A Fresh Look on Student Favourites!

By Molly Spencer The Foundry and Owain Glyndwyr’s, two local treasures, are back and better than ever! After a three week closure, the Owain is open again and raring to go. Open seven days a week from 11am–12am, later on Fridays and Saturdays, the Owain Glyndwr is in the centre of Cardiff—opposite the castle, making it perfect for a night out on the town. The … Continue reading A Fresh Look on Student Favourites!

Ones to Watch: Cardiff’s University’s Second Film Festival

By Ellie Evans In association with Cardiff Students’ Union, Film Production Society introduced Cardiff University’s second annual film festival on Thursday, 23rd October at Y Plas. With six short films, each presenting a unique and thought-provoking storyline, these screenings celebrated the dedication and passion behind cinematic projects. Each director took to the stage to deliver a speech before their film was played. Sharing their gratitude … Continue reading Ones to Watch: Cardiff’s University’s Second Film Festival

My Body Hates Me: Invisible Illness Table for Two?

I have the greatest pleasure on Earth of having not one but two chronic and incurable illnesses despite looking like I am in perfect health. Until a couple years ago, I was very active; I went to the gym, played tennis, and walked everywhere I went. Then, I got smacked down with the iron hammer of disability and have been just having a whale of a time… Continue reading My Body Hates Me: Invisible Illness Table for Two?

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Rock, Rage, and a Weeknight Stage: The Student Band Revamping Grunge

Zero—the year-old lovechild of Cardiff Uni students Joel, Luke, Lily, and Toby. I was first introduced to their sound (self-described as “aggressively put-together”) through mutual contacts, and they live up to that moniker through a mix of grunge and alt rock that gives an idea of the kind of young sound that is taking over Cardiff’s extensive music scene. Continue reading Rock, Rage, and a Weeknight Stage: The Student Band Revamping Grunge