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ΗΠΑ: Η βουλευτής της Γενιάς Ζ που φοβάται κάθε Δημοκρατικός του πολιτικού κατεστημένου
Είναι μία από τις πιο πολυσυζητημένες Δημοκρατικές που κατευθύνονται προς την Ουάσιγκτον μετά τη συντριπτική ήττα των Ρεπουμπλικανών στις ενδιάμεσες εκλογές, η οποία έσπασε κάθε προηγούμενο ρεκόρ. Είναι επίσης η πρώτη γυναίκα της Γενιάς Ζ που εισέρχεται στο Κογκρέσο, με την υπόσχεση να φέρει λίγη νεανική πνοή στο κόμμα. Η Μελάτ Κίρος, 29 ετών, αντιπροσωπεύει όλα όσα φοβούνται οι κεντρώοι Δημοκρατικοί για το μέλλον του κόμματός τους.
Director Michael Mann taken to hospital after shooting himself in leg
Movie director Michael Mann accidentally shot himself in the leg at a gun range on the weekend.Photo: Willy Sanjuan / AP Just In 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am United States The Hollywood director Michael Mann has been taken to hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the leg in Los Angeles on Sunday. His gun went off while in its holster during target practice at a gun range in the west of the city.
ΗΠΑ: Πώς ο Τραμπ προετοιμάζεται να ισχυριστεί ότι οι ενδιάμεσες εκλογές ήταν στημένες
Ο Πρόεδρος Τραμπ κατηγορείται ότι προετοιμάζει το έδαφος για να απαξιώσει τα αποτελέσματα των ενδιάμεσων εκλογών του επόμενου μήνα, καθώς οι Δημοκρατικοί εμφανίζονται ολοένα και πιο βέβαιοι ότι θα ανακτήσουν και τα δύο σώματα του Κογκρέσου.
My triumphal arch will be stronghold for military, says Trump
Max Kendix|Times Newspapers September 21, 2026 • 12:00pm The vast grassy area on Memorial Circle between the Lincoln Memorial, far back, and Arlington National Cemetery, shows the future site of the Triumphal Arch and Military Observation Deck.Photo: Manuel Balce Ceneta / AP United States President Donald Trump has said his triumphal arch in Washington will also be a “top-grade military complex” housing drones and snipers.
Τραμπ: Η Αψίδα του Θριάμβου μου θα λειτουργεί και ως στρατιωτικό οχυρό
Ο πρόεδρος Τραμπ δήλωσε ότι η Αψίδα του Θριάμβου που σχεδιάζει να ανεγείρει στην Ουάσιγκτον θα λειτουργεί παράλληλα ως «υπερσύγχρονο στρατιωτικό συγκρότημα», όπου θα φιλοξενούνται drones και ελεύθεροι σκοπευτές.
Οι ΗΠΑ δεν μπορούν να είναι "υποτελείς" στο Ισραήλ, δηλώνει ο Βανς
Ο Τζέι Ντι Βανς τόνισε ότι οι ΗΠΑ δεν μπορούν να υποτάσσουν την εξωτερική τους πολιτική στις επιδιώξεις του Ισραήλ, εν μέσω της αυξανόμενης δυσφορίας που καταγράφεται στους κόλπους του κινήματος MAGA σχετικά με την υποστήριξη προς τη χώρα.
ΗΠΑ: Ο Λευκός Οίκος εξοργίζεται για αιχμή σχετικά με τη "στενότερη συνεργάτιδα" του Τραμπ
Ο Λευκός Οίκος επιτέθηκε σε κορυφαίο Δημοκρατικό, αφού εκείνος στοχοποίησε μια συνεργάτιδα του προέδρου Τραμπ, γνωστή ως ο «ανθρώπινος εκτυπωτής» του.
