Words and images by Kat Mallett Going to university comes with a multitude of challenges, decisions and opportunities. It is drilled into students from the outset to make the most of their time at university, and seize every experience offered to them. With this in mind, when I attended a first-year lecture in which we told about the possibility to study abroad, I was at … Continue reading Living Abroad Series: Dunedin
With another local lockdown being introduced to Cardiff, we wanted to hear what some of your favorite films are based on the theme of loneliness. What is it about these films that allows us to find solace and comfort in them, even in the hardest of times? Slow burning, brooding and emotionally charged- weÔÇÖve got the perfect films lined up highlighting the theme of solitude … Continue reading Cinema of Solitude
Image: Daria-Yakovleva (via pixabay) University kitchens are certainly not a sight many students will have come across before they come to uni themselves- which is perhaps a good thing as it might put them off! Often, leaving a group of fresh-faced young adults to live independently and share a kitchen for the first time can at best, lead to a few passive-aggressive messages in the … Continue reading How To Survive A University Kitchen
By Marcus Yeatman-Crouch ThereÔÇÖs no game that quite sums up how weÔÇÖre all feeling at this point in the year than Among Us. Despite being out for 2 years already, itÔÇÖs sprung onto the scene as an accessible, addictive party game that can be enjoyed alone or with a bunch of friends. But why is it that it has so suddenly shot to fame? What … Continue reading Among Us: All Your Friends are Sus
Disclaimer: Private screener was provided as part of press release By Maya Deane Say Your Prayers is a thought provoking film that tackles themes such as brotherly relationships, guilt, misplaced trust, prejudice and places a twist on the serious theme of religious radicalisation. Despite the serious topics covered within the film, it is a hilariously dark comedy, with characters that you will love to hate, … Continue reading Say Your Prayers (2020) Review
Written by Megan Evans Illustration by Amelia Field The model and actor Emily Ratajkowski has accused photographer Jonathan Leder of sexually assaulting her during a photoshoot at his home in 2012, a claim he strongly denies. Leder published a book of the photos in 2016. Ratajkowski claims this was without her consent, but Leder disputes this. – This article should analyze RatajkowskiÔÇÖs fight to financially … Continue reading Dissent for Consent
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Words by Maggie Gannon Founded in London in 2011, social shopping app Depop boasts approximately 20 million users and is a firm favourite amongst many young people who seek to scout out the latest vintage finds, fast fashion trends, start up a small business, or even clear out their own wardrobes for a bit of well needed spare cash. The app is well-known for promoting … Continue reading When Depop Goes Wrong
by Madeleine Griffiths . A solitary rose stands regal and untouched, Her sophistication peerless amidst the chaos of the world. Below Her horticultural subjects bask in the fervour of her transcendent beauty. Twisting her crimson countenance up towards the sun, She bows to her omnipotent queen. . Stretching out between the chartreuse blades of grass, Silvery threads tremble in the gentle evening breeze. They catch … Continue reading Poem – Rose
Words by Bonnie Wileman Most of us had our introduction to Greek mythology as kids, whether singing along to DisneyÔÇÖs Hercules or immersing ourselves in the Percy Jackson series. The Greek gods have become household names despite the fact we no longer pray to them or leave them offerings in the form of a sacrificed goat, and although our childhood favourites revived this culture, itÔÇÖs … Continue reading Classic VS Retelling
By Megan Evans As students have begun to return to university, sticking to the social distancing rules has practically gone out of the window. Illegal raves have been occurring throughout the UK, some of the biggest ones being in London, Bristol, Manchester, South Wales and Yorkshire, just to name a few. These events have been a cause for the number of coronavirus cases to rise. … Continue reading Illegal Raves: Selfish Events or Illicit Utopias?
By Maja Metera Emily in Paris was made by the creator of Sex and the City, Darren Star, but apart from ridiculous outfits and the height of the high heels ÔÇô the show has nothing of the cult fashion drama. Those who know me are well aware that I love Sex and the City but itÔÇÖs not the easy kind of love. It has its … Continue reading Sexy Or Sexist?- Emily In Paris Review
Artwork by Ellie Hutchings Words by Alice Clifford I canÔÇÖt be the only one who gets on a plane with the hope of being swept up in a whirlwind holiday romance. I am much more consumed by the thought of late-night swims and cocktails by candlelight than the museum tours that trip advisor has recommended. And whilst the idea of a holiday romance instantly sparks … Continue reading A Whirlwind Romance: the Pros and Cons of a Holiday Romance
Words by Sasha Nugara Photography by Sasha Nugara As we welcome the Autumn months and say goodbye to the hot sun, home growers and farmlands find themselves inundated with all those wintery fruits and vegetables that we all know and love. My family absolutely love growing their own produce and each year our garden is swamped with apples, pears, blackberries and butternut squash. We have … Continue reading Autumn Stars
By Lewis Empson News that rocked the gaming scene last week was the announcement of MicrosoftÔÇÖs acquisition of ZeniMax Media, parent company to beloved games studio, Bethesda. This sent out a shockwave of speculation surrounding exclusive Xbox titles, impacts to already announced titles and what we could expect from future Bethesda games. WeÔÇÖve rounded up some speculation plus our own thoughts as to the future … Continue reading Thoughts On: The Xbox/Bethesda Deal
Words and Image By Indigo Jones On October 13th, CardiffÔÇÖs hub for extravagant and magical cocktails, The Alchemist is teaming up with Grey Goose and social enterprise Foodinate to collect donations for foodbanks. They are calling for people to bring in non-perishable items of food and in exchange donators will receive a free cocktail. So, you are not only raising awareness of food poverty and the … Continue reading The Alchemist Swap Shop
Words by Rachel Citron Loungewear has become a cult staple in any wardrobe. Sales have boomed as a result of the pandemic with consumers swapping jeans for joggers as comfort is key. The BBC reported in April that when the lockdown began in March, the UK online demand for loungewear had soared 322%. The data was collected by LoveTheSales.com which is a website that aggregates … Continue reading Affordable, Sustainable and Splurge-Worthy? Here Are A Few of The Best Places to Find Quality Loungewear
An interview with Joel Rochester by Neus Forner It’s unimaginable how big the online book community has become. Bookstagrammers, BookTubers, book bloggers… The love for books has reached almost every type of content. As book influencers, they have become essential in the book market, many turning their love for books into their dream job. In order to understand what really goes inside the book blogger … Continue reading An Interview with Book Blogger Joel Rochester @fictionalfates
Words by Jacob Evans My Siren In the abyss Her eyes absorb gold,┬á A guilty treasure Of fate untold. Her hair floats,┬á Dark and deep, Whisping and wrapping In the current of her temptation Her skin escapes friction, Pure as the ocean floor.┬á Freckles dust her moonlit face, For there is always light in her dark place. Looking up, her body still, She does not … Continue reading Poem – My Siren
Words by Alex PayneImage via Pomona PR ThereÔÇÖs only a select few nu-metal bands that most people would be comfortable admitting that they listen to, but Deftones are likely one of them. While the label isnÔÇÖt strictly accurate, itÔÇÖs not hard to see why a handful of angry dudes in wide jeans wielding guitars from Sacramento got lumped in with the likes of Korn, Coal … Continue reading Album Review: ‘Ohms’ by Deftones
