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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. 

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​Latest Articles

Afghanistan: a closed chapter for the West?

Ross Hyde discusses the future of Afghanistan and Western interventions after the Taliban takeover for Current Affairs.

The image of women in the West and Arab world

An article in Arabic and its translation into English by Erin Waks

Being 'the English Girl' in Germany

 Anna Donkin discusses the beauty of living and working in Germany.

My grandmother’s vegetable soup: A simple, soothing meal for the stressed out student

Léa Wakim writes about the comfort of her grandmother's vegetable soup.
An Impromptu Weekend in Granada

​Victoria Ruck describes a spontaneous trip to visit a friend, whilst travelling solo in southern Spain.  ​
​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.

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.

Becoming a tourist of my own country

Emily Ball describes her experiences of travel within the UK and seeing the country in a new light following the restrictions imposed on international travel.

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'.

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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