Edwards’ return to ring ends in void

By Finn Vosvenieks

Top UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards’ long-anticipated return to the octagon ended in an unceremonious fashion after an accidental eye-poke to opponent Belal Muhammad.

The Kingston-born, Birmingham-based fighter was competing for the first time in nearly 2 years since his unanimous decision win over Rafael dos Anjos in July 2019. Continue reading “Edwards’ return to ring ends in void”

England edge France in Six Nations

By Frankie Gleed

With nothing but pride to play for, England took on highflying France in what Eddie Jones called “a game for the ages”.

Despite a very disappointing Six Nations campaign so far, England managed to come back against France to win 23-20. France, who have impressed this year after winning their two opening games, started the game strong with a try inside the first two minutes, with Dupont picking up a loose ball to touch down for a try which was then converted by Jalibert. Continue reading “England edge France in Six Nations”

Student union election results are in

By Teo Coroiu

The results of the University of Essex Students Union elections were posted yesterday on the Student’s Union official website showing the new Sabbatical team for the next academic year.

The new SU President is Samira-Caterina Monteleone. For VP Education the winner is Callum Broadbent. For VP Welfare is Dorothy Akuamoa. Olivia Matthews is for the second time the VP Student Experience. Continue reading “Student union election results are in”