Zelenskyy thanks Trump in ‘positive’ talks on Ukraine
“The president and I discussed licences for Patriot interceptor production and several other ideas that could help. We also spoke about diplomacy – it’s important that the diplomatic process be reinvigorated. Our teams will arrange the details of their further communication. I am grateful to the United States for its firm support.” Plans for Ukraine to use US technology to make its own missile interceptors were first announced at the Nato summit in Ankara earlier this month.
'He loves blowing stuff up' - how Lindsey Graham pushed Trump on Iran
In this file photo, President Donald Trump, left, exits Air Force One with Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., Feb. 28, 2020, on arrival to North Charleston, S.C., where he will attend a campaign rally.Photo: Jacquelyn Martin / AP Lindsey Graham worried that President Trump was letting Iran "slip away" by trying to strike a peace deal, in new footage of the late senator revealing his intimate involvement in negotiations over the war.
ΗΠΑ: Ο Τραμπ αναζωπυρώνει τον εμπορικό πόλεμο, καθώς απειλεί τους συμμάχους με δασμούς
Ο Πρόεδρος Τραμπ ανανέωσε τον εμπορικό του πόλεμο με δεκάδες χώρες, συμπεριλαμβανομένου του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου, με ένα σχέδιο επιβολής εκ νέου δασμών μεταξύ 10 τοις εκατό και 12,5 τοις εκατό. Μήνες έντονων πιέσεων και διπλωματικών προσπαθειών από τις 60 πληττόμενες χώρες που ζητούσαν την άρση του δασμολογικού συντελεστή φαίνεται πως δεν απέδωσαν, παρά τις εκκλήσεις ορισμένων προσώπων κοντά στον πρόεδρο για μείωση των τιμών πριν από τις ενδιάμεσες εκλογές τον Νοέμβριο.
Θα υποδεχθεί ο Λευκός Οίκος ένθερμα τον Μπέρναμ;
Καθώς ο σερ Κιρ Στάρμερ εισερχόταν στις τελευταίες εβδομάδες της πρωθυπουργίας του, ο άνθρωπος που είχε επί δύο χρόνια αδιάκοπα προσπαθήσει να προσεταιριστεί είχε ήδη προχωρήσει παρακάτω. Σε ένα τηλεφώνημα με τον Νάιτζελ Φάρατζ, πηγές αναφέρουν ότι ο πρόεδρος Τραμπ συνεχάρη τον ηγέτη του κόμματος Reform για την πρόσφατη επιτυχία του, πιστεύοντας ότι το πολιτικό χάος σήμαινε πως ο φίλος του θα μπορούσε να βρίσκεται στον δρόμο για την Ντάουνινγκ Στριτ 10.
Melted ice cream and a ‘sex pest’ Uncle Sam
People attend the Great American State Fair, as seen from the top of the ferris wheel, on the National Mall.Jacquelyn Martin / AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin United States It is 11am on a blindingly hot Wednesday in Washington DC and Leo Terrell is having a tough morning. The Department of Justice lawyer had been asked to give a speech about religious freedom to crowds gathered on the National Mall. The trouble is, only a dozen people turned up to listen - and half of them worked for him.
Starmer braced for leadership battle with Burnham
While Labour politics remaains in turmoil in Britain, Larry the cat, Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office continues his work at 10 Downing Street in London.Thomas Krych / AP Britain Andy Burnham has begun the first step of his campaign to remove Sir Keir Starmer from power as pressure mounts from cabinet ministers for the prime minister to set out a timeline for his departure.
Labour ‘pulling up the drawbridge’ on private education
Labour has been accused of “pulling up the drawbridge” on parents as new research shows that one in five of its candidates attended fee-paying schools. Many of Labour’s candidates went to some of Britain’s most elite schools, analysis by The Times shows, as the party plans to introduce a 20 per cent charge on fees. Greg Hands, the business minister, said it showed “a typical hypocrisy from Labour who are pulling up the drawbridge on aspirational parents who want the best for their children”.
Revealed: The state of NHS Scotland in six charts
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Find the easiest module for your subject (updated for 2022!)
