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Barney Pite Feb 14, 2026 4 min read
Being Single on Valentine’s Day

“I am not bitter. I am evolved. When I see happy couples on the street, I only have a minor, natural, inclination to spit at…

How Loft Beds Help Kids Create Their Own Special Space

Barney Pite Feb 14, 2026 4 min read
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Every child wants a bedroom that feels like their own. It is a place to sleep, play, learn, and relax. But when rooms are small,…

Lady Grinning Soul: Who Backs the Bands? Ireland’s BIA Scheme

Barney Pite Feb 13, 2026 7 min read
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“Art sectors have become unrecognisable in the past half-decade with the reinvigoration of DIY production, but also with the widespread closures of live music venues…

Oxford Student Union Election Results Announced for 2026

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Voting in the Oxford Student Union elections has finished following three days of online ballots open to all matriculated students. The elections, held between 9…

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