The Pigeon - January

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Across
  1. 3. The new term for fans of Arsenal FC, coined by the internet. (7)
  2. 4. Sarah Greenwood, a Wimbledon College of Arts graduate, received an Oscar nomination for her production design on this pink-hued 2023 blockbuster. (6)
  3. 6. Last name of UAL Alumnus and famous actor known for his roles in The Mamma Mia (2008), King's Speech (2010) & Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014). (10)
  4. 7. Medieval English poet who first linked St Valentine's Day with romantic love in Parlement of Foules. (7)
  5. 10. The specific Cirque du Soleil production currently running at the Royal Albert Hall (opened Jan 9th). (3)
  6. 14. UAL college located on Peckham Road, SE5, historically renowned for its decorative arts and illustration courses. (10)
  7. 15. The specific number of pigeons awarded the Dickin Medal (the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross) for service in WWII. (9)
  8. 18. Term used to describe a young, domestic pigeon, often referencing those raised for food. (5)
Down
  1. 1. Genetic studies confirm that the Nicobar pigeon is the closest living relative of this flightless extinct bird. (4)
  2. 2. A super-black man-made pigment absorbing nearly all light, the rights of which are owned by UAL alumnus Anish Kapoor. (10)
  3. 5. The new country that seems to be next in the long list of countries Trump wants to invade. (9)
  4. 8. The specific brand of iron hand-press housed in LCC, dating back to the early 1900s. (6)
  5. 9. A single red one of these is a classic Valentine's gift. (4)
  6. 11. The Manchester band whose reunion tour was the most talked-about musical event of 2025. (5)
  7. 12. Feb 14th is considered the most romantic one of these in the calendar. (4)
  8. 13. The stadium (named after a denim brand) hosting the Super Bowl next month. (5)
  9. 16. Prestigious art prize won by UAL alumni including Steve McQueen and Grayson Perry. (6)
  10. 17. In classical mythology, he is the god of desire, erotic love, attraction and affection, often depicted with a bow. (5)