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Welcome to Thə Definite Article

Durham University students proudly present to you Thə Definite Article.
Our very own publication dedicated to all matters cultural, international, artistic and linguistic. Explore inspiring travel destinations, fascinating foreign affairs and a world of art and cuisine. The perfect antidote to grey Durham days or year abroad nostalgia. 

From Thə Definite Article Team
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​Latest Articles

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine pushes Europe’s neutral nations further away from impartial foreign policy

Matthew Kavanagh discusses the implications of Russia's war against Ukraine for military and economic neutrality in Europe.
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Explaining Northern Ireland to the French: the struggles of a student abroad

Caitriona Marsh examines her own national identity whilst living in France.


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Language: A mirror image of our culture?

Lucy Ferris looks into how different cultures have impacted their languages and why our own languages may differ.
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Bánh Mì: The Ultimate Summer Sandwich with a Rich History

Lara Winfrey explores the colonial history of this delicious summer treat.

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Living in Latvia

​Ellie Tomlinson describes moving to Riga midway through her year abroad following the conflict in Russia. ​
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​The end of the  Merkel era and Europe's place in the world
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​Cristina Coellen analyses the impact of the latest German elections on European foreign policy and Europe's relation to the world.
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The Moon Exhibition at Durham Cathedral

A review of the 'Moon' Exhibition in Durham Cathedral, and a look at some of the representations of the moon in art history.
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Modern Arabic Love Songs 

Erin Waks gives us five of her favourite modern Arabic love songs, giving an insight into the lyrics and background of each.

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Music as the enabler of intellect and eroticism in the film, 'Portrait de la Jeune Fille en Feu'.

 Léa Wakim skillfully analyses how music develops the concealed passion between Marianne and Héloïse in Céline Sciamma’s film, 'Portrait de la Jeune Fille en Feu'.
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Istanbul Ignites Following Election Overturn

Istanbul’s residents have swarmed the streets en masse following a decision to overturn the city’s mayoral election results

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The Definite Article is a Durham SU student group whose details are: Durham Students’ Union (also known as Durham SU or DSU) is a charity registered in England and Wales (1145400) and a company limited by guarantee (07689815), and its principal address is Dunelm House, New Elvet, DURHAM, County Durham, DH1 3AN.

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