A New Take

Review: Daft Punk – Random Access Memories

Ted Winder — Sun, 19 May 2013 10:26:59 +0000

Daft Punk's first album in eight years is a satisfyingly eclectic piece of art that draws on the talents of some of today's most prolific producers and DJs. But it certainly won't please everyone, writes Ted Winder.

Squashing the Butterflies: How to Deal with Nerves

Izzy Nicol — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:51:44 +0000

Exam season is upon us, and nerves are inevitably in abundance. Izzy Nicol shares her guide to dealing with them — no Dutch courage required!

Briefly: EU What?

A New Take — Sun, 12 May 2013 11:00:19 +0000

Debate over the UK's continued membership of the European Union is complex and intense. A Times poll suggests that a majority of the public would vote to leave in a referendum — but will that ever happen? Vote in the poll here.

Briefly: The Politician’s Husband

Ted Winder — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:50:40 +0000

Slightly suspect dirty blond hair aside, David Tennant's performance in this new BBC Two political drama is energetic and emotional — but will the series be a breakthrough or just another low-key British flop?

Suarez: A Liverpool Fan’s Perspective

Ted Winder — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:48:52 +0000

Nobody with an ounce of knowledge about football would dare question Luis Suarez's ability as a player. But at his current rate of regular incidents, is he worth it to the club? Alex Gash isn't so sure.

Briefly: Feeding the Monster

Ted Winder — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 13:00:13 +0000

The laissez-faire attitude to journalism on social media together with overly dramatic television coverage only serves to undermine a nation's resistance to terrorism.

Doctor Who: 50 Years of the Timeless Time Lord

Ted Winder — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:19:41 +0000

On 23rd November 1963, William Hartnell was first introduced into the living rooms of the British public as 'The Doctor'. 11 regenerations, 33 series, 791 episodes and 1 TV film later, the show has reached its 50th birthday and displays no sign of slowing down, writes Jess Pritchard.

Review: Paramore – Paramore

Charlie Pearson — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:18:47 +0000

With a new 'refined' line up and change of musical direction, Paramore have released arguably their best album to date, writes Charlie Pearson.

Review: Trance

Ted Winder — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:36:27 +0000

Danny Boyle's latest psychological thriller is a dark and deceitful exploration of memory, subconscious and dishonesty, littered with audacious twists and mesmerising visuals. Ted Winder reviews Trance.

Kindness Comes From the Heart, Not the Sky

Ted Winder — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 19:11:12 +0000

Every person on this planet is a person just like every other, and they each deserve to be treated with the same respect and kindness. Faith is not a guarantee of goodness, just as a lack of faith is not a requisite for evil, writes Ted Winder.