By Thomas Simpson, Max Kendix, Theo Burman, Lilith Foster-Collins, Emily Doughty and Waseem Mohamed Palatinate has used Freedom of Information requests to put together a handy table below, where you can find the modules of 2022, 2020, 2019 and 2018 with the highest levels of Firsts and 2:1s, as well as the average mark. You can search by subject, module code or module title, and filter by subject or level.
Fygone: the story of the failed start-up
By Max Kendix, Sarah Matthews and Daniel Hodgson For many students in Durham, it was a breath of fresh air. An innovative app that would apply student discounts automatically. We are used to presenting codes or cards, or asking for that 10% off advertised on the window, but Fygo had thought to make the whole process smoother. It meant cheaper bills in Durham’s collection of independent businesses and restaurants, and in no time, students found their cashback racking up in-app.
‘I feel guilty to be safe’
Posted Friday 18th June 2021 / Text By Max Kendix Photography © Theo McInnes After surviving war and finding a way out, Gazan students speak about the experience of studying in Britain, their guilt, family, and the future of Palestine. After surviving war and finding a way out, Gazan students speak about the experience of studying in Britain, their guilt, family, and the future of Palestine.
Durham University worst Covid-19 rate for universities in UK, despite fall in cases
By Max Kendix and Martha McHardy Despite a steady decrease in cases, Durham University has the fifth worst number of total Covid-19 cases among UK universities, and the highest number of cases as a percentage of staff and students, according to data compiled by the University and College Union (UCU). Around 7.5% of students and staff have reported having Covid-19 to the University, higher than any other university, based on available information.
Almost half of Durham students have ignored Covid-19 rules, poll finds
By Max Kendix and Martha McHardy A survey of Durham students has revealed that around 45% of students ignored Covid-19 regulations in order to see friends, family or a partner. The survey, carried out by Durham Polling, surveyed 207 Durham students from 5-17th October on their experience of Covid-19 at Durham. Around a third of students rated their satisfaction with the University’s Covid-19 policy as “poor”, with a similar proportion saying the policy has been “good” or “excellent”.
Cuth’s Ripped Off demand estate agents give tenants ‘right to refuse’ in-person house viewings
By Max Kendix and Toby Donegan-Cross The student group “Cuth’s Ripped Off” have launched a campaign to give Durham students the ‘right to refuse’ in-person house viewings, as well as calling for a delay in the release of properties, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
The new normal: Durham's Covid measures
By Sophie Garnett, Martha McHardy and Max Kendix Covid-19 has forced universities around the country to work differently as they open their doors to students and staff this month. Durham University has kept students updated with latest information regarding Covid-19 throughout the summer as the rules have changed. The government recently announced local lockdown restrictions across the North East. These include a 10pm curfew on entertainment and leisure and a ban on mixing households.
Years abroad get long awaited go-ahead
By Patrick Stephens and Max Kendix Durham students wanting to undertake a work or study placement abroad can now apply to travel, regardless of the destination. The decision comes after an open letter to the University, signed by over 300 students, as well as new government and insurance guidance and advice. Year abroad travel was previously categorised by the University as non-essential, and so not permitted to countries categorised as ‘high risk’ by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
At least 79 Covid-19 cases among Durham staff and students
Oct 5, 2020 • 0 • 0 By Max Kendix and Martha McHardy Durham University has reported 79 Covid-19 cases amongst students and staff, including 70 cases in the last seven days. In an email to students, the University announced that it would be publishing weekly updates on the total number of cases. This will only include cases reported by staff and students through relevant reporting systems, such as a student’s College Student Support Office.
“Multiple reports” of rule-breaking as some colleges move activities online
By Max Kendix Some colleges have moved freshers’ week activities online after reports of freshers mixing households, including with other colleges. Several colleges have seen confirmed Covid-19 cases, including among freshers’ representatives (‘freps’), who help new students move in. In a meeting on Wednesday evening, freps at University College were told that all activities for freshers’ week, which ends on Sunday, would now be held online if possible.
