Coming to university, I had only ever had two people to discuss books with. One was a friend from school with whom I lost contact, and the other was my Mum. Bonding with my mother through our shared love of reading is amazing – and not something everyone gets to experience. Nowadays, we read many of the same books and get to talk through theories … Continue reading Literary Friendships: Bonding Through Books
I had the pleasure of speaking to a Cardiff local and one of my favourite social media content creators. Cassie, also known as @thisis.cassie, creates and curates content about Cardiff and other countries she has explored. She shared her top travel tips and explained why Cardiff, Wales, and the UK are underrated travel destinations. What inspired you to create lifestyle and travel content, and where … Continue reading Interview with @thisis.Cassie- Cardiff’s Own Travel Influencer
From battling the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic to recently achieving career milestones like a Bronze Brit Breakthrough award, The K’s are certainly ones to watch. Jenny Algieri sits down with Ryan Breslin to talk about the band’s journey, their recent accomplishments, and what lies ahead for The K’s. The K’s have recently celebrated a major achievement- a Bronze Brit Breakthrough award. Ryan spoke of … Continue reading In Conversation With The K’s
It was my first time attending the Society Spring Showcase, but it was something I will never forget. The talent on display was unbelievable! A wide variety of acts showcased their talents, including a mixture of A Cappella, FAD extravaganzas, and a Brass Band with audience participation to conclude the show. It truly was a fantastic evening. Yet, the most heart-warming aspect of it all … Continue reading Spring Showcase – Embracing the Arts at Cardiff University
Growing up in an increasingly digitised world has increased the importance of self care breaks and digital detoxes. When I want to unplug myself from technology and social media, I take myself to the Gower Peninsula, South Wales. Having been there every summer since I was born, there is no better sanctuary than the beautiful miles of beaches available. From a surfer’s haven at Llangennith, to tucked … Continue reading A Coastal Reset: Digital Detoxing on the Gower Peninsula
Cafe curiosity I’ve heard the rumours. I’ve seen the photos. And I know about the awards. Yet I still can’t explain why I haven’t been to Pettigrew bakeries yet. Maybe it was out of fear that I would be disappointed after hearing all of the comments about this cafe. But I’m so glad I did go in the end- even if I had to fight … Continue reading Pettigrew Bakeries – A pretty Cafe review
Dating apps love to sell us a story of finding our soulmates using algorithms and prompts, as if finding the perfect partner is solely down to a matching of criteria. Through my years — yes, years — of being on and off dating sites, I’ve come to the conclusion that they are nothing more than glorified hookup sites. Sure, you get the odd happy ending … Continue reading Dating in the Digital Age
Getting the date right on Valentine’s Day can be stressful, whether it’s to celebrate a longstanding relationship or to woo a situationship, the time, place and atmosphere can be crucial for making a memorable Valentines. A table for two is the staple hallmark of a Valentine’s date- after all, with all the love in the air, who has time to cook? If a candlelit … Continue reading Best Places for Valentines in Cardiff
The five love languages of ‘Quality Time’, ‘Giving Gifts’, ‘Words of Affirmation’, ‘Acts of Service’ and ‘Physical Touch’ are all special in their own ways showing the varied ways we express and receive love! From Quality time to Words of Affirmation and Giving Gifts, it’s funny how humans love differently despite our similarities. My love languages evolved over the years and continues to shift through … Continue reading Love Languages Explained: What’s Yours?
‘I was born in England, but my mum is from the Netherlands and my dad is Syrian.’ It is a sentence I’ve uttered countless times throughout my life. But the answer to the common small talk question ‘where are you from?’ was far from simple for me. Born and raised in the UK until the age of 5, living in Aleppo for 2 years, and returning to … Continue reading Third Culture Kids: Identity Across Boarders
Sappho – Fragment 147 – Written by: Samira Abbey Sappho’s fragment 147, ‘someone will remember us / I say / even in another time’, resonates with me as more than just a poetic reflection on legacy; it’s a subtle, powerful reminder of resilience. Queer people, who have navigated history often overlooked or erased yet unquestionably present, will find this message especially relevant. Sappho’s words transcend … Continue reading Connecting with Poetry: Finding Emotion in Experiences
While it may not be open late, I think The Secret Garden is the perfect way to kick off date night. I personally love an evening stroll through Bute park, coconut matcha lattes and cake. Well, The Secret Garden offers all three. Many a time I have met my boyfriend there for a drink and a sweet treat and leisurely strolled through the park, before … Continue reading Date Night in the Diff
Among the wave of TikTok influencers who have rose to stardom within the last five years or so, Addison Rae somehow stands apart from them and is in a league of her own. From filming dance TikToks in the infamous Hype House bathroom to attending red carpets such as the VMAs, Addison Rae has transformed from a viral TikTok sensation into a recognised fashion icon, … Continue reading From TikTok Star to Style Icon: Addison Rae’s Style Evolution
The pope is dead, the throne is vacant, and Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is left in charge of finding a worthy successor. This is the main conflict of Edward Berger’s two-hour epic Conclave, a pressure-cooker concept where the natural progression of a religious institution may lead to its destruction. Two years ago, Berger became a household name with All Quiet on the Western Front (2022), … Continue reading Review: Conclave (2024)
Gossip Girl TW – Mentions of eating disorders There is a common misconception about Gossip Girl. For a show with such a title, the honest-held belief of many fans is that Serena and Blair are the pinnacle of female friendship in TV. I’m not sure if many people base their opinions on Tumblr, or only half-watched the show, but as iconic as the Upper East … Continue reading Female Friendships Representation in Film and TV
An ode to pancakes. Crepe pancakes. The simple French tradition that harps back to infant days and begins our journey. The thin runny batter that ultimately scrambles the first time because of childhood impatience, but is soon guided by a mother’s skilful hand, to create piles of soft cakes, whose edges were slightly crispy. Swiftly adorned with spoonfuls of sugar, lashing of lemon juice and handfuls … Continue reading Pancakes Please!
CLWB IFOR BACH. January 25th 2025. I stood in a dimly lit room, surrounded by the community of Cardiff’s underground music scene. The crowd, large and diverse for the setting, included not just alternative students and young adults, but also parents, loved ones and friends of the performers. All eyes focused on the band performing on stage, who were illuminated by a neon glow of … Continue reading The Cheeky Habibis: Tuning into Cardiff’s Music Scene
Love is universal. Whether it’s your family and your friends; your partner or a pet, it exists in all our lives. Love is holding someone very close to your heart, but that does not always mean they are close to us physically. Learning to adapt to our environment is hard enough as a human being in this massive world, and then you add someone else … Continue reading Long Distance Love
Are there any heroes left in the modern age of dating? In this modern age of dating, something very interesting can be observed: the simultaneous celebration of both intentional abstinence and sexual exploration. This duality represents not a contradiction in how we are approaching our love lives, but instead an evolution in how individuals claim agency over their sex lives, making narratives that transcend traditional, … Continue reading Holding out For a Hero
‘Why don’t you just wash your face?’. As someone who has personally struggled with acne, this has to be the worst of a bad bunch of comments you might throw at somewhere who has tried every product, antibiotic, and pimple patch under the sun. Some seem to be uneducated about the harmful opinions regarding skin and appearance. However, there is also an influx of understanding … Continue reading Patches in Public
