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STUDENT ROBBED AT KNIFE POINT IN SINGLETON By Angharad Jones Deputy News Editor A MALE student was recently threatened at knife point in Singleton Park while walking home from the university. The incident occurred on Wednesday 27th October during broad daylight at approximately 4pm. The victim, Gareth Owen, was walking through Singleton Park in the direction of Sketty when he Feeling nervous, the third year Psychology student took his earphones out as he got nearer and the attacker ran in front and confronted the victim. The suspect approached the victim and allegedly said “Sorry but I need money for drugs� and at this point revealed a 10 inch hunting knife from his pocket. Following the theft of Gareth’s

iPod, the attacker demanded his phone and wallet which the victim denied carrying, claiming he had only visited the university to return library books. The victim was also asked if he was carrying a laptop, which fortunately he was not. Gareth told The Waterfront “I was really worried and upset and kept thinking he could possibly stab me, it was really scary�. “He kept asking me if I had my mobile phone, I said to him ‘please don’t hurt me, I want to go home, I don’t deserve this’� Gareth was then told by his attacker; “Ok this is what we’re going to do, you are going to give me your bag and I’m going to run off with it, you are not going to phone the police�. Adamant not to surrender, Gareth refused and placed his bag in front of his chest as a shield.

Noticing passersby in the distance he began to shout ‘HELP’ to draw attention, when the attacker shouted and panicked before making his escape. The attacker ran through the trees into church grounds DAYLIGHT ROBBERY: The path where Gareth was held at knife point at the junction of De La Beche Road and Gower Road. Gareth immediately reported the Civilization student Holly Granger The suspect was a white male about incident to the police, who he deemed told The Waterfront, “The incident 5ft 10in tall, with short facial hair on his “really helpful� with investigating highlights the problems with safety in chin and short light brown hair. He was a the crime. Though the suspect is Singleton Park. People assume that they local man with a strong Swansea accent. yet to be caught, the police are are safer in the daylight so it’s worrying appealing for witnesses and searching that something like this has happened�. an 82-year-old man was approached for surrounding CCTV footage. in the park by what is assumed as Undoubtedly the incident has continued page 2 >> the same suspect. The attacker again raised concerns to many students, third demanded money but left empty handed. year English Literature and Classic

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Accident at Divas: Full Story on: page 3

AU Teams Disciplined After Fight: Page 4

Demolition Set for Record Numbers: Page 5

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Editorial The clocks go back, darker colder mornings, getting harder to get out of bed for those rubbish 9am lectures isn’t it? Well get motivated because it’s another busy week in Swansea student land! One of my favourite events of the year is once again upon us! It’s Beer = >@K@ Q part in a fancy-dress wearing, beer swilling pub crawl to raise thousands of pounds for charity? The answer is simply once a year and tonight along Wind Street is the time, so I hope you all have your costumes well thought out and your tickets secured for what promises to be one of the best good cause piss-ups of the year. In my time I have seen it all, from Flintstone themed houses, complete with purpose built car – made from bits of Singleton Park. Dodgeball and Anchorman casts that stay in character for longer than they are really supposed to and beer keg body suits so large they actually can’t get inside the establishment to get at the booze. One year I had to carry a mermaid upstairs in one of the bars to use the bathroom! ! 3 X & actually got stuck inside a self sewn costume... true story. Wednesday will see numerous coach loads of students from all over the country Z [ \ higher education. I have heard rumours that Simmo is actually going down with a real wrecking ball to unleash on Parliament – all complaints to MI5 please! Don’t forget this Thursday is also Remembrance Day, something I personally feel passionate about, as I am sure many of you do as well when considering recent ]

Z 3 whatever you can into those red cans and wear a poppy with pride this week. # 3 / / & ^ 9 # Teasdale has got me back from the other weeks editorial that ripped into his personal dating life – see page 15 for his poor effort that relates me to a boy band. I have also uncovered an exclusive in that Fashion girl Cara wears suede oven gloves to the Q ! 9 _ Z K`

a girl inside a cupboard whilst playing Quasar – No Ben I don’t want to go for a game! Stallion! On that note – Stallion of the week has moved to page 33.

Inside this week’s edition

World News - Page 7 World News has had a makeover! Check it out to see what has changed and why this Octopus could be appearing on a plate near you!

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MUSIC EDITOR CHARLIE ‘THE TEASE’ TEASDALE waterfront.music@hotmail.co.uk

PROOF READERS MIKE KOZLOWSKI EMMA SLATTERY JAMES WARD

DEPUTY MUSIC EDITOR SARRA GRUMMETT

NEWS EDITORS ADELE MACGREGOR

MUSIC WRITERS JAMES ANDREWS DAN CHARMAN MEGAN GULLAM

DEPUTY NEWS EDITORS ANGHARAD JONES LAURA RICHARDS WORLD NEWS EDITOR ALUN RHYS CHIVERS NEWS TEAM ROBERT SMITH LAURA STOWE JOAO MARQUES STEFANO IACONO ELENA CRESCI REBECCA ALLEN REBECCA ROWLANDS GEMMA HOCKEY EMMA SLATTERY STEVEN KAY KATE WILSON SPORT EDITOR BEN ‘TURKISH’ DONOVAN waterfront.sport@hotmail.co.uk DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR RACHEL CLAYTON SPORTS TEAM CHARLIE MALING DANIEL MATCHAM RICHARD HASLEY RHYS THOMAS MARTIN MAXWELL RUPERT WILLIAMS OWAIN HARRIES (Intramural Reporter) CULTURE EDITOR SUZANNE BEYNON waterfrontculture@hotmail.co.uk DEPUTY CULTURE EDITOR SOPHIE ‘BAMBI’ BAMBER CULTURE WRITERS JESSICA FOSTER KATE WILD ELIN DAVIES JESSICA CARROLL ELLIE SINHA REBECCA DICKS PHILIP DEWEY NATALIE STORK EMMA VAUGNIAUX KATE GODDING ROSIE BEACOCK DANIEL MATHINGLY GREG STEPHENSON

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DEPUTY FILM EDITOR RHYS WILLIAMS FILM WRITERS GEMMA HOCKEY LEN CRESCI DAVE LEWIS STEFFAN MORGAN OLI RYDER REBECCA DICKS GLENN JOHNSON GEOGIANA AVRAM

Gareth urges lonely walkers to take safety precautions, saying; “Avoid route home. Try to walk with people, safety in numbers as they always say�. The Students’ Union has been in contact with both the police and the council regarding the incident. tells The Waterfront; “A sector inspector is arranging vehicle patrols to go around the park along with increasing police presence. “Maintenance and development work is being contracted over the next few weeks to make sure there is always a good number of park people in Singleton Park at all times�.

By putting these precautions in place !" the situation and limit opportunities for similar offences in the future. # $# % Malinowski-Evans added “I would like to reassure everyone that the chances of you become a victim of crime are low. “Violent crimes by strangers in public places are rare and account for a very small part of recorded crime. You can make yourself even less likely to be the victim of a violent crime by taking a few sensible precautions.� &

are present in the area at all times, police are liaising with the council regarding the lighting within the park. Anyone with any further information is urged to contact police on 101.

University Duped In Fraudulent ÂŁ250,000 Claim

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EDITOR JAMES SNAITH editor@swansea-union.co.uk

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Culture - Pages 12 -15 Music, stage, comedy, restaurant and book reviews. Even a NEW What’s On Guide! This section has it all this fortnight! # % 9 3 preview of Jarred Christmas at Cheeky Monkey on page 14

A SWANSEA University postgraduate student who illegally claimed over ÂŁ250,000 was handed a two-year jail / Cardiff Crown Court writes Alun Rhys Chivers. Mohammed Al-Sulaiti, 35, moved to "% >@@` /

his wife and six children with him. When completing application documents for asylum, he told the authorities that he and his family had no money or investments. |>K@ @@@ / / "% _ ) |}} @@@ Swansea University and the Overseas Student Research Fund towards tuition / of bank accounts and had business interests and investments. Further, he had received Qatari government. Asylum seekers must be deemed to be destitute and to have left their country and be unable to return for fear of persecution. As well as fraudulently claiming / ) [! "% / " 3

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[ to-work documents. Asylum seekers are not allowed to work without special permission while their applications are being considered. Al-Sulaiti received ÂŁ10,000 in wages from the University.

/ fraud, but changed his plea in October after his trial began. Sentencing Al-Sulaiti, Judge Stephen ~ ] 9 / “thoroughly dishonest and devious�. A spokesman for the South Wales immigration crime team called Al-Sulaiti “a highly deceptive individual� who had “stolen thousands of pounds from the public purse and Swansea University�. ( "% _ ) to recover the money. On completion of his sentence, Al! / € and children have already been removed "% The Waterfront has asked the University to comment.

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TRAVEL EDITORS ANDY BELCHER SAM BARNETT TRAVEL WRITERS VANESSA HARVEY FASHION EDITORS LUCINDA REID CARA DARE EDWARDS FASHION WRITERS ADAM JONES JON PINCH LYDIA ‘O’ CALLAGHAN EMILY WORTHINGTON WELSH EDITORS ALUN RHYS CHIVERS JESS MAIN WELSH WRITERS DANIEL HARVEY CHRISTIE JAMES CATRIN ROBERTS PHOTOGRAPHY SILVIA MANDLER JAMES SNAITH JOAO MARQUES CAREERS JO DAVIES CARTOON ARTIST MARTIN MAXWELL

Societies - Pages 30/31 Still not joined one? What is wrong with you! Check out these pages for upcoming events you can be apart of, from Charity work to Drama

SWANSEA University Islamic Society achieved what many have failed when they !" $ ' aid of Isoc’s Charity week. In a cruel twist, while others were paying for the release if the Islamic Society President, students were asked to pay to keep the SU President in the cage. Charity Week is where each Islamic " "% competes to raise money for orphans worldwide. In Swansea, the fundraisers

ranged from Arm Wrestling and food sales to the battle on the Cricket ground as the $ ! ()! )* – the Indian Society for sporting glory. !" $ ' The Waterfront: “I was warned to clear my diary and wrap up warm. If anything I + /

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Language Department Facing Cuts

ANGRY: Former Catalan lectuer David George with Education Officer Luke James

By Elena Cresci News Reporter STUDENTS of the Spanish department have already felt the effects of budget cuts, with modules in Catalan and Portuguese both having been cut for this year. In previous years, students studying Spanish at Swansea University

were given the option to take modules in Catalan and Portuguese, with the aim to enhance their understanding of Hispanic culture. Funding for both these modules was recently cut, with students returning from

/ no longer pursue their studies in either of the two modules they had chosen.

9  has spoken out against the cuts, arguing that ‘as a Welsh speaker the vice-chancellor should be proud of Swansea’s Catalan language tuition’, particularly due to Welsh and Catalan both being ‘in a very similar position as national languages in larger states’. The tuition of Catalan at Swansea University has a 20 year long tradition. In the early ‘90s, the Catalan Government was keen to foster the study of the language, and thus began part-funding the study of it at select Universities in the United Kingdom, with Swansea being one of them. Previously, Swansea University was ] for the study of Catalan in the UK, and the Catalan Government were extremely keen for this to continue. However, when students of the Spanish department were informed of their module selections back in March, both the Catalan and Portuguese modules were absent from the choices. With 19 students of Catalan across the 3 levels, this was a move which affected a great number of the Spanish students. Abi Rees, a fourth year student

of Spanish, had opted to study the Catalan module in Level 1 and Level 2, and used the language extensively on her year abroad in Barcelona. “I met a lot of friends through being able to speak Catalan and since / ] & acquired whilst in Spain. Losing the Catalan department has come as a shock after having such an amazing time in Spain and it is a shame that I can no longer learn a language that I am passionate in speaking.� Students across the Modern Languages department have protested against the recent cuts and the proposed cuts reported in The Waterfront in October, and recently several out against the proposed measures. (

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_  # raised the case in the House of Lords, stressing that ‘the UK needs to produce more specialist linguists to be teachers, translators and interpreters, but we also need more scientists, economists, lawyers and others who can work in English and in another language’.

Vox Pops What’s your opinion? Do you feel safe walking through Singleton Park alone?

Marc Jones 1st year Law I wouldn’t really walk through the park alone, although I do feel safer in the day. The park is too isolated so you’re not seen. It needs better lighting and some surveilance cameras.

Divas Accident Sparks Drink Awareness By Laura Stowe News Reporter STUDENTS are being warned of the dangers associated with drinking alcohol following an accident in the SU on Friday 29 October. A non-student, who had been in Divas nightclub with some friends, suffered a fractured skull and bruising after falling from the stair railings that lead up to ] " / Student Lewis Compton, who witnessed what happened, said; “The guy was positioning himself, with a bag of chips, at the top of the stairs; he looked as if he was getting ready to slide down the railings. The bouncer caught sight of him but before he had a chance to warn him of the danger, he just leaned back and fell to the bottom. I think he thought there was a wall behind him.� An ambulance was then called, while University staff, who were on

the scene immediately, administered ( taken to hospital where he was kept until Monday 1st of November. The Waterfront understands that the injured man is expected to make a full recovery. Union Manager, Stuart Rice, said, “I was made aware of the accident on Saturday morning in line with procedure. Concerns were raised that the individual involved had not been signed in by another student, however, it is only necessary for a non-student to be signed if we don’t know who he or she is. This individual was well-known to staff.� ! Horsey, who has been working in the Union for the past six years said, “Incidents as serious as this are, thankfully, very rare. Our staff are there to ensure that everyone has safe and enjoyable time at the venues on campus, but each individual also has a responsibility for their own personal

safety. By enjoying alcohol sensibly, students reduce the risk of serious injury to themselves or to others.� This year, the SU has teamed up

with Drink Aware in a bid to address issues associated with heavy alcohol consumption. More information can be found on posters across SU venues.

STAIRWAY: Where student fell from

University Disappoints in Green League Tables By Gemma Hockey News Reporter SWANSEA University has received disappointing results in this year’s People and Planet Green League inspection. Swansea came 116th out of 133 universities scoring a total of 19.0 points out of a possible 70. The Green League looks at universities throughout the UK and rates them on both their management and policy, and their environmental performance. There are 11 indictors on which the league calculates the university’s greenness. Some of the indicators included in this are: environmental policies, carbon management,

waste, carbon emissions and water consumption. There were three sections where Swansea was awarded zero overall points; these were in ‘publicly available environmental policy’, ‘ethical investment policy’, and ‘carbon management’. The University’s Environment 9 ! ^ believes that the management has been the greatest weakness in Swansea becoming a greener university. He says, “management need to get involved more as I feel that they had lacked the will power before this result.� Although Swansea received poor results in a lot of its sections, one that scored excellent was ‘sustainable procurement and fair-trade accreditation’

which gained 2.5 points out of a possible 3.0. Stephen says, “Swansea can be proud of its fair trade status and this was clearly shown on the league. It has taken much effort to work towards the title but more must be done on the awareness that the university has a fair trade status.� It is obvious that vast improvements are needed at Swansea University to improve it’s environmental friendliness. In the future it is hoped that Swansea can easily gain a much better grade as many of the points are accessible. This can be accomplished by raising awareness to all students and by working within the university and accommodation departments. Stephens says that the university can ‘hopefully work towards becoming a transition university.’

Mark Durden, Energy and Environment Engineer, commented, “I think we were all very disappointed to this year, but we were honest in our submission so we are where we are. We have been slowly slipping down the league for a couple of years. Last year we scored 34.5 marks and were placed 65th. Both staff and students need to work together in order to improve the overall performance of the University, but they will only be able to help if we provide them with the right information and encouragement. I hope The Waterfront can be a vehicle to encourage students to reduce wastage across the 9 / .

Bryony Ling 2nd Year French I feel safe in the day but not at night especially when it’s raining as people wearing hoods look very intimidat & there were security guards and more lighting.

Mike Mustoe 1st Year Geography Everytime I have walked through the park I have felt safe, whether alone or in a group. However I have noticed that there is not enough lighting along the paths.

Rebecca Bewick 2nd Year Law I don’t feel safe at night because its too dark especially the path leading to the main entrance. Lighting is the main issue in the park as I do feel safe walking in the day alone.

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Swansea meets Africa in Discovery collaboration By Rebecca Allen News Reporter SWANSEA University’s student-led charity, Discovery, has recently been awarded a grant of £1,450 as part of the Wales for Africa initiative to link communities and improve the living standards of those in impoverished countries.