Screenshots that led to society bans mention rape, the Holocaust and white supremacy
By Max Kendix Content warning: this article mentions the Holocaust, white supremacy, misogyny and other themes which many readers may find distressing. Screenshots seen by Palatinate show a group of Durham students, some of whom have since graduated, making extremely racist and misogynistic comments. The comments, which discuss the Holocaust, rape, racial slurs and white supremacism, formed the basis of a decision by Durham Students’ Union last week to ban two student societies.
Offer withdrawn after freshers' group chat scandal
By Max Kendix Durham University has withdrawn an offer of a place for a male student this year after “utterly abhorrent” screenshots were posted on social media. Two other males implicated in the screenshots will keep their offers to study at the University. Others had allegedly been posing as Durham University students in an attempt to sell tickets for “non-existent student events”.
Durham SU bans conservative societies after screenshots involving leading members
By Max Kendix and Martha McHardy Durham Students’ Union has removed the Durham University Conservative Association (DUCA) and Durham University Free Market Association (DUFMA) from the Durham SU Student Group Register. This means that they will be barred from using the Durham University name in their title, and will stop receiving funding from Durham SU. The societies will also no longer have access to authorisation of events, access to physical spaces, email addresses, member data and banking.
New local restrictions in Durham from midnight
By Patrick Stephens and Max Kendix Tougher Covid-19 regulations, confirmed to include Durham, will come into force at midnight tonight in response to a rise in cases in the North East. The restrictions include a 10pm-5am curfew for leisure and entertainment venues, including pubs and restaurants, and a ban on socialising outside your household or support bubble.
No criminal charges brought following the death of Durham student Olivia Burt
Sep 11, 2020 • 0 • 0 By Max Kendix No criminal prosecutions will be brought in relation to the tragic death of Olivia Burt. The first-year Natural Sciences student at University College, and member of the British sailing team, died on 7 February 2018 after a metal barrier collapsed outside Durham’s Missoula nightclub, now the Slug and Lettuce.
University condemns "abhorrent comments" on freshers' group chats
By Patrick Stephens, Martha McHardy and Max Kendix Content warning: this article mentions sexual assault, racism and other themes which some readers may find upsetting. Durham University has condemned the “abhorrent comments” reportedly made by incoming freshers on several group chats. The messages included concerns over being accused of rape, suggestions of using female students for sex, and approving comments about the death of George Floyd.
Face masks to be compulsory in university buildings as Durham updates Covid-19 guidelines
By Max Kendix and Martha McHardy In an email to the student body, the University announced new Covid-19 measures for the upcoming academic year. These include compulsory face coverings in University buildings, isolation rooms for people experiencing Covid-19 symptoms, and a click and collect system for University cafés and restaurants.
Durham announces deferral bursaries of up to £1500 in the form of college accommodation discounts
By Imogen Usherwood and Max Kendix Durham University has announced that its ‘deferral bursary’ will come in the form of discounts on college accommodation fees up to the value of £1500, and will be based on a student’s household income. Last week, it was announced that students who chose to defer to 2021 would be guaranteed a place on their course and college accommodation, as well as a “bursary to help with the transition into university life”.
College bar table service, outdoor gym and "segments": Castle announces coronavirus plans for October
By Max Kendix In a letter to returners at University College, Principal Wendy Powers outlined how the college will operate in accordance with government and University guidance on Covid-19 in Michaelmas Term. The letter, a summary of the University’s new protocols and policies applied to the college, specified a household as a “small group of up to 15 students with shared communal facilities, based on accommodation location and access to facilities”.
