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Author Archives: Hayden Barnes

Hayden Barnes (he/him) is one of the Opinions section Senior Editors. Born in Bradford and schooled in Huddersfield, he spends his time in Oxford allegedly studying History but more often finding ways to avoid doing so.

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OVARY IT – Losing my Cycle, Losing Myself

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‘My menstrual cycle hates me and, honestly, the feeling is mutual.’

Love Letters: The Last One

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‘Perhaps I’m hoping that this column had that effect on someone: the same effect as a kind conversation during an essay crisis. ‘

Cowley Flavors: Mario’s

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‘Arrive hungry, order quickly, savor slowly, and have a small chat over espresso with the staff.’

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