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Northern line closure angers students
The closure of the Northern line in the evenings for upgrade work was greeted with dismay by students using the tube.
One Young World Summit: Geldof’s blunt message
The First Pint went to the One Young World Summit in London, where young people under the guidance of celebrity councillors such as Desmond Tutu discussed global business, political leadership and interfaith dialogue. Our reporter, Ines Ward, spoke to Bob Geldof in an exclusive interview.
New rules for international student visas announced
Stricter new rules for issuing visas to international students have been announced. Do you think the changes are fair? Comment and let us know.
Students join debate on Iranian Green movement
This city is home to people from all over the world who are still actively engaged with their home nations’ political situation. Recently, Londoners debated the future of Iran and its relationship with the West.
Iranians in London protest, call for sanctions
London Iranians gathered outside of Downing Street today to protest the West’s perceived appeasement of the dictatorial regime. Waving flags and chanting protest slogans, the 50-odd protesters called for severe sanctions against the government of Mahmoud Ahmedinijad.
Italians in London protest against Berlusconi
The First Pint went to see why Italian students are demonstrating in London against Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.
Islington denounces attacks on Muslim students
The First Pint team are very concerned about any instances of violence against students, particularly when it is motivated by racism. So when we heard about the public meeting about violent attacks against students, we knew we had to go along and listen.
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