>“ / of a partnership between Discovery Student Volunteering Swansea and the Siavonga Nutrition Group in Zambia, an event honoured by an afternoon of presentations and discussions on the work of the charity by the students themselves. Project co-ordinator of the painting and

decorating team, Christopher Wilding, described the event as ‘a great way of ^ _  and the Vice Chancellor the excellent work which the student volunteers have contributed to the Swansea community’. The scheme has been overseen by the Lord Mayor of Swansea, Richard Lewis, following successful exchange study programmes in 2008 and 2009. Members of Discovery are keen to continue their work in Siavonga where they aided local people in generating sustainable income and improving living conditions which are dominated by cholera, typhoid and malnutrition. Short term targets are already underway with ten students being recruited to give cooking demonstrations

and aid baby growth monitoring to kick start the charity’s health agenda. ( Z future of the project and Richard Lewis’ / ~ partnership between the two communities will foster close cultural and educational links that will endure for generations to come� is one shared by all. Manager of Discovery at Swansea University, Christine Watson, added that ‘Swansea Students and Discovery projects make a real difference to people’s lives, not only in sub-Saharan Africa but across our own communities here in Wales’. Christine’s dedication is clear through the thirty projects delivered by the charity

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charity is continuously expanding with more support and a ÂŁ1,500 grant awarded by Swansea University’s International X programmes in The Gambia, India and China as well as continuing those to Zambia. Christine Watson’s work in Zambia has been praised by The Tusole Women’s Group in Siavonga as providing ‘encouragement and enlightenment’ and she described her time there as ‘a powerful and moving experience for everyone involved’. For more information on Discovery and how you can help go to http://www. swan.ac.uk/study/current/Discovery/ or email discovery@swansea.ac.uk

Raving For Charity! Ricksaw Racing By Angharad Jones Deputy News Editor A CHARITABLE dance event has been organised by a Swansea student this month. Monkey Bar will play host to the event ‘Rave Aid’ on the 15th November at the low entry cost of ÂŁ3. is Ramadan Dina Organiser participating in a nationwide hitchhike for charity next Easter, and hopes RaveAid will bring her nearer her fundraising target of ÂŁ375. The total raised will go towards Link Community Development, a charity whose aims revolve around improving the educational system in Sub-Saharan Africa. Gracing the stages are up and coming Z Z ! X %[! among others, along with mind reading hypnotist Chris Beard. Following the success of the previous Rave Aid in February, Dina hopes the extended line-up will draw a larger crowd to the fundraiser, she says “with another

Adventure By Joao Marques News Reporter

RaveAid on the way I am very much looking forward to working with such talented artists, those who performed last time and some others. “I’m really thankful to all performers and friends involved in the event, hopefully the night will be as much of a success of last time, maybe even bigger.� If you would like to participate in this national charity hitch-hike visit hitch. lcd.org.uk or join the Facebook group ‘Swansea Hitch 2011’.

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to put it in their own words, little or no luggage, and a kick of adrenaline will supposedly carry these three from the deserts of Rajasthan to the “venetian� canals of Kerala. Max, Shell and Dan are the members ] & thousand kilometer Rickshaw Race,  ( questionable, the route is basically nonexistent and the trip is really not without its share of risk, but none of that seems to take the smile off the faces of these Swansea second year undergraduates. “It’s that kind of adventure that feels like a real adventure; it is just raw�, Shell

excitedly told The Waterfront. Raw and helpful; the race is also about fundraising for the Frank Water charity, that takes clean drinkable water to thousands across India. The Another Rule of Thumb team, as they call themselves, have already raised |`@@ /

] cake sales. “Our aim is two grand; I think we can do it even if we don’t have much time left�, Dan said. For two weeks, through the jungles of Gujarat, the chaos of Bombay and the beaches of Goa, around sixty personalized = [+ all around the world will cruise the paths of India in a competition that is a prize in itself. More of their adventures can be followed on the team’s website, (http:// rickshawrun11w.theadventurists.com).

Swansea University goes National - DEMO By Rebecca Rowlands News Reporter THIS week, Swansea University will join thousands of students from across the UK in a national ‘Demo-Lition’ against the savage education cuts being put in place by our Coalition Government in England and Wales. The National Union of Students (NUS) and the University and College Union (UCU) have been working together to organise the demonstration; ‘Fund Our Future: Stop Education Cuts’, which will take place on Wednesday 10 November, in central London. The demo is part of a strategy to stress to the government that education not only changes the lives of individuals and communities but is also key to our economic recovery. The demonstration comes just weeks after the Government proposed to reduce funding on higher education by a whopping 40% in Octobers’ Spending Review. The target areas of the cutbacks include; capitation grants and less teaching staff, special needs assistants and language support services. In our current situation, the Government is cutting block funding to universities whilst suggesting that tuition fees should rise. Swansea Student Union told The Waterfront “At best, students will be

paying more for the same. At worst, they will be paying more for less�. To encourage students to attend, the Union will be putting on subsidised buses from Swansea to London and at least 200 students from Swansea Uni and Met are expected to take a stand to protect (their education, themselves, their values and their communities) from these unreasonable proposals. History student, Chris Bovis told The Waterfront “Humanities is expected to be / & be attending. As a history student, the Demo-Lition is an excellent opportunity for me to show solidarity against a government that has failed to appreciate the impact of humanities in the working world� Other students however, are a little less convinced. Third year American !   The Waterfront “I won’t be protesting. I keep hearing that cuts are being put in place but I doubt they will affect me – especially as &3 Student President, Luke Young, told The Waterfront “We are already seeing cuts. There are plans to cut Modern Languages in half with further ‘restructuring’ to follow. Last year, we saw the attempt to strip out parts of the School of the Environment & Society.

UK uni round up Nouse – University of York “Big Bang� Fresher’s Ball kicks up a big stink After only 900 of 2300 ticket holders managed to gain access to see headliners Marina and the Diamonds at “The Big Bang� - a University of York Fresher’s event - students have been demanding refunds from the organisers and setting up anti-student union Facebook pages demanding an explanation as to why so many tickets were sold.

Leeds Student Newspaper University of Leeds Live Channel 4 debate gate crashed by giant brain. Following the release of the Browne Review’s recommendations for tuition fees a group of protestors decided to storm a make shift studio at Leeds Uni which was hosting a live debate between Michael Arthur, the chair of the Russell \ Dressed as a giant brain one protestor was hoping to make a metaphorical statement by getting tackled live on camera however was unsuccessful.

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" its groups go through to the next round of TV show University Challenge. The teams will be hoping to repeat last year’s triumph which saw Cambridge win its seventh University Challenge however there is still some way to go if they wish to challenge Oxford’s record of fourteen wins.

Gair rhydd – Cardiff University Noxious fumes during lectures causes mass-evacuation First year law students were evacuated 35 minutes into their lectures when the smell of what some thought to be gas permeated a lecture theatre. After investigation it was discovered that some workmen had left the exhaust to their equipment outside the vents to the theatre, essentially pumping the fumes into the room. Students are angered and demanding an apology.

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/ that their society is unable to develop due to Block Cuts� So, should we expect the ‘DemoLition’ to knock down the forthcoming cuts, or will our education system get destroyed, regardless of our attempts? “The National Demo is part of a longerterm strategy, that started with the VOTE FOR STUDENTS campaign before the General Election, to build a nationwide coalition against cuts to university funding� says Young, “It certainly can’t

hurt our cause�. Due to a huge demand, tickets have sold out. For those who have purchased one, buses will leave Fulton House at 7.15am on Wednesday. For those without, National Express is offering students a special 30% off coach travel to Central London on the day of the demonstration. But if you cannot make the event – fear not, the Union are hoping to do some city-wide action later in the year. Visit www.demo2010.org for more information.

Saying “hello� and preventing suicide. Statistics show that suicide is the second highest killer of 15-24 year olds in the British Colombia area with around 1 in 10 post-secondary students having contemplated it. Students are urged to take note of what their peers are saying, from throw away jokes to Facebook posts, and if there is any mention of suicide then to engage them in conversation even if it starts with “hello� to try and encourage discussion on this subject.

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With Mid-term Test By Adele MacGregor News Editor

By Kate Wilson News Reporter US PRESIDENT Barack Obama says he believes US citizens are feeling frustrated with the pace of economic recovery, after his Democratic Party suffers disastrous Midterm election results. A subdued but candid President Barack Obama said he took “direct responsibility� for the weak economy in the United States yesterday. He asserted that worries about wages and jobs drove voters to punish Democrats and unleash a conservative surge in Tuesday’s turbulent midterm elections. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives were up for election, as well as 37 Senate seats, and 37 states were also electing governors. In their sweep, Republicans easily won control of the House of Representatives with a majority that will likely be 50 seats. Democrats managed to retain the US Senate but with a far slimmer majority. When the new Congress convenes in January, Democrat Nancy Pelosi will step aside as House Speaker and hand the gavel to John Boehner, a Republican from Ohio. Thus will start a new twoyear span with a divided US Congress and a White House facing forces likely to slow and even halt its agenda. President Obama acknowledged to change “how things get done� in Washington. He meanwhile appealed to Republican members of Congress to take a more bipartisan approach. “No one party will be able to dictate common ground,� said the President. “I am very eager to sit down with / / how we can move forward together.� )

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Congress, will be reaching agreement on either renewing George Bush’s tax cuts or allowing them to expire. Some of the big winners in the elections included The Tea Party. The conservative anti-tax movement turned potential into power; its candidates won House and Senate seats and the South Carolina governorship. Marco Rubio, the Tea Party favourite beat not only his Democrat rival to Florida’s Senate seat, but also former Republican star, Governor Charlie Crist. It was on the slow progress of the economic recovery that Mr Obama came closest to acknowledging that the Tuesday’s vote was a rebuke of him. “Clearly too many Americans haven’t felt that progress yet, and they told us that yesterday,� he said. “And, as President, I take responsibility for that.� Big-money CEOs have suffered huge losses, including Republicans such as former eBay boss Meg Whitman, ex-Hewlett-Packard chief Carly Fiorina, and former wrestling executive Linda McMahon who failed

“As President, I take responsibility� to win in California and Connecticut. Many big names in the Democrat party once thought unbeatable have been turfed out as well, such as liberal favourite Senator Russ Feingold of Wisconsin, and Representatives Rick Boucher and Chet Edwards. The shift to the right was seen in nearly every congressional district, yet it has left a country not more united, but more divided. Exit polls showed, for instance, that while eight out of ten Republicans want the government to do less, two thirds of Democrats think it should do more. Furthermore eight of ten Republicans want Mr Obama’s healthcare reforms repealed, whilst six out of

ten Democrats want them expanded. The Republican wave saw Democrats pushed from governors’ mansions in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Iowa, Tennessee, Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Wyoming. Early yesterday, a razor-close race for governor in Florida, a vital swing state, was declared for Republican Rick Scott. Two Democrats prevailed, however: Andrew Cuomo in New York and Deval Patrick in Massachusetts. The losses of the governorships in Florida, Ohio and Pennsylvania are a particular blow for Mr Obama who will feel their absence if, as is still assumed, he is the party nominee in the 2012 presidential race. Among the handful of still undecided races, none were drawing more attention than the Senate contest in Alaska where so-called “write-in� candidates defeated Tea Party candidate Joe Miller and the Democrat Scott McAdams. It may be days before it will be clear whether that spells victory for Lisa Murkowski, the moderate Republican who ran a longshot, write-in campaign after losing the Republican primary to Miller. For President Obama, an early impulse may be to turn to foreign policy for salvation. He left for a ten-day tour of Asia last week, but his international agenda also looks fraught. A newly ] # may impede progress on Middle East peace and Obama’s intentions to begin winding down the war in Afghanistan. President Obama said the election outcome had demonstrated where power in the US truly lay. “Some election nights are more fun than others. Some are exhilarating, some are humbling, but every election, no matter who wins or who loses, is a reminder that power rests not in those / choose to serve,� President Obama said.

NOT TO be confused with an afternoon event dedicated to Victoria sponge and earl grey tea, the Tea Party movement, which emerged in 2009, is a populist, conservative libertarian movement which formed following a series of protests across America in response to Federal Laws, primarily Obama’s Emergency Economic Stabilization Act and the health care reform. The Tea Party movement gets its name from the Boston Tea Party; an event that took place in 1773 when colonists threw dozens of chests of tea into Boston Harbour in protest to the tax imposed by the British that they considered violated their right to ‘No taxation without representation�. The modern Tea Party movement however, concentrates its efforts to oppose the bail of the banks under the Bush and Obama administration, tax and federal spending, national debt and of course the more recent Health Care Bill which they deem to be socialist. The movement is popularly characterized as a racist, fanatical and frankly unhinged right-wing Christian organization, not too dissimilar to how the BNP is viewed by the majority of the British public. The Tea Party certainly has a comic appeal, with supporters including former Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin (the same woman who referred to our beloved NHS as a “death panel�) and emotionally unstable Fox News Pundit Glenn Back, making the movement appear more like a political circus than a serious cause to better America. However, various politicians and political commentators have expressed concerns about racism and homophobia within the movement and he National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NAACP) has formally accused the American Tea

Party movement of being ‘racist’. The movement appears distinctively Anti-Obama, with an irrational fear of America’s phantom transgression into a ‘socialist state’. They claim that under the Obama administration and a “socialistic� health care bill, that their basic freedoms are threatened. In July of this year, a Tea Party group in Iowa was forced to remove a billboard comparing President Obama to Adolph Hitler and Vladimir Lenin. Chelsea Lundgren, a student of the University of Maryland who is studying at Swansea this year remarked that; “With enough (loud!) voices, the group are being heard. With Bush and Obama’s stimulus packages, the group is simply standing up for not taking it anymore, and doesn’t feel like a hard working middle class citizen should be taxed for problems that are not their own�. Following the recent mid-term elections in America this month, the Tea Party has been celebrating a number of solid victories for its favoured candidates, as the party / American Studies Professor Jon Roper explains that;� The Tea Party movement is to the Republican party in the US what the militant tendency was to the Labour party in this country: a vociferous minority that aims to “capture� the party and move it to an ideological extreme. Whether American voters will support the movement is not yet clear. The results of the mid-terms were mixed with several Tea Party successes but some notable failures: Christine O’Donnell in Delaware for example. However there is no doubt that last Tuesday will have encouraged Sarah Palin, the darling of the Tea Party, to set her sights on a White House run in 2012�. Individuals this side of the pond who have even the vaguest understanding of American politics I hope will agree that the expansion and increasing

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Feature: Rene Kinzett talks about potential cuts to Art and Culture Sophie Bamber, Deputy Culture Editor THE ARTS and Culture scene in Swansea is under serious threat of extinction with recent Government spending cuts in England potentially foreshadowing the Welsh budget which will be outlined on November 23. The Browne Report has given a clear indication of what may be in store for Wales and if there’s going to be a similar 30% budget cut to the Arts in Wales then Swansea’s cultural landscape will be in jeopardy. Cuts to the Arts are likely to connote fewer jobs as well as the possible disappearance of much loved institutes and youth projects. Widely regarded as Wales’ second city, Swansea readily lends itself to development in terms of the arts, culture and recreation. Swansea Councillor and Leader of the Conservative Opposition Group on Swansea Council, Rene Kinzett said “art and culture is as important as the roads, the drains and the streetlights, we’re talking about a social infrastructure that leads people to want to come here.â€? In August Mr Kinzett pushed the council to introduce an annual Arts Endowment Fund of ÂŁ350,000 which would feed cash directly to the Arts. Although the proposition is now unlikely to be taken up, Mr Kinzett said that it would “allow people to bid for, say three years of funding so they can make a proper business plan and grow a proper project.â€? ^ % ” Arts and Culture scene, Swansea would be likely to be seen as a “dead cultural centreâ€? and would appear less attractive to potential investors. He said, “They’re not going to want to locate here because their senior executives aren’t going to want to live in a place where there’s no theatre.â€? He added, “the Romans knew

about this didn’t they, the crowd doesn’t survive on bread alone, it needs the circus as well.� 40% of Swansea’s population work within the public sector so employment at the library and other Government funded Arts institutions such as Brangwyn Hall and the Glyn Vivian art gallery is likely to be affected by the cuts. Opportunities for Arts graduates are likely to be fewer and further between if Swansea loses its cultural heritage. Mr Kinzett said “Universities are not going to put on a creative arts course unless there’s a demand and there’s not going to be a demand unless students can see a use for their skills, trade and craft afterwards.� Cuts have already been made to the undergraduate Creative Writing course as well as the cuts made to the Modern Languages department which have been widely opposed in the media this week. It is an increasing concern among the student population that a degree in the Arts is just not going to cut it in the increasingly competitive job market. Masters student Becca Cooper said, “The main issue that bothers me is that it’s all very well starting a course of a good standard, but if you’re halfway through your second year and half of your lecturers leave, the quality of the course you’re paying a great amount for suddenly goes massively downhill. Many people go to University to ensure they get a good job, and my main worry

Restaurant: Peachy Keens Jessica Carroll OPENED last month this world cuisine / ! Little Wind Street, where China China used to be, this all you can eat restaurant is a delicious night out. If you and your friends have ever been stuck on whether to splash out on an Indian, Chinese, Mexican or Italian why not have them all? Stylishly presented in hot covered containers you can take your pick from a variety of mouth watering dishes varying from plain sausage and chips to a superb Thai green curry. Although a little overwhelming and • simple as you make your way around the numerous counters picking as much as you want from the trays. One of the highlights has to be having your selfpicked stir-fry cooked in front of you. So whether you like your food spicy or bland it’s entirely up to you, as the chefs / Unlike most all-you can eat buffets the

presentation is more upmarket and the food doesn’t taste like it’s been sitting around. In fact, the containers are regularly changed, so you’re ensured that your food is of the highest standard. The plates are quite small, allowing you to make several trips and try numerous different dishes. Open in both the afternoon and evening this restaurant could make for a pleasant out. Although all the food was of a high mouth-watering quality the pizza (which

™ was a bit of a let down. And make sure to order your drinks well in advance as the bar tends to be quite slow. But, given this restaurant is newly opened the presentation and service were on topform. Currently between £6.99-8.99 for lunch and £10.99-12.99 for dinner (depending ™ 3 ( visit www.peachykeens.co.uk.

