by Sai In our modern age, we are always surrounded by images in all forms, whether itÔÇÖs advertising, art, or a photo accompanying an article. Everyone has seen in some form or another, a mass of immigrants being portrayed to push an anti-immigration policy. Instead of women or children, or even just individuals, large numbers of men are used, to invoke a certain feeling with … Continue reading The Power of Photography
By Eleanor Scales & Lindsay Smith Being homeless is never a great time – but the winter months are when people suffer the most, due to a lack of coats, clothes, blankets and shelter. Last year, it was reported that 78 homeless people died due to cold weather. We spoke to ex-homeless people – who are now living in free accommodation provided by homeless charity … Continue reading We spoke to ex-homeless people about what itÔÇÖs like to live on the streets in the yearÔÇÖs coldest months
Rhianna Hurren-Myers Climate change is like an old family heirloom, increasing in cost as it is passed down from generation to generation. Except this time, the antique issue of global warming is about to self-destruct, and with it falls civilisation and society as we know it. For though we are not the first to hold the burden of climate change in our hands, we will … Continue reading A Rallying Cry for Survival
Words By Angelica Marengo On the 14th of March, a friend of mine and I had the pleasure of tasting some of CilieginoÔÇÖs specialities. Ciliegino is an Italian restaurant located inside Cardiff Saint DavidÔÇÖs Centre and opened its doors to the city in 2017. After finding out that the chef, Tonino, is the owner of five other restaurants in Sicily, I could not wait to … Continue reading Ciliegino | Review
Katherine Waldock At the end of 2018, Instagram influencers across the world were accused of ÔÇÿblackfishingÔÇÖ, a term coined to describe white people who dress up and alter the way they look in order to┬á┬á┬áappear black. This includes wearing make-up, tanning, and even having surgery, such as lip fillers or bum implants. The conversation first started when a freelance writer, Wanna Thompson, tweeted about … Continue reading Blackfish. Blackface. What next?
by Rowan Lees James Blake has returned with his fourth full length album in eight years, adding to the success of the previous with fresh musical ideas, solid songwriting and a welcome spark of joy. The release of the tracklist intrigued, with record breaking, rap producing powerhouse – Metro Boomin listed on two songs along with Travis Scott, Moses Sumney, and the elusive Andre 3000. … Continue reading Album Review: Assume Form by James Blake
Poppy Jennings *Trigger warning ÔÇô this article discusses rape and sexual violence* A 17-year-old girl ÔÇô and I cannot stress the word girl┬áenough ÔÇô had her own underwear held up in court last week after being raped. Her rapist, a 27-year-old man, was acquitted because the court decided that because she was wearing a thong, she was already ÔÇÿopen to sexÔÇÖ. So, yet again, … Continue reading “She was asking for it”
By Kathleen Walker ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿà Eighteen years ago, a choir was by formed by a group of friends joining together to sing for after-dinner entertainment. ItÔÇÖs a story which could be repeated around campuses and local communities across the country. Just take a look at our Student UnionÔÇÖs current list of societies bursting with energy and talent. But ten years ago, Tim Rhys-Evans (MBE) helped his … Continue reading Review | Only Men Aloud Decade Gala Concert
Here are some amazing students talking about their own experiences dealing with anxiety when moving to Cardiff for uni. If you can relate, we hope you can find comfort in their words… Manavi Mehrotra The idea of college has been so widely painted by movies and TV shows that, much like most things in life, we have a deluded idea of the dream world awaiting … Continue reading The Freshers’ Pressures and New Anxieties
By Mel Lynch Title: The Little Book of Adulting Author: Quentin Parker Price: ┬ú6.99 Upon initially inspecting the title, IÔÇÖll be honest in admitting I audibly scoffed. Despite best intentions often mini self help books of this variety can come across as a tad patronising, serving ÔÇÿtop tipsÔÇÖ with a side of condescension. However, to my delight, The Little book of Adulting proved to provide … Continue reading Review: The Little Book of Adulting / The Little Book of Politics
