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Depleted Downing Draw with Pacey Pembroke
In a sterling second half, Pembroke brought force to bear against Downing, finally breaking their streak this term
A Mixed Bag for the Hockey Blues
In a tough weekend, the Hockey blues had a bit of a mixed bag, beating Bishop’s Stortford, but taking a hit from Peterborough.
The Importance of Being Earnest
“We’re talking flower jousting, food fights and “posh” aristocratic accents vamped up to the max.” A good start to Week 5, write CHLOE COLEMAN and LEYLA HAMID.
Did You Say No Though?
BETH GREAVES is impressed by this powerful exploration of a disturbing topic.
Interview: Daniel Sloss
LAUREN CHAPLIN chats to 22-year-old comedian DANIEL SLOSS about swear words, his favourite pokemon and why he hates you.
Cantabs Attempt To Prove Alien Hypothesis
Cambridge scientists investigate the truth behind the tagline, “In space, no one can hear you scream”.
The Twilight Sad
HARRY WRIGHT is witness to The Twilight Sad’s maelstrom of furious noise, and chats to singer James about redemption.
Christianity In Cambridge
FABIENNE CROCKET examines the image of Christianity in Cambridge, and explains the link between religion and genitalia…
Football: Ruthless Downing Thrash Emma
In a bit of a one sided game, a dominant Downing crushed the aspirations of an enfeebled Emma team
How far
would you go to pay
off your student loan?
The Tab re-examines the ‘sugar daddy’ sites by talking to a girl who used them.
Stitches
In time for Halloween, OLLIE BARLETT was sent to review Ross Noble’s film debut as a clown hell-bent on revenge.
Guide To: Halloween In Cambridge
CHRISTINA SWEENEY-BAIRD sees what Cambridge has to offer in the way of Halloween activities.
Football: Blues Clinical in Warwick Victory
The Blues adapt well to life a league up, winning 3-0 against Warwick.
Five minutes with Ken Livingstone
The former Mayor of London KEN LIVINGSTONE takes some time at the Union to chat to CHRISTINA SWEENEY-BAIRD and SARAH BEADLE about Blair, Brown and Jimmy Savile.
CUWRFC Thrash Nottingham
The Blues were cruelly denied a clean sheet by a pesky try, beating Nottingham Trent 45-5.
Downing Grind Out Win Over Robinson
In a match dominated by the forwards, Downing ground out a victory over a strong Robinson pack
Interview: Alabama 3
HARRIET WADE speaks to LARRY LOVE, lead singer of genre-mashing group ALABAMA 3, about hedonistic on-stage antics and penning The Sopranos theme tune.
Beasts of the Southern Wild
ALEX MARTIN isn’t wild about this film but found it touching nonetheless.
Booze, Abuse and Playing Blues
Will Smith returns in his second piece, to fill us in on the mythical Blue-Tack
The Secret Porter
Ever wondered what really goes on in the plodge? An anonymous Cambridge porter reveals all to The Tab.
Selwyn Stun Frustrated Caius
After being beaten last week, Selwyn came out firing on all cylinders to stun Caius at Barton Road
Fitz Overcome Determined King’s
In a show of determination, Kings fought to resist a strong Fitz after going a man down, eventually losing 2-1
Buoyant Blues battle back against the Navy
After a shocking opening few minutes, the Blues fought back against the Navy to keep themselves afloat with a 3-3 Draw
Fat Talk
Lucy Makinson gets us all thinking as the CUSU Women’s campaign launch “Fat Talk Free Week”
Review: Benjamin Francis Leftwich
LEORA TARATULA-LYONS was ambivalent, but found herself captivated by Benjamin Francis Leftwich’s engaging performance at the Junction.
Downing Steal Jesus’ Victory
In a battle as much with the elements as the other team, Downing snatch victory from the hands of Jesus
A Cheeky Interview: Lembit Opik
Britain’s cheekiest politician and Lola Lo fan LEMBIT OPIK spoke to BEN REDWOOD before heading out on the town.