What’s On Wednesday 10th November The 80’s Rocked 7:30pm at the Grand Theatre Includes all favourite rock classics from Aerosmith, Guns N Roses and Bon Jovi. Tickets ÂŁ17.50 - ÂŁ19.50 Thurs 11th November The Cenotaph Parade Starting at 11am on Mumbles road, the parade marks the end of war. A wreath of poppies will be laid at the Centotaph in the Mumbles which pays homage to the great many who served ˜ ™ the United Kingdom

is that I’m going to leave University with degrees in English and Politics and Creative Writing and end up still working as a cashier because there’s no demand for graduates in my subject.� John Osmond, the Director of the Institute of Welsh Affairs recently said that spending on the Arts could help Wales out of the recession. In conjunction with the Arts Council of Wales’ 2010 survey, statistics have shown that some 88% of the adult population in Wales normally participated in or attended arts activities once a year or more. With this in mind, Councillor Rene Kinzett said, “We need to maintain Swansea as a hub of cultural activity. If the council lie down and take it, it will die and there will be no cultural activity.� The Swansea Ballet Russe has already fallen victim to funding cuts and had to stop last year and there is wide

Sunday 14th November Remembrance Parade Starting at 1:30pm from the St Mary’s speculation about what may happen to the Church car park on Oxford Street. Dylan Thomas Centre which is currently / ^ % ” Sunday 14th November also revealed that the council have now Candle Light Concert decided to no longer fund the nationally The Chamber Orchestra of Wales are

” ] welcoming back a popular series of Swansea Festival of Music and Arts and candle light concerts with conducter he described the decision as a “huge Alwyn Humphreys and Swansea born soprano Rob Evans. It starts at lossâ€?. November 23 will see the Welsh 7.30pm and tickets are ÂŁ11.50 and Assembly announce its preliminary ÂŁ9.50 for students. settlement. Until then the speculation surrounding various Arts organisations Sunday 14th November such as the Welsh Glamorgan Youth Discovering Shakespeare Workshop Theatre, the County Youth Dance on Henry V Company, the Arts Council Wales and The artistic director of Fluellen all the institutions it funds as well as the Theatre Company, Peter Richards Arts and Humanities department at the and other actors explore the greater University will continue and they can historical and theatrical understanding only hope that the cuts are not too deep of the play. From 10am - 4pm at the Dylan and the implications not too harsh. Thomas Centre. Tickets priced at ÂŁ10. Tuesday 16th - Saturday 20th November Scarlet Pimpernal Swansea Abbey Players will perform friendly staff are ready and willing to make recommendations if you get stuck. at the Grand Theatre every night at 7:30pm with a matinee at 2:15pm on The Mad Cow also sells juice. So for the Saturday.  Tickets are between ÂŁ8 and ÂŁ13 Dodger milkshakes just a bit too sickly there is also the option of having Wednesday, 17th November fresh fruit juice which has a range of Book Launch combinations to choose from. And if Jon Gower will be chatting about his that wasn’t enough it also caters to the new novel Unchartered to Peter Stead caffeine lovers with its new coffee main the Dylan Thomas Centre from chine. One coffee lover said that it was 7:30pm. Entry is free and accompathe best cappuccino he had ever tasted, nied by a glass of wine. so good that he forgot that he actually ordered a latte. As expected with an independent busi- Saturday, 20th November Fluellen Theatre Company performs ness the prices are not the most purse the play Protest written by Vaclav

priced for the end product. But have no Havel at the Dylan Thomas Centre. The lunch time theatre will be at 1pm fear as The Mad Cow not only gives students a discount with valid student ID and tickets are £5. The play will be but also uses cow-print loyalty cards in preceded by a talk about Havel’s life and work. which you can claim free drinks every now and again. !

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Juice Bar: The Mad Cow Ellie Sinha THE FIRST thing you will notice when you go to The Mad Cow Juice Bar is the fantastic cow-inspired decor. It’s everywhere from the counters to the walls and gives the place a fun and welcoming feel. The premises are small but still

sofas and big wall sized windows. So when it is wet, raining and miserable, you can relax and watch the busy street comfortably with a drink that is made to suit your own personal taste. For those of you who are yet to go to a

/ something to look forward to at The Mad Cow. After all, who doesn’t want to be able to turn their favourite sugary snack into a smooth frothy milkshake that you can sip away at. The back wall is covered in chocolate and sugary options which you can have blended up in your drink to make your favourite foods last longer. Don’t worry though, if you are daunted by so much choice, the

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Stage: The Essence of Ireland Rebecca Dicks IF you were one of those 90s kids who grew up watching and loving ‘Riverdance’ or ‘Lord of the Dance’ then Tuesday night’s ‘The Essence of Ireland’ showing at Swansea Grand Theatre, is going to be a delightful, nostalgic experience! The Group, led by dancers Jamie Meek and Jennifer Gainey, are currently touring the UK and they’ve received some rave reviews along the way, described for instance, as “Entirely unique� and “Highly recommended� by the Irish World. For me, Irish dancing has always been something of a guilty pleasure. Some friends of a similar age have questioned my street cred and cool status for my love and interest in Irish dance. But I think that this really is part of the appeal – it isn’t a mainstream or topical type of dance anymore. It’s just authentic, different and really engaging. Some people of course are dedicated folk fans and automatically drawn to the

/ ‘The Essence of Ireland’ certainly delivers this, as all dances performed are accompanied by the group’s live band, led by the much heralded vocalist Ged Graham. Their repertoire of songs is quite immense, ranging from folk classics like ‘Danny Boy’ to old skool hits from emerald favourites, Boyzone and also the legendary U2. The appeal for others is the pantomime of it all – the extravagant costumes and the boundless energy of the Irish dance. The sheer speed of the dancers footwork is awe-inspiring and almost hypnotic. Besides, who can really deny the involuntary pleasure of a toe-tapping reel, that will have you clapping along like you have no control over your own hands and limbs! Depending on your seat, tickets cost ÂŁ17 or ÂŁ18 and the show starts at 7.30pm on Tuesday 9th November. If you embrace the anti-cool, geek chic aspect, it’ll be a fun evening and you way home!

Stage: To go or not to go? Elin Davies and Kate Wild “MADNESS in great ones must not unwatched go� – and so, you have been told, go forth and enter into the realms of Shakespeare and one of his most thought-provoking plays. In Hamlet our protagonist is tormented by the task of avenging his father’s “most foul and unnatural murder�. Not only this, Hamlet is faced with deceit and isolation as he becomes suspicious of those once close to him and wary that a particularly “tedious old fool� might be lurking. Through Hamlet Shakespeare builds a complex revenge tragedy incorporating Hamlet’s struggle to act upon the duty he ought to pay unto his father and the rational considerations that plague his mind. By creating this multi-faceted, enigmatic character he engages the

audience throughout – who is really there? It is a play of self-doubt and indecision resulting in the inability to take action, although that is not to say Hamlet is not a play of action. Shakespeare touches on a wide spectrum of issues, including; fratricide, misogyny, murder, insanity (feigned or not), social chaos, suicide and foul play of various sorts. These issues and tragic events of the play result in a brutal massacre. In addition Shakespeare invites the audience to extend their own understanding of death by presenting various perspectives on the issue, “For in that sleep of death what dreams may come�. And question deeply the motives behind our actions. “Though this be madness, yet there is method in’t� the intelligence behind

the text and clever detail in which it has been written mean that Hamlet is well worth the experience and, fortunately, The Fluellen theatre company invites you to see their production of the play. From Tuesday 9th November until Friday 12th November The Fluellen Theatre Company are bringing their production of Hamlet to Swansea’s Grand Theatre. The company, based in Swansea, was formed in 2000 and is managed by the artistic director Peter Richards, who has been kind enough to answer some questions about the production. The company will be using the “second quarto� version of the play which is most recognisable to audiences. Added to this, Richards tell us, “Our production will be following the original text totally�. Although sticking

Stage: Review of The Cherry Orchard Philip Dewey AS the lights go down at the beginning of Aberystwyth Arts Centres production of Anton Chekhov’s “The Cherry Orchardâ€? the audience are stunned. Instead of early twentieth century Russian costumes the cast are dressed as extras from a ( _ / ghostly make-up. We realise that a run of the mill performance should not be expected. The play tells the story of the aristocratic Madame Lyubov Ranevskaya and her family’s attempt to save the family estate from being sold which would result in her beloved cherry orchard being destroyed to make way for rented accommodation. On the surface it could be seen as a materialistic play but it is about a longing to remain in the past and a refusal to progress into the future. Portuguese director Joao GarcĂ­a Miguel has dismissed a Naturalistic interpretation to create a performance of the Experimental theatre. Elements of the bizarre have been omnipresent throughout Chekhov’s work but I feel the director has focused upon them too much. Chekhov is known for his subtlety but this performance was anything but subtle. Certain lines are repeated by the cast to

highlight its importance and snippets of dialogue are turned into songs with musical accompaniment played by the actors. However, Tom Murphy’s script captures the comedy of the play while retaining tragic aspects; he creates nervous laughter to be chopped back to silence. The scenery onstage was minimalistic, wooden chairs were used to distinguish between the four scenes. When each scene ended the cast moved the chairs into a new formation to indicate a new location. At the back of the stage was a projection screen where the video technicians projected a

The video technicians presence on stage with the actors was slightly distracting. The cast’s performance was well acted with many actors having to play two characters. I believe that they effectively portrayed the director’s avant-garde vision. It is an admirable attempt at re-creating one of the classic plays of the twentieth century but a lot of the poetry is lost in the directors wish to shock the audience. For theatre goers who have seen a “straight� run of the play this interpretation is an intriguing take on Chekhov’s genius but to newcomers it could be seen as confusing and nonsensical.

closely to the traditional representation of Hamlet the four hour play had to be cut down to a more digestible two and a half hours. Richards adds, “in cutting we have been most careful to ensure that the plot remains clear. That is an important consideration in all our work�. Although the script and text will be left unaltered the play will be set in more contemporary times. Possibly the biggest change to the original staging of the play is the decision to have Hamlet’s father, the ghost, represented through effective lighting and voice-over rather than on stage, as in the original. The cast of Hamlet will be headed by Huw Richards, a young actor of 23, even though he will be playing the character of Hamlet, who in the text is said to be 30, he is more than up to the

job. Huw has had experience in several Shakespeare plays; playing Macduff in Macbeth, Gratiano in The Merchant of Venice, and Tybalt in Romeo and Juliet. The Fluellen Theatre Company being based in Swansea performs all their major works in its Grand Theatre before touring elsewhere. Hamlet however is a performance exclusive to Swansea, which is all the more reason to see it while you can! The play will be performed at 7pm from Tuesday 9th November to Friday 12th November with a matinee on Thursday at 2.00pm. Tickets are ÂŁ8.50 or ÂŁ6.50 for students. To book tickets or for more information / X @KŒ“> Â’ÂŒ`ÂŒK`

Film: Yasmin Natalie Stork )=# &9 $ + /

' a spirited woman who struggles with life as a British Pakistani Muslim woman. As a product of two contrary worlds Yasmin attempts to enjoy the freedoms of Western life while adopting the traditional behaviour of a Muslim woman. In her community, she wears Muslim clothes and cares for her father and brother while in her work, she dresses like a Westerner and is considered no different to her Caucasian employees. The drama centres around the 09/11 tragedy and with the incurring prejudices to her people and in her work, Yasmin makes a life changing decision. Surrendering to her widowed fathers’ wishes, Yasmin enters a loveless marriage to a cousin ‘from home’ to facilitate the British stamp on his passport forcing her to reconsider her entire identity as one woman in two worlds. Her faith, relationships and culture all brought into question in this powerful drama. Emmy award winning actress Panjabi is known through the TV production Sea of Souls >@@> Bend it like Beckham and works alongside Bridget Jones

actress Renu Setna. It is not just the excellent array of British actors that makes Yasmin a must see, Director Keith Glenaan has won numerous awards comprising of the Coup de Coeur and Prix CinĂŠ Femme at the Mons International Festival of Love Films in 2005. Glenaan is deserving of these awards as he cleverly exposes a forgotten outcome of 09/11: its effect on innocent Muslim people who were suddenly submitted to generalised worldwide hate and this is told through a very real and touching story. Newsnight Review described Yasmin as “very deeply movingâ€? and it is showing in the Taliesin theatre on Friday 12th November + |} ˆ The screening is sponsored by the Centre for Migration Policy Research (CMPR), an interdisciplinary research centre based at Swansea University. The CMPR will then present an interesting panel discussion discovering what it means to be Asian, Muslim and British in the 21st Century open to all students. More information can be found at www.swansea. ac.uk/cmpr.

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Comedy: Jarred Christmas is coming to Monkey Bar Emma Vuagniaux and Kate Godding HELD fortnightly, the legendary Monkey Bar, hosts ‘Cheeky Monkey Monday’, a regular standup comedy night. Having claimed to be the ‘best comedy club in Wales’, it doesn’t disappoint, with a variety of acts to appeal to all audiences. They’ve been known to have special appearances by some big names including Live @ the Apollo and Mock the Week performer, Russell Kane and Paul Tonkinson, known for performances on Michael Macintyre’s Comedy Road Show. One of the highlight acts appearing on the 22nd November is New Zealand’s own Jarred Christmas; he has previously performed on Mock the Week and Flight of the Concords. Jarred Christmas has a unique style that skilfully mixes gags with storytelling. He has a dynamic onstage persona and the ability to improvise and roll with anything that’s

thrown his way, making his comedy sizzle with originality. Jarred takes the audience on a night of laughter with his mix of comic timing and genuine anger and frustration against the small things in our lives. He often goes off on a rant about the tiniest thing, manifesting it to equal the end of the world. Referred to as the “human red bullâ€? by Time Out magazine, this is a night not to be missed. For those of you who are budding comedians, you can head to Monkey Bar for an ‘One Mic Stand’ open mic night on the 8th November before watching the professional at work 2 weeks later. A great hangover and bring laughter to your Monday night, it’s assured to be an event not to be missed. Jarred Christmas will be bursting onto the Swansea comedy scene on Monday 22nd November. Doors open at 7pm and tickets are ÂŁ12 and ÂŁ8 for Monkey members.

Comedy: Comedy Club Rebecca Taylor THE evening was opened by the delightfully middle-class Fred Cooper (the lankier half of Harrison and Cooper, for those still struggling to tell them apart) giving his unique take on adverts and Mikado biscuits. His ease on stage and manner with the audience really set the evening off well, taking $

‰$ 3 Collins, the President of the Comedy Society. Patch’s routine can best be described as ‘brave’ though the gag about using Facebook as a part of the old way of stalking was amusing. His best laugh came when he informed the audience that it was more embarrassing for us, as we’d paid‌ With that over, the set moved to the [ night: the brilliant Gareth Brand. With a jumper that would warm any Nana’s heart, he charmed us with his mathsrelated humour, and quirky chat up lines. For any singletons out there, I’ll see you by the half cucumbers in Tesco (as no single person would get through a full cucumber before it goes off, making the fruit and veg aisle the new match.com). His rendition of Wake Me Up by Wham! was also inspired, and a good use for some awkward dance

moves and an old Casio keyboard. Michael Yeubruy was the young talent of the night, a fresher comedian who is a regular with the comedy lineup already. It was hard to decipher whether he was a comedian or an accountant at some points though, due to his insistence on checking if people listening at the door to diva’s had paid. He’s a great addition however, with the classic jokes about how young he looks, and a bit of casual abuse to the disabled and black people thrown in, just to keep it raw. Finally, our headline act, Dan Thomas, took to the stage. With the most experience of the line-up, it’s fair to say he got the most laughs, with his Š@ % 3 (‹ and cokeheads, and his astute comment that they probably should have just shut the lid at the end of Raiders of the Lost Ark, when their faces started melting. He was a great extra to the comedy /3 highlight of the night. If you can catch him, or Gareth Brand, around Swansea, I highly recommend them. As for the rest of the comedy society, they’re well 3 to say you went to Uni with them when ) K@ years time!