By Mel Lynch ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿà Bringing the highest grossing film of 1988 to the stage is no easy job, but with the direction of Jonathon O’Boyle it was managed pretty fantastically. In 1988, Hoffman and CruiseÔÇÖs iconic portrayal of the Babbitt brothers, earned the film four Oscars, including the esteemed honour of best actor in a leading role. Therefore, going into the theatre I was intrigued … Continue reading Rain Man | Review
By Georgia Evans The sense of pride, accomplishment and patriotism amongst the audience was overpowering as the auditorium at St DavidÔÇÖs hall began to fill to the sound of Tenovus Cancer Care ChoirÔÇÖs rendition of Mr Blue Skies. Over the past seventeen years, the ItÔÇÖs My Shout training scheme has brought out the best talent South Wales has to offer in the television and film … Continue reading It’s My Shout | Review
By Georgia Evans Procrastination is my thing. The dishes, my washing, deadlines ÔÇô IÔÇÖll put it off until the last possible second. But thereÔÇÖs one thing that you bet IÔÇÖll achieve every single day without failÔÇô drinking my two litres (minimum) of water. Not only do I genuinely enjoy a great glug of H20, I notice such a difference in my brain function, energy level … Continue reading Simple and Fresh Water Infusion Recipes
By Katie Duffin Known for his candid attitude and unrivalled passion for food, throughout his lifetime Anthony Bourdain became one of the worldÔÇÖs most iconic chefs. On one side, his love for the culinary arts and will of adventure led him to all corners of the world, on the other, his sharp-witted writing quickly made him one of the most influential chefs of all time. … Continue reading Anthony Bourdain: Celebrating The Life of One of The WorldÔÇÖs Most Iconic Chefs
By Katie Comer Growing up I have watched my mum create, bake and decorate the most incredible desserts for our family and friends. She is the unsung hero of dessert making within family and without a shadow of a doubt, as many of her friends and family would tell you, she is the connoisseur of pavlovas. Although originating from New Zealand, this summer berry pavlova … Continue reading Berry Pavlova – Summer Bakes
By Hannah Stait ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿà This Thursday people flocked to St. DavidÔÇÖs Hall in Cardiff to spend time with the lovable and hilarious Chris Ramsey at his ÔÇÿJust Happy to Get out of the HouseÔÇÖ tour as he jokes about the world he lives in and the things that makes him stop and think. Before he could give us all the giggles, Ramsey opened up the … Continue reading Review | Chris Ramsey – Just Happy to Get out of the House
Poppy Jennings In the wake of another incredible Pride Month, society is left with both positive and negative questions about what comes next. Amidst the ÔÇ£stop forcing your sexuality down our throatsÔÇØ and ÔÇ£canÔÇÖt wait ÔÇÿtil Pride next yearÔÇØ, the activism and celebration still lingers on my mind. After attending the many events of Queer and Now, a Pride festival hosted by Tate Britain for … Continue reading Queer and Now
Black Panther has set world records, smashed the box office and started a cultural phenomenon. We asked Quench contributors to tell us their thoughts too… Directed by Ryan Coogler, the film follows TÔÇÖChalla (Chadwick Boseman) as he takes his place as king of Wakanda following the death of his father. T’ChallaÔÇÖs rule is not an easy one, however, as he faces discontentment in the form … Continue reading Review: Black Panther
It took the Arctic Monkeys 5 years to make a come-back. Tranquillity, Base, Hotel & Casino is unexpected, different and an excitingly mysterious album. ItÔÇÖs an evident new step in their career. TheyÔÇÖve grown up and their songs have grown with them. Their new piano-driven, retro vibe, witty lyrics mark the start of a new era for the Sheffield group. The 70ÔÇÖs-like opening track, … Continue reading Tranquillity, Base, Hotel + Casino Album Review
The Wales One World festival celebrates eclectic worldwide cinema and has been since 2001. This rich selection of film, adventures across Welsh cinemas every March and aims to bring people together in the reflection of the wonders of moving pictures from around the world. WoW films prioritise the echoing of the ways of our world and the ways in which we ultimately live in – … Continue reading WoW Festival Review: Mary and the Witch’s Flower
