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Aberystwyth Tops Wales University Satisfaction Poll… Again
For the ninth year in a row, the small seaside town of Aberystwyth has been ranked the top university for student satisfaction in Wales. The 2024 National Student Survey was published in July and compiled responses from 345,000 students across…
Shocked Students Discover “Life-Threatening” Scorpion in Shein Delivery
A student from the University of Bristol made a startling discovery while unboxing her latest Shein delivery. Sofia Alonso-Mossinger had ordered a pair of boots from the online retailer, but was shocked to find something unexpected inside the translucent zip-locked…
The Best Pubs in Cardiff – A Student’s Guide to Pints, Atmosphere and Hidden Gems
As one of the UK’s top student cities, Cardiff’s Vibrant student life thrives around its pubs, playing a significant role in shaping the social scene. However, as a student, choosing the right one can be difficult. After years of living…
It Ends With Us: A Review
It Ends with Us is a new adaptation of Colleen Hoovers’ best-selling romance/drama book. It tells the story of Lily Bloom (Blake Lively), who navigates her past trauma while part of a love triangle between her partner Ryle (Justin Baldoni)…
Five Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting University: What They Don’t Tell You in the Brochures
When coming to university as a first year, it’s easy to have a vision in your head of what it will be like. Deciding on which university to attend is a tough decision but researching Cardiff beforehand paints a picture…
The Penguin: Can Gotham’s New Crime Boss Stand Out in a Post-Batman World?
Titled ‘After Hours’, the first episode of HBO’s new mini-series The Penguin opens with its titular character brooding over Gotham City at sunset. News reports play in between shots of Oz Cobb aka ‘The Penguin’, played by Collin Farrell. The news details…
Did Lordes Pure Heroine Change the Landscape of Pop Music?
Whilst scrolling through social media the other week I saw a post commemorating the 11th Anniversary of the release of Lordes debut album Pure Heroine. Fans and critics alike were praising the album for its lasting impact on the modern-day…
Why Online Learning is the Future: Embracing Flexibility and Access in Education’s New Era
During 2020, roughly 75% of students received their education through online platforms, meaning that almost every student in attendance at university today has experienced some form of online teaching. Since the year 2000, the e-learning industry has had a growth…
Cardiff University Students Take on University Challenge
The Cardiff University team for the popular and prestigious quiz show University Challenge is set to take to screens this year and prove their knowledge against 27 other teams from universities across the UK. Organised by the Cardiff University Quiz…
Greener Choices for Brighter Futures
Since the dawn of the new millennium, climate change has been a constant fixture in public discourse, shaping how world governments pass legislation and interact within the global markets, as well as how we as individuals come to terms with…