Music: Walkabout is Introducing... Rosie Beacock THE laidback, no-frills friendliness of Walkabout, an Australian sports bar opposite Yates in Swansea, immediately washed over me the moment I stepped in out of the pouring rain last Monday evening. The chilled ambience of the place lends itself very well to the new live music night introducing local bands and local music, whilst the warm hospitality of the staff and a line-up of a variety of contrasting and talented acts & again. The evening began with the optimistic, spry sound of Two Up, a four piece rockpop band who embraced the audience

with an enthusiastic but slightly unsteady push into the light lyrics and jaunty rhythm of “I Need Some More of You�. This merged into the rich vocals and deep bass of a “There’s No Sunshine� cover, which led virtually seamlessly into their own “Shot Me Down� where the gradual build up of instruments from the bass line and varied tempo exposed more musical talent. The concluding jam brought together the softer and harder aspects of their performance, winding down into a very well balanced close. ( / — and humorous acoustic guitar player and singer from Swansea, who undoubtedly succeeded in holding his own after a ] /

cheerful, accessible tunes to the slower, more heartfelt “Don’t Let Me Go�, and indeed the melodies were varied and the performance positive and relaxed. The sudden deviation from the preceding rock-pop acts in the form of a Beat boxer, Dwayne, gave a surge of life to the audience with original

] such as La Roux, White Stripes and the archetypal “I Like to Move It Move It�. The unexpected strong, silky vocals intermingling with an extensive range of beats ensured that everyone watching was captivated by his short and sweet act. Dwayne has been beat boxing for four years, and with his raw talent and scope of appeal I don’t doubt that he is

Feature: Winter Wonderland is just around the corner Jessica Foster SO it’s that time of year again; the just around the corner and the shelves are stocked high with festive delights because Christmas is less than two months away. Regardless of whether you have started your Christmas shopping yet, you cannot escape the festive period and what better way to get you in the mood for your turkey dinner than a trip to Swansea’s very own Waterfront Wonderland. For those of you who didn’t make it last year or for those of you new on the Swansea scene, Waterfront Wonderland is located in the grounds of the National Waterfront Museum next to the leisure centre: you can’t miss the Miles Hire Big Wheel. The wheel is one of the largest travelling wheels in the UK, so if you’re brave enough then you can enjoy brilliant views of Swansea from 44 metres up. Alongside the big

wheel there is a traditional carousel and new for this year the Mad Mouse mini rollercoaster ride. As well as riding the big wheel you can also have a skate on the Admiral Rink, and the smaller Rocky’s Rink for children. Tickets for the ice rink are on sale now and are priced at £5 for students and £7 for a standard ticket. The ticket price includes skate hire and ’@ ( is also an indoor spectator area so if you’re not interested in being the next Torvill and Dean, then you can watch the skaters from inside. Aside from the big wheel and the ice skating there are also numerous food and drink stalls to indulge in and I personally recommend the pork, down with a Bailey’s hot chocolate! If it’s food you’re interested in, then the Christmas Market will once again be in the city centre from the 26th November

until the 19th December. There you’ll toffee and a number of German themed stalls. The Christmas Market is also the perfect place to pick up a couple of extra Christmas Gifts! Swansea has plenty to offer this Christmas so get you and your housemates involved in the festive cheer, but be sure to wrap up warm because that sea breeze is no joke on a cold winter’s night! Also, don’t forget to watch the Swansea Christmas lights being turned on by Father Christmas himself as part of the Christmas Parade on November 21st. Details about the Christmas Parade and the opening times of the ice rink can be found at www.swanseachristmas.com as can lots more information about the city’s upcoming festivities!

going somewhere. The subsequent act was another acoustic guitar player and singer from Swansea, Rory Bridgeman, whose powerful yet dulcet vocals were apparent from the start with an acoustic cover of Kings of Leon’s “Use Somebody�. His original songs “At Your Funeral� and “The Wait� demonstrated his sinuous melodies and instrumental skill, and by the time Rory’s performance was mid-way with an energetic cover of “Dynamite� his passion was obvious and the audience were quietly absorbed by the excellent vocals. ( [ piece Rock band, Texas Flood, whose style was strongly reminiscent of classic

Rock and Metal, with a surprisingly brilliant cover of ACDC‘s “The Jackâ€?. This was followed by an original “Dressed to Killâ€? with an infectious melody, strong vocals and some serious guitar playing, whilst the incredible drumming in “I’ve Got A Woman Called Rosie very instrumentally gifted. The diverse mix of talented local artists sealed the deal that Walkabout’s new “Introducingâ€Śâ€œ event every Monday is one which I think will become indispensable in the local music scene - particularly with the bar’s buzzing but easygoing vibe, 2 for 1 drinks and the opportunity to see inspired, up-andcoming musicians for free!

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Book Review: The Unnamed Daniel Mattingly ABOUT 169 pages into Joshua Ferris’ largely excellent second novel, The Unnamed, I saw a two line phrase that seemed to encapsulate exactly what this novel does with great pace, accessibility, humour, drama and heart: “This was more like it. This was being in the world�. The Unnamed is ‰ 3 / ] trashy, show-offy, this year’s model kind of way, but in all of the ways that you kind of hope and dream a modern novel could be. It captures the present, /

‰Z 3 syndrome? There’s next to no sign of it here. Coming three years after his also rather excellent 2007 debut comedic novel And Then We Came to the End ˜ off Richard & Judy Book Club sticker on it, please, please, please don’t let that put you off), Joshua Ferris stylistically shifts a little with his

sophomore effort. We are in part still ˜ rather than marketing and advertising), human quirks and the post-Millennial / ourselves in nowadays, but the tone is considerably more dramatic. Humour breaks through now and then, but it’s a little darker than before, and we’re more in the realm of a social novel with big ideas and a “what is it?� as opposed to a “whodunit?� at its core. The main protagonist of The Unnamed is middle aged New York lawyer Tim Farnsworth, who appears on the surface to have a perfect life: he’s aging gracefully, has an attractive and supportive wife, loves his job, enjoys his freedoms and luxuries, and is essentially living the American ( ] by a strange and unexplainable condition that causes him to randomly, spontaneously, just start walking. And there is nothing he can do to stop, understand or even predict it.

Medical science and psychology fail X ] as the condition occurs completely at random, Tim’s life, career, and relationship with his family are put under incredible strain. At the heart of the novel is the portrait of Tim’s marriage to Jane, which is carefully rendered and put together, from matrimonial terms of endearment to the very personal inner ] / both as Tim’s condition complicates their routines and lifestyles. But alongside that, there are many brilliant descriptions capturing the feel of modern New York and contemporary )

& 3 ] [ sudden tonal shift in the third act feels a bit too extreme and people who like everything resolved clearly and tidily might feel annoyed by it-but on the whole, The Unnamed is a thought provoking, engaging and poignant second effort.

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Stage: Review of Under Milkwood Greg Stephenson ‘TO begin at the beginning,’ enters a voice on the dark, bible-black stage of Swansea Little Theatre. David Taylor, ‰ 3 atmospheric opening lines of Under Milk Wood as dark blue moonlight gradually illuminates the stage. It is apt that we can hardly see the speaker, as this was a play originally written for the radio, and designed to be a purely auditory experience. As the play goes on however, the lights mimic the rising village of Llaregub, and the action on the now fully visible stage provides a slickly adapted complement to Thomas’s lyrical language. Although some would insist that Under Milk Wood should not include a visual aspect, a convincing cast and well organised stage ensure that the theatre adaptation really adds something to the play. If only as an aide-memoire for the merry-go-round of the thirty plus characters that are introduced in & being able to put a face to a voice. Director Stephanie Jeffries’ adaptation of the play is very convincing. Voices that echo from the wings help capture the plays original faceless format, while the decision to use only fourteen actors keeps the play more dynamic, and contrasts the unmoving presence of Captain Cat. Effective sound effects also abound: in one memorable scene, all the actors stand around the set like grandfather

clocks, making soft ticking sounds. In such a well balanced and entertaining adaptation it is unfair to single out any particular performances, but I will anyway. First voice David Taylor, keeps it atmospheric, and adds an amusing touch- often chuckling warmly at the previous scene as he begins his lines. Dreena Morgan-Harvey, as Rosie Probert, sings beautifully about her lovers Dick, Jack, Harry, and poor Willie Wee (deceased). Gwynn Roberts, as the contemplative Rev. Eli Jenkins, delivers poetry of questionable quality to unquestionable effect. Kerry Wilcox is very convincing as the bizarre Lord Cutlass, moving around the stage like the hands of a clock. Frances Purchase is also very amusing as Myfanwy Price, a lady touchingly besotted with both sides of her alcoholic husband. Indeed, from No Good Boyo to Captain Cat, each eccentric character is done full justice as time passes Under Milk Wood. ( ! 3 contribution to the literary world only a stone’s throw from our own sloe black, slow, black, crow black, / / // privilege. It’s bound to be back to the ugly, lovely city soon, so keep an eye out (and perhaps a second on behalf of blind old Captain Cat).

MUSIC REVIEWS The Waterfront’s music writers chow down on some of the latest releases, including Editor James Snaith’s band, The Wanted. Japanese Voyeurs - Milk Teeth EP

Kings of Leon - Come Around Sundown

The Wanted - The Wanted

Diana Vickers - My Wicked Heart

First impressions always count, and perhaps even more so in the world of music. To me the ‘Milk Teeth’ EP certainly strikes quite an impression – with a great mix of punchy drums, and ballsy guitars it got my foot tapping. Certainly worth a listen if you like your heavy grunge or 90’s alternative a la Melvins. Yet with that now a seemingly aged style, the London Quintet have a fresh approach, and it works for me. The vocal style of Romily Alice is certainly distinct, and just like Marmite, you will either love or loathe it, but it is a unique sound, and I doubt they care. They know how they want to sound and have done a great job achieving it on this single. Whilst they may never appeal to the masses, I am sure many will enjoy the single and their upcoming early 2011 release ‘Yolk’.

This is Kings of Leon’s follow up to the critically acclaimed and platinum selling album, ‘Only by the Night’. Attempting to precede a hugely successful album which spawned the hit single ‘Sex on Fire’, is a huge task and the Tennessee four-piece fall quite short. ‘Come Around Sundown’ opens with the very subdued ‘The End’ which surprisingly fails to get out of second gear. Thankfully ‘Radioactive’ single from the album, increases the tempo slightly with tight drumming and utilising Caleb Followill’s distinctive voice.However, KOL fail to build on this with the rest of the album leaving you feeling a tad empty and expecting a lot more. Undoubtedly the band possesses bucket-loads of talent but considering their past triumphs the album doesn’t provide an adequate sequel to a hit record. The future is still bright for the band, but for the mean time, KOL’s sex has been temporarily extinguished.

( / them in worker boots, throw in some auto-tuning and YES! You have made a boyband. Apparently it really is this easy, because the UK’s ‘freshest new boyband’ have a number 1 under

/ ( / 3 single ‘All Time Low3 liveliest track followed by a textbook ‘woah-oh-oh’ ballad, so the album / boyband. However, The Wanted and their manufacturing team have gone to great efforts to produce some catchy tunes. Every track has a gimmick, from the spaghetti western sampling in ‘Let’s Get Ugly’ to the army drills in ‘Personal Soldier’. Don’t worry if you have trouble distinguishing between the overly-synthed voices and identical dress sense of Max, Tom, Nathan, Jay and Siva because helpfully they all have their very own distinctive hairstyle. Basically, if you’re a twelve year old girl you will love The Wanted, but anyone older or in their right mind won’t.

Gaining fame through the hit reality show The X-Factor comes with mixed

( 3 / / X ] ! Brookstein or international starlet similar to Leona Lewis. It’s fair to say that Blackburn girl, Diana Vickers, studio album ‘Songs from the Tainted Cherry Tree’ rising to the top of the UK album charts earlier this year. Her latest single offering, ‘My Wicked Heart’, opens with Vickers’ very distinctive voice whispering to the listener before shrewdly launching into a trumpet-led pop tirade with a massively catchy chorus. ‘Borrowing’ ] Red Hot Chilli Peppers tune ‘Under the Bridge’, Vickers has presented a very well-rounded pop song which will undoubtedly stick in the back of your head for days to come. Diana’s not changing the face of pop music but she’s serving up something different for the sometimes generic and static genre to taste.

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UNDER THE INFLUENCE Our new feature will be profiling some of the greatest and most influential albums of all time. Kicking it off, music writer Dan Charman tells us about The Stone Roses’ gargantuan self-titled 1989 release. The legacy of Joy Division and success of The Smiths

Roses). Brown, Squire, Mani & Reni

Up until the late 80’s, Manchester’s music scene had been heavily dominated by the post-punk rock sound of Joy Division, fronted by the late Ian Curtis. What followed after the tragic death of the Stretfordborn front man was an onslaught of indie-driven rock led by The Smiths, The Fall and the reincarnation of Joy Division, New Order. After the release of their self-titled album in 1984, the success of The Smiths was relentless for the next few years. This success spawned dozens of similar-sounding bands from the northern City, who would later make way for a very new and potentially inspiring musical genre which was being crafted throughout Manchester’s many nightclubs and bars.

The Stone Roses were formed in 1984 by secondary school friends, & _  !•

/ ( ! Roses, that the band truly found fame and recognition throughout the United Kingdom. The album was met with astounding critical response and critics from various media

‘Madchester’ September 1987 saw / [ of The Smiths due to strained relations between Morrissey and Johnny Marr. This very apparent void left by The Smiths was to be / • Manchester’s club scene was bigger than ever – dance nights were popping up throughout every club in the City, and combined with a sudden availability of the drug ecstasy at the start of 1988 – a new musical genre was created which would have a mammoth impact on British music as we know it today. The ‘Madchester’ movement was born through a corrosive and unlikely mix of musical genres ranging from the already established Manchester indie scene through to the up and coming ecstasy-infused Acid House - with a bit of psychedelic rock for good measure. Bands heading and ]

movement included Happy Mondays (and their 1988 album release ‘Bummed’), A Guy Called Gerald and a band The Waterfront (later to be known as The Stone

Manchester band’s name deriving from a mixture of two bands that

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 ( Rolling Stones and The Jam’s ‘English Rose’. Despite several comings and goings, the Roses’ widely considered breakthrough came with a line up consisting of the intense Ian Brown on vocals, John !•

) ‰= 3 Wren drumming and Gary ‘Mani’ ^ + / 1987 to provide bass duties. Through this line-up, The Stone Roses released the psychedelically-tinged ‘Elephant Stone’ which smashes out beautifully-sounding riffs but tells 3 + / + player in the Manchester scene.

Release of ‘The Stone Roses’ Despite the success of Elephant Stone throughout Manchester, it wasn’t until the turn of 1989 and the release of

throughout the country began to spread word about an album which was to, one day, become widely recognised as one of the most

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history. Opening with the tension-building I Wanna Be Adored, the listener is greeted with a catchy bass riff which grows and grows throughout the song – climaxing with melodic guitar samples and Brown’s / []

( ] / 3 destroyed as it launches into the stupendous She Bangs The Drums. The Roses produce a sound which is complicatedly layered throughout the production process but sound so delicate and simple when played. The mixture of indie ] / with a dance tinge is something that is so fresh and Brown’s vocals + A particular highlight of the album is the third track Waterfall, which really brings out Brown’s vocal talent. His voice effortlessly !•

3 melodic guitar as the track sends

the listener into a state of musical relaxation. The lyrics “Sometimes I fantasise, when the streets are cold and lonely, and the cars they burn / Q 3 your eyes� bounce through Made of Stone as Brown and co paint a grim picture of depression and / a playful and light song. The Stone Roses cease to let go of the listener throughout epically extravagant I Am The Resurrection. Only the swagger & _ with telling his audience ‘I am the resurrection, I am the light’.

