curtain rises on another year, Eleanor rutter explains why you should get your tights on.

Niamh Smith explains why university hockey is much more than your school days taught you.

Florence Roberts explains why it is time to lock and load with Humans VS. Zombies.

Jamie Woods tells us why this is the year people should be joining insanity radio.

Alex Whiteman explores why Google Stadia was a failure, and what direction cloud-based streaming can take in the future.

Daniel Woolley explains how, by using gaming, we are bringing to light the societies around the world that lack the democratic freedoms we demonstrate.

WARNING: There may be spoilers in this article. If you have not seen the film yet, I suggest you do not read this until you have.

Alex Whiteman takes a closer look at two of 2019’s most popular releases, and explores the similarities between the most famous killer clown in fiction, and a goose.

Tiger-Lily Goldsmith explores some of the reasons it has been so long since man set foot on the moon.