Durham student helps found network providing free tutoring for autumn A-Levels
By Patrick Stephens and Max Kendix Rowan Morris, a Maths and Computer Science finalist at St Cuthbert’s, has co-founded Open Tutoring UK, offering free tuition to students taking A-Level exams this autumn. The network, which is already matching over 600 tutors and hundreds of students, was set up soon after A level results day. The core team of 7 volunteer graduates and current university students “came about organically and rapidly via Twitter”, said Morris.
Durham's Christmas Festival 2020 cancelled
Aug 6, 2020 • 0 • 0 By Max Kendix The Durham Christmas Festival has been cancelled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Organisers of the festival, which last year included a marquee on Palace Green, markets in Durham Cathedral’s cloisters, Market Place and Town Hall, as well as festive music and special seasonal events, have said that COVID-19 restrictions mean organisers and traders find it unrealistic to commit to the event.
University encourages staff to take pay cuts and early retirement
By Martha McHardy and Max Kendix Durham University has introduced voluntary measures for staff, including pay cuts, reduced hours, voluntary severance, and early retirement, to mitigate the financial effects of Covid-19 on the University. The measures include a 5-20% pay cut for a minimum of three months, and a minimum 10% reduction in hours. They will form part of a university initiative to save £10 million to recover from financial losses incurred by the pandemic.
Baroness Bennett: “This is a chance to create something very different”
By Max Kendix Baroness Natalie Bennett led the Green Party from 2012 to 2016, overseeing a surge in membership as the climate debate took centre stage for the first time in British politics. After growing up and working as a journalist in Australia, Thailand and the UK, she came to lead the Greens just six years after joining. Student days Bennett realised that something was wrong while at university in Sydney.
Gala Theatre to remain closed until January 2021
By Max Kendix and Martha McHardy Durham’s Gala Theatre and Cinema will remain closed until January 2021 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The closure will be used to carry out planned refurbishments to the foyer, bar and box office. In a statement on Thursday 9th July, the Gala Theatre emphasised that “the safety of our customers, staff and performers is our priority”.
South College Principal: "It is designed to be a community"
By Max Kendix To mark South College unveiling their crest and motto, Palatinate spoke to long-serving journalist and academic Professor Tim Luckhurst about the college’s development and some of the challenges it faces. South College, Durham’s new crest and logo “Libertas, aequalitas, civitas totius Mundi”.
Peter Singer: "Think strategically"
By Max Kendix “Don’t worry everyone, this is the last one on Singer”, our ethics professor announced last term. The introductory course was a broad sweep of moral philosophy, and yet Peter Singer became the focus of every lecture.
DUS President: “I don’t want the Union to become a meme”
By Max Kendix Eduardo Enamorado is not your usual Durham Union President. The Second year Law student at Cuth’s “was a bit of an outsider for President, considering my background as an international student – and I’m a different ethnic background to what people usually relate the Union to”. Profile spoke to him about the Union’s reputation and recent controversies, how he got there, and about a Union gone virtual for the Easter term.
Trump impeachment saga
Feb 7, 2020 • 0 • 0 By Max Kendix Just as the word that haunted Westminster recedes into relative obscurity, the word that haunts Washington gathers more weight. Donald Trump’s impeachment passed the Democrat-controlled House of Representatives and moved to the Republican controlled Senate where a historically short but still mind-numbingly detailed procedure takes over, where the Senate becomes a jury in a grand trial of the President.
Election interviews: Lesley Wright, Brexit Party
By Max Kendix and Sophie Farmer Palatinate and Purple Radio have interviewed all 5 candidates for the City of Durham constituency in the 2019 General Election. We asked each candidate the same key questions on local and national issues, as well as three questions directed more specifically at issues within their own parties. Here, Max Kendix interviews Lesley Wright, who is running for the Brexit Party. Would you be able to summarise your local constituency specific manifesto in a minute?
Students should get compensation
By Max Kendix Students in the Politics department were recently sent an email stating “at root, this is a dispute between employers and employees about pay, working conditions and pensions”. Whilst I completely understand students standing in solidarity with striking workers, why are students not being reimbursed for the break-in their tuition?
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