Scream and even more successful – Brown’s solo career in which he has produced several top 10 solo albums. The album The Stone Roses has been rereleased several times and seeding high in the charts each time. Notably the 1989 US rerelease included the highly popular ‘Fools Gold’ as a 12th track. ( = 3 ] / disbanded over 14 years ago, is plain to see in the music listened to every day. Noel and Liam Gallagher, of Oasis fame, have on several occasions cited The Stone Roses as one

/ ] one of the reasons they started Impact on British music for a band. years to come The Madchester movement that the Roses were so Despite the massive success of famously part of have also The Stone Roses album, various bred incredibly popular and contract disputes delayed their successful bands such as The follow up ‘The Second Coming’ for over 4 years. The tricky Chemical Brothers, The Verve second album failed to live up and the Doves. to the hype and after a string of Still as popular now as they controversial public showings were in the late 80’s, The Stone and gigs combined with a clearly Roses have stood the test of strained relationship between some time and their great album members of the band – the great ! = has shown to be such a strong

] [ in October 1996. music we have seen dominate 3 + ) / + the UK charts for the past decade. varying successes in solo careers and in other bands, notably Mani + ! $

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GRUMMY KNOWS BEST Deputy Music Editor Sarra Grummett offers up some of the freshest new talent around. This week, singer songwriter Elliott Coard. Elliott Coard is a modest man with a great voice. Originally from Faringdon in Oxfordshire, the soon-to-be twenty year old singer and songwriter has played gigs all over the country for years with previous bands. Now currently in the process 9$ #

9 3 acoustic triumphs include covers of Jimmy Eat World and The Goo-Goo Dolls, as well as his own songs that are reminiscent of work by Boyce Avenue. With vocals that rival that of other acoustic acts and a set which sounds very much like a live lounge performance, Elliott offers a range of songs that are both laid-back and easygoing. Hey Elliott! What made you decide you wanted to play music? Well it started when I was in year 8; me and my mate wanted to be in a band together so he bought an electric guitar and a month later I was bought a bass guitar. My dad suggested that I also play the acoustic guitar, so I’ve been playing bass

and acoustic since that time and my friend and I have been playing together ever since! € ] ^ ]

music taste has changed. I think it must have started with Blink 182 when I was around 13 and XTC thanks to the

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]  ^ ” Boyce Avenue and Secondhand Serenade to Joe Brooks, who have all had a massive effect on me. Although you cover songs, you also write your own. What thoughts go into your lyrics and what inspires you? To be honest, I don’t really know! When I have an idea in my head, I usually sit down with my guitar and play until I’m happy with the way it sounds. After, I’ll record, listen back and then improve where need be until I’m happy with the result. But usually I’m inspired by events that affect me in different ways. What do you prefer about playing and writing music on your own compared to being in a band?

Well, I guess writing on your own is good because you don’t have any disagreements with other members so it’s all your / & / / & ] you come up with. Also, being in a band is a group of you together having fun and while on your own, it’s all you and any mistakes you make is your own fault so it adds extra pressure. However, I do love writing and playing my own music. How is recording going? Are you looking to bring out an EP any time in the near future? Recording is going good, thanks! I spent all Summer in my room trying to work out how to use all the equipment properly and how to get the most out of it and now that I understand how to, I’ve started recording in my room. I hope to bring out an EP in the future, either just before Christmas or slightly after which will basically consist of all my own stuff and maybe a few covers although I haven’t yet decided what songs to put on it. What can the readers expect from a gig? &3 ’ * / The Garage with The Electric Company, so I’m not even sure myself! I’ve played all over the UK with my old band so I know what to expect, but I do plan on putting on the same kinds of shows as I did back then by putting on a lively performance that would make everyone want to come out and watch me again. Want to listen to Elliott’s music? unsigned.com/ elliottcoard

THE MIXTAPE This week our mixtape comes from our very own Commonwealth swimmers Jazz Carlin, Georgia Davies and Megan Gilchrist. Music Editor Charlie Teasdale grabbed a few words from the girls. I managed to tag onto the end of Sports Editor Ben Donovan’s interview and ask the girls a couple questions before they gave me their favourite tracks of the moment. When the girls were asked if they take their iPods to pool side, Silver medallist Jazz annoyingly replied that she didn’t! Megan said she did occasionally; “I’m one of those people that when a song comes out I’ll really like it but listen to it to death and then I can’t stand it! If there’s something out that I really like then I’ll take my iPod along with me but if not then I won’t.�

I asked them if there was a song played over and over in the Commonwealth stadium, Megan replied “Yeah, just Indian music.� Clearly not a fan of Bangra then! Jazz and Meg said “We both like Katy Perrys Album Teenage Dream because there is a mixture of different songs and her songs never get boring! We both like a variety of music including House, R&B etc.�

Georgia’s Mixtape: B.o.b. - Magic Sean Kingston - Rude Girl Usher feat. Chris Brown - My Head Megan’s Mixtape: Usher - More Richard Vission and Static - I Like That Bruno Mars - Grenade. Jazz’s Mixtape: Rihanna - Only Girl Nelly - Just a Dream Sean Kingston - Letting Go

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TRIO TALK TO WATERFRONT Jazz, Megan and Georgia talk Commonwealth Games, university life and their hopes for London 2012 By Waterfront Sports Editor Ben Donovan

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ith the countdown to the 2012 Olympics well underway, three of Swansea University’s brightest sporting prospects have started the journey that will hopefully see them make a splash for Team GB in two years time. All three students competed in the Commonwealth Games in Delhi where Jazz Carlin won both a silver and bronze medal, and Georgia Davies claimed bronze in the 50 metre backstroke and Megan Gilchrist represented her native Scotland, who came 10th overall in the medals table. In the build-up to the games, concerns were raised regarding the infrastructure of the stadiums as well as the appalling conditions facing the athletes staying in the Commonwealth Games Village – something which the girls were quick to play down. “All of us had been to India before so we knew what to expect. There was a Commonwealth Youth Games there two years ago so we thought it would be similar or better, and it was a lot better than it was made out to be�, said Georgia. Jazz Carlin won silver in the Women’s 200 metre freestyle and in the / games since 1974, something which the 20-year-old was delighted with. ~& ” / something that I’ll remember forever.� All three of the girls have blossomed under the tutelage of their coach Bud McAllister, who has been nominated for the 2010 Elite Performance Coach of the Year award, and all the girls were quick to praise his efforts. “We have all been with him a little while now so he knows how we tick and how we all work. He is a very talented coach, and one of my reasons for moving to Swansea was to train with him,� said Jazz. “He has previously coached some of the best swimmers so we knew what he was capable of when we started working with him� added Megan. All of the girls are an example of the pool of talent that is coming through, not just in Wales but all over Great Britain, as the search continues for the next set of Olympic hopefuls. “We are starting to see a lot of younger swimmers coming through, particularly in the British Nationals and if we have a part to play to inspire them then it’s a bonus� said Jazz. “We are almost being put on a pedestal because at times, there can

THREE IS THE MAGIC NUMBER: Sports Editor Ben poses with Georgia, Megan and Jazz with medals

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be just as

“We start at 5.30am and train, then we will go home for a nap so it is hard, especially when we have lectures and assignments�

SILVER SUCCESS: Jazz won silver in Delhi ahead of fellow Brit Rebecca Adlington

be just as many staff as there are swimmers by the poolside when we compete and when the youngsters come in they can see that it’s something to aspire to� said Megan. With the success of British swimmers now at the top level, Jazz believes it is certainly having the desired effect for the girls to compete at the highest they possibly can. “Having that competitiveness to get to the top is now spurring us all on to do better, so seeing us do well can put belief into the younger swimmers that they too can do well.� “There was a lot of swimming coverage during the Commonwealth Games and I think that encouraged more people to swim, or if they were already swimming then it gave them the belief to do well� added Georgia.

With Swansea being the only British Training Centre in Wales, it is a timely reminder of the fantastic facilities that we have at the university in the form of the Wales National Pool, something which Jazz believes / / “It’s certainly a boost for us, and some of the Welsh teams train down there once a month and it’s great to have support around us such as a physio, psychologist and a physiologist.� With all successful athletes, it is always an interesting backdrop to see how they got into their sport from a young age as they progressed from competing with their friends to competing at international level. “When I was younger I did a lot of sports, including swimming, and it was only when you start to win medals that it makes you more driven to take it further� said Georgia. With each of the girls having to continue their studies here at Swansea as well as putting in the hours in the pool, they are all under no illusions as to the pressures that they will face in their bid to reach the top. “We start at 5.30am and train, then we will go home for a nap so it is hard, especially when we have lectures and assignments – but sometimes that’s a nice distraction from the pool� said second year student Megan. Georgia added, “Both me and Jazz have friends in the year above who we can turn to for advice as they have experienced it as well, but to be a top swimmer you have to be disciplined anyway and we have all had to cope with time management.� With the university experience being based around a strong social ethos, the girls are keen to partake in the extra-curricular activities that Swansea has to offer. “We all missed Fresher’s Week because we were in Delhi, but it’s good to have a balance. We are all normal girls and we like to go out and have a dance, and we have been out on a couple of swim socials since we’ve been back� said Jazz. “But when it comes to competition time that’s when we have to knuckle down, and we know we have to do well and swim well, but we are also human beings and if you’re not enjoying yourself you’re not going to swim well anyway� added Megan.

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country once every four years, and with Scotland being such a proud nation, it was amazing to represent them and when some of our team won gold we all stood by the side of the pool in kilts and belted out the nation anthem� said Megan, who hails from West Lothian. “Even though we were representing our individual countries, we have all been on training camps together when we have swam for Team GB so we are all great friends and that was the same out in Delhi where we shared the same support staff and that made it feel like a home comfort almost� said Georgia. Carlin claimed the silver medal in the 200 metre freestyle ahead of fellow Brit and two time Olympic gold medallist Rebecca Adlington, who claimed the bronze medal, and I asked the girls if they looked up to athletes like her when they set their own personal goals. “I don’t really put her on the pedestal that the media do. I only know her as Becky before it and Becky after it and even though she has done amazing things for British women and swimming, she is still a human being and the same person she was before� said Megan. As with any athlete, the pinnacle of a career can be / is no better global stage in which to highlight yourself, and I asked the girls what their thoughts were on London 2012. “Even though it’s a little way off yet it is still very much fresh in the mind and I remember watching the Beijing Olympics two years ago and watching Rebecca compete and it gave me goosebumps just watching it� said Jazz. “The support and atmosphere in London is going to be

/ &3 / ( 3 aim.� The next challenge for the girls will be the BUCS Championships before turning their attention to the 2011 World Championships which are due to be held in Shanghai, where they will all be aiming to make waves for Team GB.

/ from the success of the girls is the university swimming team, and with the BUCS season in its infancy, the club will be keen to utilise the talent at their disposal. Georgia will be unable to compete in the upcoming short course championships after being sidelined with a wrist injury, but all three girls will be looking ahead to the long course championships in February.

“I don’t really put her on the pedestal that the media do. I only know her as Becky before it and Becky after it, she is still a human being and the same person she was before� With Jazz and Georgia (Wales) and Megan (Scotland) competing for their individual nations in the Commonwealth Games and then reverting to Team GB for the Olympics, I asked the girls whether this was something they found strange or whether it was something they encompassed. “There was a very friendly atmosphere out there with all the teams and with me and Georgia competing for Wales and Meg for Scotland, it made walking round the pool much easier and it was great to see so many friendly faces� said Jazz. “You only get the chance to swim for your home

TALENTED COACH: Bud McAllister coaching Jazz at Welsh Nation Pool in Swansea

ALL ROADS LEAD TO 2012 2010 COMMONWEALTH GAMES ROUND-UP As the curtain came down on the 2010 Commonwealth Games Wales / liked, but out of it emerged a number of talented sportsmen and women that are sure to make an impact for Team GB at the Olympic Games in 2012. Here we look at the best moments for Team Wales during the 19th games held that were held in Delhi this autumn. $ ! "  ”” # / female since 1974 to win a medal in the pool when she won the silver

medal in the women’s 200 metre freestyle. Carlin also later went on to win a bronze medal in the 400 metres, behind fellow Brit and two time Olympic gold medallist Rebecca Adlington. Another Swansea student, Georgia Davies, won bronze in the 50 metre backstroke, while fellow compatriot Gemma / ” K@@ / ] ! Z \ / to win gold for Wales with victory in the men’s 400 metre hurdles ahead of fellow Welsh athlete Rhys Williams who secured bronze. Greene’s feat more than made up for his disappointment in Melbourne just four years earlier when injuries hindered Wales in the 4x400m hurdles. Another gold for GOLDEN BOOTS: Dai Greene wins Welsh gold in Delhi Wales came in the form opponent tested positive for nandrolone, meaning that the Welshman of lawn bowler Robert Weale, who beat Australia’s could be in line for a belated gold medal. 18-year-old cyclist Becky James, who hails from Abergavenny, ! /

meaning he went one better than claimed silver as well as a bronze medal in the 500 metre time-trial and his previous appearances in the Frankie Jones claimed the last medal for Wales as she won silver in the Commonwealth Games where So with the Commonwealth Games over with for another four years, he claimed silver in Melbourne attention turns to the World Athletics Championships in Daegu, South in 2006 and bronze in 2002. Newport-born boxer Korea, in 2011 as well as the World Aquatics Championships in the Sean McGoldrick, won same year in Shanghai that is sure to be the next step on the road for the silver medal in the British Athletes aiming for London 2012.

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Winter is almost here and it is nearly that time of year where your skin can take a real beating from the harsh combination of cold weather and central heating. Nobody wants dry, flaky skin so here are my top products to see you through the season… Hands Soap and Glory’s Hand Food (£4.75, Boots) is an uber-moisturising hand cream that leaves your skin silky smooth. But what sets this apart from the rest I hear you ask? It is non-greasy, meaning you can slap this on and carry on with your business straight away. This will zap dry and chapped hands in seconds! Body Aveeno’s Moisturising Creamy Oil (£6, Superdrug) is the perfect body cream for winter. It is a creamy lotion combined with Sweet Almond Oil to help to relieve dry, parched skin by moisturising and soothing. It provides the benefits of oil but in a convenient cream.

Face cream Did you know your skin needs change every time the season changes? As the colder weather is setting in, it is important that you change the way you treat your skin in order to combat dull, flaky skin. Vichy Nutrilogie 2 Intensive (£14, Boots) is a fantastic facial cream for winter. It is an intense moisturiser, which is non-greasy and provides 24

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Unconventional, outrageous, quirky. Just a few choice words that you could use to describe the British fashion industry. And for one weekend its doors were opened so that the public could experience the glitz and glamour of the fashion world for themselves. Britain’s Next Top Model is no longer just a modelling competition watched by a few fashion savvy people. It has become a nationwide phenomenon with, what we hope will become an annual event, Britain’s Next Top Model Live. Girls from all over the country flocked to London’s Excel Centre in the hopes of being recruited by the modelling agency Models 1, who had their scouts swarming around the event looking for the next potential supermodel. But it wasn’t just a sea of waif-like teenagers. There was an incredible variety of shapes, sizes and ages wandering around the mass of fashion and beauty stalls which had been set up, proving that fashion is for everyone. Teeth whitening, massages, makeovers, clothes boutiques, hair styling. BNTM live is a girly girls dream day out. Everywhere you turn; there are free goodies being handed out as well as huge discounts of top branded products such as Bourjois and Bobbi Brown make-up, Max C nd d dr es es, ess es and an nd Fake Fak Bake Fak handbags and dresses, tiion ons o n. tanning lotions.

hours of comfort for dry skin. Make-Up A creamy blush, such as Max Factor’s Miracle Touch Creamy Blusher in Soft Pink (£6.99, Superdrug) is the secret weapon to a healthy hy glow in winter. Often skin can look grey, tired n a powder and dull in winter but packing on blush can sometimes emphasise how dry or flaky your skin is. A cream blush iss the perfectt solution. A cream foundation is also a better ation can n option during winter, as liquid foundation eat pick picck grab to dry spots and look patchy. A great on is Max Factor’s Miracle Touch Foundation (£11, Boots). This foundation evens out skin in n d. tone, gives great coverage and is easy to blend. When applied, skin is immaculately covered with a smooth texture, hiding any patches of unev skin. uneven

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Winter is here and it’s a cold one so keeping warm is essential! Knitwear is coming back with a vengeance and really should be a erent part of any guy’s choice of attire. It is divided into three different categories; jumpers, cardigans and chunky cardigans. Let’s start with jumpers. You can get ones of any style and thickness, so shop around. Jumpers always look good underneath military ry style jackets, trench coats and hooded jackets depending on what at you here it’s like or what look you’re trying to pull off. On those days where too cold to wear just a t-shirt and too warm to wear a jacket,t, throw a cardigan on. They come in different colours, styles and sizes that will appeal to anyone. A plain fitted cardigan over a low ow crew neck printed t-shirt always looks great. If the t-shirt underneath rneath is slightly too big for you, then the cardigan will tailor it in hiding iding any bagginess. Long detailed cardigans add instant style to anyy outfit. These could be worn over a buttoned up shirt or again, a detailed low crew neck t-shirt for a touch of class. Chunky cardigans ans have y’re very much pulled their way back into the limelight. They’re nd pretty warmer than slimmer cardigans for those colder days and much anything can be worn underneath them. Being “chunky” hunky” they can make you look a lot broader no matter how skinny kinny you are! If the shops only have a large, and you’re normally a medium, they will still look good; it’s just all part of the “chunky”” look! If d sweatshirt you want to bulk out to fit the cardigan, wear a detailed underneath (this will definitely keep you warm in harsh h weather). op with a If sweatshirts aren’t your thing then a plain low crew top long thin scarf (or snood) underneath, skinny jeans and nd military ady for the boots will give you an up-to-date fashionable look, ready winter weather. So many looks can be had with these pieces so make sure you allow knitwear in your daily wear to battle attle the elements and probably more importantly, stand out

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Max C handbags and dresses, and Fake Bake tanning lotions. Even when you’ve tired of shopping to your hearts content (although if you easily tire of shopping you’re reading the wrong page) there is the Kiss Open Catwalk at the back of the show to keep you occupied. The Open Catwalk is the area which plays host to the aspiring models who have the chance to walk in front of industry experts and show off what they’ve got. Eliza Doolittle also performed an acoustic set on the stage followed by a quick interview with Emma Willis, the host of the event. Of course, the real reason that a large number of excitable girls were crowding the Excel Centre was to see the girls from the television series strutting their stuff in a catwalk show. And what a show it was. A group of dancers ensured that the show was energetic and entertaining, while Delita, Olivia, Amelia, Charlotte, Joy, Alisha and Tiffany along with a host of other professional models provided the fashion. The pieces in the show varied from knitwear for Autumn/Winter, to swimwear for next season all designed by up and coming British designers as well as respected and renowned designers such as Bernard Chandran and Zandra Rhodes. The show then finished with all the girls wearing amazing metallic outfits, with the winner

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of the TV series, Tiffany, taking pride of place in an incredible disco ball inspired dress. Following a storyline, the catwalk almost became a theatre production. All the girls started off walking in the show and one by one, in the order of elimination from the TV series, a girl would be “kidnapped” by the dancers. Eventually it came down to Tiffany and Alisha who wore neon outfits with boxer gloves, with Tiffany becoming the winner. Although Tiffany was the winner of the TV series, it was clear who the public favourite was. Charlotte Holmes received the loudest cheer when she walked on the catwalk, proving that Julien MacDonald can call you rounded but he can’t change the opinion of the British people when it comes to who they want to see wearing the fashion they love.

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Missoni is a brand that epitomises knitwear. It’s chic, but comfortable designs have been evolving in the fashion world for over five decades, holding their popularity against other high fashion giants. It is a credit to the creators, Rosita and Tai Missoni that their garments are still respected and worn every day. In Milan Mil Mi ilan ila an 1953, 1195 953, 953 3 the the brand br brand bra and d started start sta st tar aarted rted rte ed by cre ccreati creating reeat atin ating ting tin ng knitwear knitwe kni kn nitw nit ttwear twe weear ar that ttha th hat would ha wou woul ould o uld follow ul fol foll ollow o llow traditional ll tradit tra tr raadit dition d ittio iional onal on a Italian Italia Ita It taali llian iiaan handicraft h di ft ttechniques. di h i The Th d dynamic i couple l infused colour and texture to create their distinctive patterns which range from rainbow stripes to zig zags. Tai Missoni commented that his creation was like ‘a marriage between art and business’. This description is apparent when studying the designs as the attention to detail is exquisite. The brand is now run by their daughter Angela who continues their ethos. The knitwear which remains the brands signature is her focus, as she describes how she ‘always looks for perfection’ in the garments, with her key to success being the evaluation of how her customers re-interpret and wear the designs. This season their catwalk consisted entirely of knitwear for men and women, providing a masterclass on how to style the knitted garment. For women, they illustrated how layering was essential as one model strutted down the catwalk in a beautiful woven dress, chunky cardigan and huge fur coat. This may seem extreme but Missoni managed to make the look chic by showing a flash of lingerie beneath the mass of wool. Their knitted poncho, skirt and leggings combination with a hint of bra is intriguing to say the least. For males, the look also incorporates layering by dressing the men in chunky cardigans, titanic snoods and fur arm cuffs. Knitwear deserves to be noticed this season and Missoni ensures that fashion stays heated for another winter.

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travel.waterfront@hotmail.co.uk Welcome to another exciting edition of World In Motion, the Waterfront’s kick ass travel section! In this edition we explore the wildlife of Australia and give practical advice for those looking to travel in the future, starting with the basics of food and drink. On top of that our new journalist, Vansessa Harvey, provides us with the latest news from her and Hannah’s adventures in New Mexico. It’s all here!

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In far north Queensland, wedged in between the Great Barrier Reef and the Great Dividing Range lies the city of Cairns, but in spite of its awe inspiring location, in reality Cairns, is just like any other city. Complete with the same old shops, smells, noises and grime of any other city, with the exception of a few

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] 9 + beside them run hundreds of miles of rail track to transport the harvested cane. The trains themselves look utterly ridiculous and ready to topple over with the slightest turn or breeze. Tracks no more than 2 ft wide support a cargo more commonly seen on the rail tracks of Britain in the dead of night; you just want to push them over! The road north from Cairns then transforms into a

// green mountains tower high above the sea. Stopping to admire the view, the mid-winter heat became overwhelming, the sun was scorching and the humidity made you feel like someone had been scribbling over your face with a Pritt stick, but you soon forget about that when you gaze upon the landscape. The north Queensland coast looks like a giant piece of jewellery, with colours so vivid it seemed to me that a gold lining separated the emerald mountains and sapphire sea; I guess the heat had made me delirious. Panicking, I quickly rushed back to the sanctuary of the hire car’s air conditioning, like a drunk to the liquor. As we drew closer to Port Douglas, luxury hotels started to pop up, lining the road in their dozens. Paul Theroux managed to capture the essence of Port Douglas perfectly when he described it as a Nipponized resort with golf courses and Â

] here from Tokyo to buy designer merchandise and hit golf balls. & ] +  / $ Douglas however, does have a few things going for it. For one it’s as close to the outer reef as you’re ever going to get, on the mainland. Two, although it may have all the Tourists of Cairns and Townsville, it lacks all the nasties of city life, in fact, the locals say “it’s the safest town in Australia�. Plus it’s close to the pristine Daintree rainforest and like any good seaside resort it’s got a long, sandy, tree lined beach, which can never be a bad thing, especially when the sea feels like a warm salty bath. A twenty minute drive away from Port Douglas is Mossman Gorge, an accessible part of the Daintree rainforest. At the base of the gorge is an aboriginal settlement, with the wilderness at its fringes, lines of bungalows, with neat mown lawns, picket fences and washing lines make it resemble a very

lost acre of 1950s American suburbia. While at the settlement at Mossman Gorge we encountered an Aboriginal lady by the name of Rosie. She told us all about her people, how they used to live and why Port Douglas had no Aborigines. Apparently in the 19th century Port Douglas had been a thriving settlement of Aborigines and Chinese traders. They were massacred, their bodies piled into mass graves. The town was built on top of the rotting corpses; with no mention of Port Douglas’ bloody past in the history books. Yet another reminder of Australia’s grim and bloody recent history. Mossman Gorge itself is a majestic valley in between some of the towering peaks of the Daintree. At the centre of the valley is a gushing river made up of waterfalls, white water rapids and vast clear swimming pools. Coming straight from the tops of the nearby mountains, the water was freezing, but the / & ) ) / & began to laugh at the people too scared to take the plunge. The / / while snakes and water dragons scampered and slithered in the trees. Journeying on from Mossman Gorge, still further into the northern wilderness, you come to the great Daintree River. The only way across this crocodile infested torrent is by cable ferry, there are no bridges up here. In fact, the Daintree River symbolises the end of civilised Australia, beyond it, there is no electricity, no gas, and the few who live beyond this point have / ) X the odd tea plantation and a few hundred wild cassowaries, (Australia’s largest land animal and a descendant of Kevin from Up). In this wilderness is a little town called Cape Tribulation, one of the few places where the coral comes right up to the coast and on a clear day, one of the best places for snorkelling, although not as spectacular as the outer reef, the coral at Cape Tribulation is easily accessible, with no time limits and boats departures to ruin your day. However if you’re serious about diving and exploring the depths of the ocean, I suggest rather \ _

= 9 compares to the best Australia has to offer. The tropical coast of northern Queensland is truly one of the worlds must see places, not for the reasons you might expect, namely the reef, instead it’s the inland of this mysterious region that truly captures the imagination. Whether it be the vast rainforest, shrouded in mist and low cloud with its waterfalls, swimming holes and exotic wildlife, the rugged green mountains, the rich and bloody history or the people that call the Daintree home, the far north of Queensland is worth a trip half way around the world.

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Twilight has been the series to recreate a new era of vampires. a difference – they sparkle. Gone are the scary, blood-thirsty, killers of the night, and here are the new, tame, vegetarian Cullen family who are desperately trying for a ‘normal’ life. It sounds bizarre, but strangely it works. Twilight tells the tale of an average teenage girl – Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart – who falls in love with the forbidden vampire – Edward Cullen, played by Robert Pattinson. It can be described as a modern day Romeo and Juliet story where both characters fall in love with the other but where they both know that their love is doomed. This contemporary version of an old favourite romance has every girl obsessed with the series – especially main character Edward Cullen. Edward is portrayed as perfect and beautiful, the ideal man, expect from only makes it easier for the female viewer to put themselves in the position of Bella Swan. She is a plain and ordinary girl yet she is able to catch the eye of the most beautiful and unattainable male in town. Hardwicke who has the obvious advantage of being a female director able to capture and express the feelings of a girl in love on screen. !

adapting this beloved book to a faithful onscreen representation of the original novel by Stephanie Meyer. She was hard-pressed to accomplish this with a small budget of only $37 million whereas Twilight’s closest competitor – the Harry Potter series started out on a budget of $125 million. Hardwicke puts a modern American quirky style

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# 10 Teen Choice Awards and 5 MTV Movie Awards, both in 2009. Twilight has also been the beginning of a whole new breed of vampires including an original and unexpected vampire craze amongst young people. Following on from the Twilight series we now % TV programmes appearing on our screens such as: True Blood, Being Human, Daybreakers and Lesbian Vampire Killers. Each of these takes their own ‘modern’ approach to the vampire theme leaving the original of Dracula ideas behind. # – New Moon and Eclipse – have with the fourth on its way. And to ! Breaking Dawn will be split into two parts for release in 2011 and 2012. By Gemma Hockey

) ! following doesn’t mean that it’s any good. Twilight is essentially a tale of girl – meets – boy, except the boy in question is actually a 109 year old vampire. It’s supposedly a love story so epic that the series deserves to be called a ‘saga’. In actuality, like the source material they’re based upon, # utterly terrible, and the planned twoparter adaptation of Breaking Dawn ! &

of Facebook groups with girls bemoaning the lack of an Edward in their lives. Apparently, the perfect man breaks into your bedroom, watches you while you sleep and appetising than the tastiest of pizzas. Despite Bella and Edward spend more time looking angsty and miserable around each other than they do actually smiling, their relationship has somehow become the ideal for every pre-teen going through their moody gothic stage. Fresh from the lip biting school of acting, Kristen Stewart almost seems like she’d rather be elsewhere and her chemistry with Robert Pattinson is close to zilch. But hey, there’s one positive thing we can take from Twilight; gents, if you’re having trouble with the ladies, at least now you know that biting, # # in glitter are musts if you want to bag your very own Bella!

Now I’m all for subverting wellknown genres, but Twilight has attempted to shake vampire lore to its core by... well... making them By Len Cresci sparkly, moody and, to put it bluntly, boring. Especially in comparison to recent offerings to the vampire genre, from the excellent Let the Right One In to the sex-fest that is True Blood, the vampires of Twilight are positively tame. seems to be around the male protagonist Edward, a character who has inspired a disturbing amount

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(BBC1, Wednesdays 9pm) An annual staple of British television ‘The Apprentice’ is back for another series, featuring Britain’s ‘best’ business men and women embarrassing themselves, as The usual mix of arrogant and obnoxious contestants in the show has always been a highlight, and this year’s bunch have not broken the mould. So far they have sold sausages, beach accessories and baked goods, as well as selling to the trade. Featuring a record number of sales the contestants have proved to not all be incompetent, individuals such as Jamie Lester, Liz Locke and Stella English having proved themselves in various tasks. In the boardroom there has been a minor ! " upgraded to ‘Lord Sugar’, which doesn’t have quite the same ring to it. Apart from this, Lord Sugar is much the same as ever, he is still grumpy and still resembles a cartoon lion. The other change in boardroom is the absence of Lord Sugar’s

Oh Twilight. Where to begin. To be fair, Summit Entertainment hit the ! & ' # about the adaptation of a series of novels with an infamously rabid & ( almost critic-proof; it doesn’t matter if they get terrible reviews because this core fan base means that they’ll be raking it in every time.

long standing ‘aide’ Margaret, who has been replaced by Karren Brady. The wit of Margaret is missed but Brady is a perfectly competent replacement, making both damming and constructive remarks about the contestants. Fans of Lord Sugars other ‘aide’ Nick will be pleased to know that he is still at Lord Sugar’s side. In this series, he seems to be expressing his frustration by frowning and looking constantly puzzled at the actions of the wannabe apprentices. Maybe he’s saving his abuse of the contestants for later episodes, or maybe he just misses Margaret. One of the most entertaining programmes on television, the appeal of The Apprentice does not seem to be waning in its sixth year. Still available on i-Player, this should be viewed. Pick a favourite contestant and hope that Lord Sugar doesn’t give them the chop. By Dave Lewis

(E4, Thursdays 10pm) With the elitist sales reps of PhoneShop’s position as ‘Kings of the High Street’ in jeopardy, it is up to new recruit and nervous graduate ‘New Man’ Christopher to enter the dogeat-dog world of the UK high street and ensure they keep hold of the retail crown. PhoneShop is the type of comedy that will split audiences right down the middle. If you have the stomach for over-the-top street slang, dubstep interludes and brand idolisation, you’ll no doubt lap this up. But on the other hand, if you’re left furrowing your brow trying to grasp the lingo, wondering why they recorded a malfunctioning fax machine for the soundtrack, or you still can’t get the hang of texting; this show probably isn’t for you. The main cast mesh well together, Christopher’s awkward disposition contrasts fantastically with the other employees’ salesman arrogance, but it’s the supporting cast’s ‘retail warrior’ swagger that feels contrived and will cause some cringing.

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seem to drag with nothing happening. In terms of trumping the original, the / 3 / X tricks is the stand-out performances from the two child actors sharing an electric on-screen chemistry together. Whilst the original was far more of an [ director ^ = deeply chilling atmosphere. Whilst Let Me In certainly has more of a lust for / ] it manages to reign itself in. Despite following the original almost scene for scene, there is a different style to silence those who do not see the point ( shoulder to shoulder alongside both the original and other rare examples of good remakes.

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Suck fails to raise more than a smile. ( ( ] 3 for those who dislike Twilight, and are not likely to have seen them. The rest of the humour derives from out-dated and clichÊd pop culture references as well as the usual slapstick immaturity Frieberg and Seltzer add to all they’re humorous observation of the genre, ] comic timing is off. Diedrich Bader succeeds in salvaging a few of the funnier lines of dialogue, and Jenn Proske’s Bella impression is the most / Vampires Suck offers nothing of value

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quality has both risen and fallen over the years, but unlike most sagas, the Saw series has completely ignored its detractors and continuously delivered the same successful formula in each &

send off, all the blood and guts are amped up to the max - if a series is going down, it may as well go out in style. Sadly, with regards to the actual story, it is essentially “Saw 6.5� and is certainly a middle of the road Saw

captivating as ever. With the extremely • / ] right towards you in an incredibly over-the-top way, it’s clear that Saw VII simply wants to entertain you and not try to see how much your stomach could handle. What really pushes the ending. Those who’ve followed the series from the start may feel that it’s always been obvious as the greatest mystery is answered, but that is still the perfect way to “make the game come full circle�. 3 A non-stop bang-for-yourbuck splatter fest that deftly brings the series to a spectacular conclusion.

] 3 Squeakyclean, high-school unknown Olive Penderghast (Emma Stone) is thrust into the limelight when an inadvertent white lie about losing her virginity [ found status, Olive stumbles into the business of helping unpopular teenage boys improve their social standing, by allowing them to pretend and tell people that they had sex. ] >3 In the genre of teen comedy, there are few movies that stand the test of time like Clueless or Mean Girls, but Easy A looks set to earn similar affection After being a supporter, Stone gets her big break, proving herself to be an excellent comedienne with superb comic timing and an array of delicious quips, hilarious voices and weird and wonderful facial expressions. (

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that creatively pokes fun at teen clichĂŠs whilst never coming over irritating or too moralistic. It’s not the worthiest 3 ever see, but it’s clever and very funny. You’ll leave the cinema feeling 3 one that you’d be happy to sit and watch again! : Don’t even think about it, I 3 + ˆ

$FWRU 3URÀOH 0DWWKHZ 0F&RQDXJKH\ Matthew McConaughey was born in Uvalde, Texas. 1969. From 1996 to 2002, McConaughey as A Time To Kill, where he plays a young lawyer in the southern states who defends a man, whose 10 year old daughter is brutally assaulted that’s well worth watching. ( ! Contact, Edtv, U-571, The Wedding Planner and Reign Of Fire which, in my But what has happened to his career since 2002? It seems as if ! * Frailty, How to Lose a Guy in 10 days, Sahara and Failure To Launch, is there nothing this man won’t star in? / ' 3 ! 4 5 much promise as a great actor in his early years. He’s now ! ! Ghosts of Girlfriends Past - a waste of good acting talent. By Glenn Johnson

You Haven’t Seen!?... V for Vendetta show? Not the one on the beach, sorry lads, but the dystopian version on the screen of V for Vendetta. Even though it comes from the producers of The Matrix, don’t expect to see an unrealistic, futuristic world unfolding before your eyes. Rather, it is just totalitarian, diplomatically insulated 2020 England. Even more, the plot sets intertextual connections with The Count of Monte Cristo, The Phantom of the Opera and Orwell’s 1984. Even though all seems quite eclectic until in its utmost, with hints of commercialised ! "# $ % & ! ' sabotage is only a spoiler of what is to happen & controlled London. And now enter V: the % & ! ! blow the Parliament’s House, in order to re !

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RAG - Beer Race!

( _ = ( + 25 years of history and some of the craziest fancy dress ideas it truly is a night out you just can’t miss. 9 > @@@ !

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/ =)\ society. Racers travel from the end of Wind Street right up to Oceana on the Kingsway stopping off at 8 locations on the way. In each location tokens given to the racers at the start of the race can be swapped for either soft drinks or a beer/cider. There are prizes available on the night for best fancy dress and most original fancy dress. To see some photos of past racers visit: facebook.com/beerrace2010. Over the years of Beer Race we have seen some of the wackiest = ( (

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SSWIGS’ annual Freshers Camp took place between Friday 29th to Sunday 30th October at Abercraf in the Swansea Valley. We took part in a wide range of fun activities with a hike on the Saturday which took in the beautiful surroundings of the local area and the edge of the Brecon _ took some time to drag some members away. Typical Guides! ! / 3

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ˆ A trip to the national showcaves at Dan-yr-Ogof happened on Sunday where ˜ more jokes about certain members of the committee being amongst their own kind!) and visited the farm and shire horses before heading back to Swansea. ) / you made it a fantastic weekend. The SSWIGS social programme includes / / #

/ / / had a BBQ and gone on a pub crawl this term. We shall also be taking part in ! ! \ ˜!!)\ ™ of the month. If you want to join in the fun contact swanseasswigs@yahoo. co.uk.

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Swansea’s African and Caribbean Society Present... SPOTLIGHT @ Diva’s

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11th of November 2010 at 7pm- 11pm ) [_ ^ / $ Best in Swansea. Swansea’s ACS are hosting a night called ‘Spotlight’, and just like the tin says, It’s a night where we’re highlighting and celebrating the diverse range of cultures we have here in our Uni. So get your cute butts down into Diva’s on Thursday the 11th of November for a night of FOOD, FASHION and LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, including poetry, singing from the Choral Society, a Bhangra dancing tutorial and maybe even a play or two. It’s a night for EVERYONE- A chance to experience something different; taste something different )

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Calling all Swansea University Chess fans. We are looking to start a new Chess Society at Swansea and want YOU to get involved. If you are a complete novice or an experienced player. To get involved email: 513882@swansea.ac.uk

Shoreline Drama On Wednesday the 17th and Thursday 18th of November, Shoreline Drama Society is proud to present two nights of one act plays. Teechers, written by John Godber and directed by Charlie James, is a classroom comedy set in a disadvantaged high school. The play follows the journey of a new drama teacher, Mr Nixon, as he tries to improve conditions at the school and boost the morale of the students. Eventually, we see that even the most enthusiastic can be worn down, but that you can make a difference. Teechers is a lively /

The Morning After, directed my Mathew Jones and written by Sarah Crutwell, is the story of two

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sadness, of hope and hilarity. It’s a light hearted comedy play which we can all relate to. There is the strong and sensitive guy and the divorced woman and her evil ex-husband. All the elements you need The shows are in Divas and doors open at 7:30pm and tickets are just £4 (£3 with concessions). Both shows are on both nights so come along for a very entertaining evening.

American Studies “American Studies Society, only ÂŁ2 to join! We have socials coming up such as Hollywood theme fancy dress, pub golf, playzone, humanities winter ball, laser quest, thanksgiving dinner, Superbowl showings and many more! However it’s not just about the fun, we will be bringing you study advice and help, educational trips and Q&A sessions about your year abroad! Add us on facebook, searchSwansea university American Studies Society or email us at amss_society@hotmail.co.uk to join.â€?

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Written by Careers Advisor Jo Davies

How to track down your dream job So, where should we start on the subject of job hunting? Well, it’s an iterative process covering a wide range of issues, and it depends on where you as an individual are at in terms developing career ideas. You may be:

Where are jobs advertised? ( Â / / http:// www.swansea.ac.uk/careers/jobs/ provide sources of information on many different types of jobs and placements, including the /

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STALLION OF THE WEEK! This week - LUCA CRESCENZIO with photo Shocked chair is shocked! Dear Swansea, many thanks (especially to the rugby boys) for all of your contributions this week (although that story made me a little bit sick in my mouth), it’s been a tough decision however this week’s Stallion of the Week is awarded to Luca Crescenzio for uploading and tagging the picture “Shocked Chair is Shocked� during one of his lectures. Several individuals emailed me in the picture and I’ll be honest I had a cheeky giggle to myself each and every time. As ever if you know a true stallion email me at: deputy@xtremeradio.org.

Simmo Says... RAngharad’s Round-up Shw mae...For all you English folk, that’s Welsh talk for ‘What’s up my bizzle?’ It’s been an excellent week or two in the life of a Swansea socialite, which has seen Wind Street invaded by Chilean Miners (P.S. I admire the blokes involved, but part of me thinks: “How have you been stuck in a cave for the last 69 days and yet arise wearing Oakley sunglasses and not even a hint of stubble? But hey, it seems that everyone loves Chile these days ..hmmmm) and a little incident involving my pants being taken off me, ] [ & wait 45 minutes outside, in the cold, wearing what can only be described as a thin dress! Russell The One Eyed Muscle looked more like Andy Acorn. Highlight of the fortnight, though, has to be Fresh & Freaky: The Halloween Ball at Oceana. With my upper lip and chin looking like the undercarriage of Ann Widdecombe and my jeans so tight you could see all three testicles, I transformed myself into ultimate love slug: Wagner from X-Factor! I felt like god as I fondled my way through Oceana, seeking out the perfect Mary Byrne to take Wagner home for, what I imagine, would look like a / ˆ _ – & ! [ Quila’s I fell asleep in Boudoir and woke up to a rather large bouncer, hovering over me, asking if it was my own piss I was covered in!?! But something genuinely spectacular did happen that night. It can only be on ‘ [/ / & penguin riding around in a Porsche 911 on the streets of Swansea in the near future; you know why! I know we all get messy at Tooters, but Steve ‘Wiggy’ Dobie took it to a new level last week. I watched as he ‘Spit Club’d a mouthful of VK apple, not at his target Ross Archard, but in the face of an innocent bystander in the form of an 18 year old girl, whom he then spent the rest of the night apologising to and buying copious amounts of alcohol for... sadly he did not get what he had in mind. Onto the future now, and tonight is Beer Race! It is one of my favourite events of the year. Teams of Swansea students in group fancy dress slam drinks down their necks all in the name of charity; the funniest pub crawls you’ll ever experience. From the predictable Cool Running’s team, to the sensational SWAT Van team, Beer Race never fails to amaze me. Last year, a team of OAP gentlemen chased me through Oceana throwing Werther’s Originals at me; a predicament I never thought &3 / Also coming up, there’s Labrinth in Oceana on Monday 15th November. This is / "\9 / X ] your head!!

Simmo Says....Take Your Pants Off And Grow A Filthy Moustache!

We’re Rose and Angharad, second year English students who go out and have fun, a lot. Last year making friends and forcing people to drink with us. We were also the people occasionally throwing papers at you on campus. We got sick of people asking us what section we wrote for so decided to actually start doing something with our lives. Now we’re columnists and social secs for Waterfront/ Xtreme, check us out. Our column will be all about us being inappropriate and the stuff that we get up to, because we know you lot all do it too. We hope you enjoy. To begin, we would like to thank our delightful editor James Snaith for the amazing title ‘RAngharad’s Round Up’. And for the picture of us wasted! We have decided to stick with both because they are hilariously inappropriate, and we like this. ^ /

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• / ˆ If all this is new to you and you don’t know where to start, head to a nightclub and it’s usually pretty obvious 3 ( /

] // / ‰ 3 ' / 3 to pull off your most seductive swagger you look this way too. Before you know it you’re playing tonsil tennis in the back of a taxi, not entirely sure whether you’ll be sleeping in Uplands or Brynmill. Who cares how you’ll get home afterwards. More often than not it’s the shambolic walk of shame. Some of you may have experienced this dreaded journey on Monday 1st; we hope you were in some serious fancy dress. There’s nothing worse than waking up not knowing where you are, where your underwear is or the name of that naked person next to you. If you’re lucky you’ll get a conversation in the morning. The unlucky ones awaken to an empty bed and used condoms littering ] ( + / / ( / & 3 [ !(& jackets in every colour of the rainbow and a cheeky grin to match. Also checked out in the university health ^ ^ / [ ( \ ! / rumour about how amazing you are and bask in the glory of your new found stallion status. Enjoy!

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Intramural football - Come rain or shine, games are still on! By Intramural reporters Owain Harries and Rupert Williams

Geography 4 – 2 Urine Trouble (Hair-raising drought cut short) The Geography lads must be relieved broke their goal-scoring duck. Following their goalless draw with Balls Deep FC they agreed to not shave until they scored. Not only did they score but

season moving them up 8th in the league. & "

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so interest grew pre-game regarding the ensuing scoreline. Geography were / goalkeeper fumble allowed the ball to be bundled in by Luke Nash. Urine Trouble didn’t have to wait long either though ! long ball over the top just 10 minutes later. Nash scored again by means of

Swansea Student Events Cup 1st round ďŹ xtures are in! &  #3 draw attracted a lot of excitement for the intramural teams and with Swansea Student Events sponsoring the tournament, it looks like it will be the biggest cup tournament in intramural history. SPR have been handed a tricky Team Sloth, but will be hoping to cause a major upset and pose a real threat in & most exciting games so far this season, Ajax and Photosynthesis will be playing each other again in the cup and with the fact that its winner takes all, things will be even more exciting than the 4-2 win that Ajax claimed in the league earlier on in the season. This season’s slow starters Geography have a tough battle against Uni 6th’s, while the Uni 7th’s are pitted against Hardly Athletic, a

team featuring some Uni old boys from a few seasons ago. With Balls Deep and History quite close in the league, one of them will be hoping for a decent cup run while new boys Urine Trouble have been drawn against the mighty Sketty Bolognese, with Armadillo playing Sub Standard Liege. The other two new teams, Climax and Blazin Bonville Bulldogs have been drawn against each other, so the likely hood of a new team

add a bit of curiosity to the game. After 3 over 300 fans and a shiny new cup, the Swansea Student Events cup is raring to / exit! With the date set (17th November) get down to Ash Road to get a taste of what the cup has to offer.

Results Round Up (3/11/2010) Sketty Bolognese 7 v 0 Balls Deep FC Climax 2 v 3 BBB Geography FC 4 v 2 Urine Trouble Swansea Uni 6th's 1 v 3 Ajax

Swansea Uni 7th's 7 v 2 Sub-Standard SPR 4 v 1 History Boys Hardly Athletic 3 v 0 Team Armadillo PhotoSinthesis 2 v 4 Team Sloth

Hardly Athletic 3-0 Team Armadillo Hardly Athletic moved up to fourth place in the league with a 3-0 over Team Armadillo, a game which also made them the lowest conceding team in the league, having only conceded one goal so far this season. Hoping to bounce back from a 6-2 defeat to Sloth earlier in the week, they threatened Hardly’s defence early on, but it was Hardly who took the ) Z the back of the net from after a cooly converted penalty. Hardly extended their lead from a farfetched goal where a Richard Vaughan cross took a wild ] )

helpless. However, Armadillo were / their keeper pulled off some top drawer ) put the game beyond Armadillo’s reach in the second half after some hard work by right winger Alex Doney paid off and he found Arwel Davies in the box who doubled his goal tally for the match }[@ cup run ahead, Hardly will be looking to /

/ way to do it than remaining beaten and hot on their opponents’ tails.

Ajax 3-1 Uni 6th Ajax Treesdown turned the league wide open with a devastating 3-1 win over the Uni 6th’s. Ajax took the lead from

Dan Clancy after a cross sent in by Chris Petty. Ajax then doubled their lead before the end of the half from a topsyturvy goal with Dan Clancy one on one with the keeper, passing the ball across #

$ post of an open goal. Fortunately for )+ X $ rebound. The 6th’s started a comeback in the second half after a free kick into the box tore the Ajax defence, with the ball knocking off Steph Bulmer and going into the back of the net. However, Bulmer replied to the own goal by scoring another, this time in the opposite / move which started from a Dan Rudge special throw in. With chances then coming from both teams, the 6th’s failed )+ X ( took a well deserved three points from a 3-1, with captain Matt Goldring sending a message out to the other teams, ‘We mean business’.

a Ronaldinho-esque free kick which he hit underneath the wall and found the bottom corner. Urine didn’t give up though and equalised early in the second half after a freak free kick from the half way eluded everyone and went all the way in. Jack O’Brien will claim it, but he can’t say he meant it. Geography retook the lead through James Taylor after a succession of neat passes and one-twos through the middle of the park and he made no mistake in front of goal. With 3 minutes to go Rhodri Thomas scored a long-range effort from the edge of the box after a clearance from the defender. [] \ 3 victory was ensured.

Singleton Park Rangers 4 History Boys 1 SPR got back to winning ways by defeating History Boys 4-1. History Boys’ unbeaten run came to an end after having claimed 4 points from their > )

[ in which History Boys didn’t really threaten the SPR goal except for their consolation strike. Jassim Al Jaber had a one-on-one very early on and took his chance brilliantly by smashing the ball into the roof of the net. SPR top scorer Toby Kember added to his goal tally by scoring a well taken header from a Rhys Thomas cross after half an hour. Ben Swanson scored an audacious effort early in the second half from outside the box. The ball was crossed in by ever-

present Rhys Thomas and semi cleared by the History Boys defender, it fell to Swanson who smashed the ball past into the top corner. Striker Kember completed his brace after a through ball / ( / &

] right into the top corner mid way through the second half. History Boys did get on the scoresheet towards the end of the second half after a goalkeeping error by Olly Kinsey allowed Dovy Cornerford to score. A backpass from the SPR defender was completely ‘air-shotted’ by the keeper and Dovy just had to pass the ball into the empty net.

Uni 7th 7-2 Sub Standard Liege Swansea Uni 7th’s moved to top of the intramural league with a convincing 7-2 win over mid table Substandard Liege. A hat trick from Paul Roberts and a David Watkins double made all the difference for the 7th’s and goals from Oliver John

and Matt Rich also extended their lead. However, Sub Standard managed to exploit the 7th’s defence who conceded

 Bevan and Joe Glover found the back of the net for Substandard.

League Table (as of 4/11/2010) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Swansea Uni 7th’s Team Sloth AFC Ajax Treesdown Hardly Athletic Swansea Uni 6th’s SPR Sketty Bolognese Geography FC History Boys BBB FC Climax Team Armadillo Sub-Standard Liege Balls Deep Photosinthesis Urine Trouble

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GC 2 5 5 1 6 6 3 3 9 14 16 12 13 13 11 10

GD 13 10 7 7 13 6 6 1 -2 -9 -10 -7 -9 -13 -5 -8

Points 9 9 9 7 6 6 6 4 4 3 3 1 1 1 0 0

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SPORT COMMENT PAGE our writers have their say on the big issues Wayne Rooney: Worth It? Richard Hasley examines whether he is worth the money IT CAN’T have escaped the attention of many, football fans or not, the furore that has surrounded Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney in the past few weeks. News broke that he would not be signing a new contract at United and that he wanted out of the club that has failed to hit top gear so far this season. Yet, within two days, he had signed a new 5-year contract, committing himself to a team he previously stated weren’t able to attract world-class players anymore. For many, this simply raised more questions than it answered. Why did Rooney suddenly decide to stay at a club he didn’t feel to be worthwhile? Was it simply a publicity stunt? Was it all about the money? His salary from his new contract is reported to be around ÂŁ200,000 a week now, after all. Whatever the reason, and the truth is unlikely to ever be known - except to those in Rooney’s immediate circle, it is hard to blame the player, never mind what the United faithful might tell you. After all, how many people would be able to say, hand on heart, that they would turn down such a pay increase? Many wouldn’t turn down an X ˆ This may sound cynical, but, when it comes to these sorts +

stick to their principles. Wayne Rooney’s no different - that

(Once a Blue, always a Blue, eh, Wayne?) It’s true that he had no real need to sign a contract paying such vulgar sums of money; he was already earning millions through sponsorship deals that far surpassed what United paid

him. He holds endorsements with Nike, Nokia and EA Sports, to name but a few. But if there’s more money on the table for + /

take it? That then begs the question, why did United offer him such exorbitant amounts of money? Surely, it’s more damaging in this age of economic downturn? But it all boils down to economics. Football teams on the scale of Manchester United are much more of a corporate venture than they are a sporting one. They must therefore invest in assets that will keep their brand and their business model ahead of their competitors, and this is exactly what Rooney is. He is an asset that they believe will enable their team to win trophies and, most importantly, those all-important sponsorship deals. Deals that increase in value the more United win. Prize money for winning the Champions League and Premiership stand at around ₏9 million and £15 million respectively - nothing in comparison to what they will pay in wages to their top earners such as Rooney. But by winning the competitions, the marketability of Brand United increases enormously; t-shirt sales increase, gate revenues go up, and the last, untouched peoples of Asia become die-hard fans. & / ‘ @@@ fans through Old Trafford’s turnstiles at every home game will go straight into Rooney’s pockets. But that’s modern football; it’s business sense from United and, as long as Rooney keeps winning and entertaining, I doubt the fans will complain.

The Race for the Premier League, Play-Off heartbreak and the talent that is Gareth Bale:

Sports Editor Ben Donovan looks at the changing times of Welsh Football

WHAT a difference a decade makes. Ten years ago, most Welsh football fans could have been forgiven for thinking that there was nothing to shout about. While some sets of supporters could gather with their mates at the pub and talk about promotions and play-offs, fans of both Swansea City and Cardiff were worrying about whether their clubs would still be in existence the next time they met up, not to mention the constant failings of the national team. Fast-forward this period and the picture is very different. On Sunday, Cardiff played host to Swansea in the upper echelons of England’s second tier, in what was billed as the most important South

Wales derby in history, and I don’t think many would disagree. Both teams are riding high at the top end of the Npower Championship table and seem well equipped to mount a serious promotion challenge this season. But it wasn’t always as rosy as this. In 2002, Swansea City escaped relegation from the Football League 9X City, which culminated in the Grecians staring down the barrel at non-league football. Just down the M4 in Cardiff, the Bluebirds were relegated to Division Three in 1999-2000, but bounced back with a promotion in 2001 and have / backing of Sam Hammam. Following the Swans lucky escape, /3 turn for the better with a move to the Liberty Stadium in 2005 and, following their promotion to League One in 2005, agonisingly missed out on a place in the Championship after being beaten on penalties by Barnsley in the Play-Off Final at the Millennium Stadium. # ! / from a new stadium - having left their native Ninian Park, to move to the >‘ @@@[ # # ! the summer of 2009. They themselves suffered in the end-of-season-lottery that is the Football League Play-Offs, / /

Blackpool; meaning another marathon season of football in one of the toughest leagues in the world. The signing of Craig Bellamy on loan from Manchester City may have surprised many people, but not others. Bellamy had forever stated his desire to play for his hometown team and keeping # 3 come May. Aside from the rigours of the Football League, Wrexham, the once fashionable team of Wales, have suffered an alarming decline which now sees them fall behind Newport County in the bid to become the third best club in the principality. Relegation from the league in 2007 ran / / X[ striker Dean Saunders as manager gave the team renewed hope and expectation After Wales narrowly missed out on a place at Euro 2004, many expected a new wave of talent to come through the ranks to revitalise what was an ageing team, containing the likes of Ryan Giggs, Robbie Savage and John Hartson. Fans were left disappointed, though, as qualifying campaigns came and went, without any real chance of a place at a + However, new hope is on the horizon with youngsters emerging from the tutelage of Brian Flynn, none more so

than Tottenham’s Gareth Bale; another chapter in Welsh football history that owes patience as a form of yielding success. Eighteen months ago, he seemed destined to be on his way out of White Hart Lane and held the unfortunate statistic of Spurs failing to win every time he played. But today he is now seen as one of the best left sided players in the world. In two Champions League matches against Inter Milan, he terrorised the Brazilian Maicon, widely regarded as the best right-back in the world, as he hit a devastating hat-trick in the San Siro.

But there can be more parallels drawn with a young Ryan Giggs in the way he glides past players with ease, coupled with a cultured left foot and the ability to be dangerous from set pieces. With the likes of Bale, Aaron Ramsey and Joe Allen coming on leaps and bounds, the future is bright for Wales and we wait to see who will become the new manager before the new year with • 9

But, with the football season still very much in its infancy, we wait to see the outcome for the Welsh clubs come May, as it shapes up to be one of the best in the nation’s history.

OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW: Bale (top left) and Ryan Giggs

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Rhys Thomas Sports Reporter A LATE try by Loughborough ten minutes from time was all that stopped Swansea from causing one of the upsets of the season. Torrential rain stopped any chance of ] / kicking seemed the best option. Swansea took an early 6-3 lead, through the boot of Aled Lewis, but poor discipline from the away side and a yellow card for number 8 Cashel Chilvers shortly before half time, meant that going into half time the scores were level at 9-9. Despite the weather, the second half ] / sides displaying high levels of skill and commitment. Early in the half, Loughborough made full use of the one man advantage;

loose ball was picked up and gathered. Aled Lewis, once again, pulled the scores back with a long-range penalty and the score stayed at 14-12 until the / scored in the corner. Another yellow card for Swansea, for scrum half Tom Rowlands, hindered 3 / Z Lewis penalty and constant pressure, the Loughborough defence held out and sealed what was in fact a hard fought victory with a penalty two minutes from time. Swansea coach, Richard Lancaster, was understandably disappointed with the result and bemoaned the discipline from his side. “The boys and I are obviously disappointed as we have travelled to probably the best team in British University rugby and come away with a loss when we could have so easily had a win.� “I think, when we look back, we lacked the composure that Loughborough showed at times and it cost us. Our discipline was poor at key moments, which were frustrating as our defence was very good, but these lapses let Loughborough build points, which in the end led to our undoing.� “I think we can take heart from the result but, more importantly, the team is now feeling the frustrations of three losses on the bounce and are not only / of their own ability. A result is all that’s missing at the moment.�

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SWANSEA NARROWLY BEATEN AT GLAMORGAN Glamorgan 1sts Swansea 1sts

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Swansea were looking to build on their 3-2 victory against Buckinghamshire " BUCS Knockout Championship when they travelled to the title favourites. The home side, who had started the season strongly with two victories after losing just twice the previous season - were aiming to continue their winning run. Swansea, on the other hand, were seeking to build on their 1-1 draw against Southampton Solent in

UNLUCKY: The Mens football team were unlucky not to get a result at Glamorgan

The game was played in wet, overcast conditions and it was obvious, just from the warm-up, that this had the potential to affect the type of football played. Glamorgan began the game as the stronger of the two sides and the early pace of the game indicated how much both teams were up for the challenge. X chance of the match. The Glamorgan striker was sent clear and he had his shot on the run, saved by Swansea goalkeeper Danny Atherton. The home team continued to create chances, but the visitors were resilient, with each wave of attack being thwarted by Swansea’s last line of defence. Swansea always had the potential to cause problems on the break, with the particularly impressive Josh Hemper causing problems with his pace. They were almost hampered with an injury

( / minutes, but he bravely played on and it was Glamorgan who eventually took the lead, with Adie Harris latching onto [/ Conceding the opening goal seemed to inspire Swansea, with Tobin showing he

had recovered by creating Swansea’s best chances. However, Glamorgan still had the ability to score at any time and they doubled their lead after 26 minutes, albeit from an unfortunate own goal. Things almost sparked out of control on the stroke of half-time, when a X harsh words, but the referee, who did a + / conditions, dealt with it swiftly. The second half continued in much the same vein, with both sides creating chances / / ( Glamorgan goalkeeper, who had been dealing admirably with any threat posed by Swansea, almost gifted the away side a route back into the match with several sloppy clearances, but his defenders covered for him on both occasions, as the pitch continued to cause problems for both sides. ) / entertaining encounter, Glamorgan proved why they are considered such a dangerous team after an impressive performance, but Swansea emerged with pride intact and can be pleased with how they played in the second half.

WOMENS RUGBY EARN FIRST WIN OF SEASON Swansea 1sts St Mark & St John

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Rachel Clayton Deputy Sports Editor THE WOMEN’S Rugby team bounced back from their defeat against Bath,

against St Mark & St John. After securing a promotion to the Western Conference Women’s 1A division last season, Swansea Women’s Rugby faced tough opposition in their a strong Bath side; Swansea suffered a heavy 64-5 defeat, bringing an abrupt end to their recent winning ways. Going into their second match on Wednesday, the girls looked ever more determined to prove their worth in such a high division and they didn’t fail to disappoint. On their home turf, Swansea looked sharp from the outset and settled in with an early try from Carole-Ann Burt. Continuing to pile on the pressure, !

• ] ) Lawrence cross over for their second try, this time to be converted by Burt, who maintained her composure, despite Before the half hour mark Swansea struck once more. Working well from right to left, the girls again found Lawrence in good space, allowing for

her to side-step those in her path and cross over for her second try of the match. Despite not converting this time, Swansea found themselves in a strong position heading towards half time. However, following repeated offside offences, Swansea Captain Katrina Morris was sin-binned. With Morris forced to sit out for ten minutes, the visitors saw their opportunity to push X player. Their hard work eventually paid off, as the away side broke through ! 3

conversion of the match. With both sides working to see out the half as the stronger team, Swansea were awarded a penalty kick from outside the 22 yard mark. Facing another challenging task, Burt again stepped up and powerfully cleared the posts for an impressive kick, which proved to be the last play of the half. Swansea looked 20-7 lead. Still forced to the side-line as the second half commenced, Morris #

surge ‘Mar-John’ continued their attack, forcing a high tackle from Burt who also found herself sin-binned. As the away team pressed, a try looked imminent with the forwards diving for the line, only to have the ball held up at the last moment by Siwan Lillicrap. Sensing danger, Swansea proceeded to make

FIRST WIN: Carole-Ann Burt converts once more to help the home side to victory

– % // forced off through illness to be replaced by Jodie Denton and Heather JosephZ / ) X  Despite having all players returned to play, ‘Mar-John’ were persistent in their pressure, moving the ball easily from right to left and eventually scoring their second try. After missing the conversion, Swansea hit back once again, brushing off hard tackles and signs of injury to maintain their 20-12 lead as the / # %

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BOXING CLUB: AN UNDERDOG STORY Martin Maxwell Sports Reporter IT WAS a new year and a new decade, so I thought I would try something new, different and extreme. I signed up for the Amateur Boxing Club. Friendly people, a focused discipline, and above all, some physical exercise seemed like a great idea. _ / ] X [ endorphins, the likes of which not even ] & & was not the only one having a time of

+ [ [ [ [ sensation. Nearly thirty years ago Swansea University’s Boxing Club was disbanded, but in November 2007 it / / current Head Coach Avoen Perryman’s shock at its demise; and in the three short years following that decision it has advanced beyond what anyone could have hoped or imagined. The new Amateur Boxing Club started its return by making itself known Amateur Boxing scene, impressing clubs and coaches alike with the speed of their growth, with current captain Calum Spours holding the title of Welsh University’s 65kg Champion for 2009/2010. Not limiting themselves to the Welsh circuit, they took on the next big challenge: BUCS. They came out triumphant, gaining both the important accolades and the attention of internationally ranked coaches such as Wayne Gardner, the British International University coach, and Quentin Shillingford, the

THE SPORTING WEEK AHEAD By Sports Editor Ben Donovan If you have recovered from the great sporting weekend that we have just had, then its time to look at the weeks ahead as there are more great matches to keep an eye on. There is a full programme of Barclays Premier League and Npower Football X yourself down to JC’s and Woody’s to catch all the action starting on Tuesday with Stoke City hosting Birmingham at the Britannia Stadium (Sky Sports 2, 7.30pm). Then it’s the Manchester derby on Wednesday night as City take on United at the City of Manchester Stadium and you can catch all the action from 7pm on Sky Sports 2. Elsewhere in the Premier League, Arsenal face a tricky trip to Molineux to face Wolves, while Chelsea play host to West London rivals Fulham at Stamford Bridge. In the Npower Championship, Swansea City take on Bristol City on Wednesday night at the Liberty Stadium (kick off 7.45pm), so why not take a trip down and support the Swans on the back of the South Wales derby on Sunday, while fellow promotion hopefuls Cardiff visit Reading.

PACKING A PUNCH: Swansea University Boxing Club has gone from strength to strength since its inception in November 2007

England and Royal Navy squad coach, consistently praising them for their “development and high standard of coaching�. The young club has already managed alumni in the form of Sion Woodman who was BUCS 75kg Champion >@@“[>@K@ = _ _"#! ! ^ Š` >@@“[>@K@ aforementioned Calum Spours and the notable former club captain, Rhodri Kilcoyne. One of the clubs crowning jewels of

glory came in 2009 when Kilcoyne took [ / X more distinguished local club. During the second round, Kilcoyne delivered a knockout blow, much to the surprise of 3 !Â’# crew following him. This added to the hype surrounding the club, which it is all too happy to live up to. The club has truly gone from strength to strength; adding feathers to its cap every chance it gets, due to the dedication of X coaching, and has churned out national

champions in only three years. So whether you know your way around a ring or are just looking for a new / levels of experience and commitment. They hold open meets twice a week, on Wednesdays at 6pm in the Sketty Lane Sports Hall, and on Fridays in The Warehouse Gym, opposite Oceana, both at ÂŁ2.50 a session. If your club wants a feature like this then contact our Sports Editor, Ben Donovan at waterfront.sport@hotmail.co.uk

AU Fixtures -

Wednesday 10th Nov

Badminton

(Sports Centre)

Lacrosse

Womens 1sts v Winchester 1sts (Sports Centre) Mens 3rd v Cardiff 2nds (Sports Centre)

Squash

Mens 1sts v Mark & St John 1sts (Fairwood)

Basketball

Hockey

Mens 1sts v Glamorgan 1sts (Sports Centre) Womens 1sts v Glamorgan 1sts (Sports Centre)

Mens 2nds v Glamorgan 2nds (Astroturf) Womens 1sts v Bristol 2nds (Astroturf) Womens 3rds v Glamorgan 2nds (Astroturf)

Mens 2nds v UWIC 2nds (Sports Centre)

At the weekend, Aston Villa host Manchester United and Roy Hodgson’s resurgent Liverpool face a tough trip to Stoke. Meanwhile on Sunday, Sky Sports Super Sunday sees Arsenal visit Goodison Park to play Everton, while Chelsea play Sunderland at Stamford Bridge. For all you Rugby fans out there, Saturday sees the second week of Autumn internationals as England face Australia at Twickenham, Ireland play ! ! ) [_ ^

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[ }[ against South Africa starting on Wednesday before facing an Australia ‘A’ side on Monday, November 15. Finally, next weekend sees the end of the Formula One season as the drivers )/ Z / you can catch all the action from 1pm on BBC One on Sunday, November 14. Ben’s ‘One’s to Watch’

Tennis Womens 1sts v UWIC 1sts (Sports Centre Courts)

Manchester City v Manchester United (Barclays Premier League, Wednesday, Sky Sports 2, 7pm) England v Australia November 13, 2.30pm)

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Wales v South Africa November 13, 2.30pm)

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Football Mens 4ths v Cardiff 4ths (Fairwood) Womens 2nds v Newport 1sts (Fairwood)

Ireland v New Zealand (Saturday, November 20, 5.30pm)

Fencing Mens 1sts v Bristol 2nds (Pavilion) Netball Womens 3rds v Trinity St Davids 1st

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Inside Issue 195: The tale of a true underdog: Martin Maxwell looks at Swansea University Amateur Boxing Club (Page 39) Mens Rugby Union suffer defeat at Loughborough (Page 38) ; q\ ‡Ž{ Richard Hasley examines whether Wayne Rooney is worth his new contract ‘ + &

Wales (Page 37)

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