Rachel Bloom – Writer & Actor Rachel Bloom is the amazing and multi-talented driving force behind the show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. The actress/comedian/singer/songwriter has used the TV show’s platform on the CW to push the boundaries […]
Going Beyond Performative Feminism
In this digital age, where information is so readily available and easily accessible, and at a time in which our desire to be ‘on trend’ has increased exponentially, performative feminism has emerged – and it […]
‘How to be a Beautiful Woman’ – As Told by an Ignorant Twitter User
Be thin, oh, but not too thin. Bones are ugly, fat is ugly, so just be ‘thin’: a vague term, but if it means skipping a few meals, why not? Your body is merely an […]
Mattel’s Disabled Barbie Doll: Progressive? Or Late and Short-Sighted?
Mattel has finally introduced a new disabled Barbie doll. Mattel’s first disabled Barbie, ‘Share-a-smile Becky’, came out in 1997 but was quickly removed from shelves when people lost interest as the doll and wheelchair were […]
The Weird and Wonderful World of ASMR
Lifestyle & Culture Editor, Caitlin Tilley, delves into the immensely popular internet phenomenon. Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) is an experience characterised by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin, typically beginning on the […]
About Bloody Time – The New Period Emoji
Need to vent about your period cramps in the group chat? Now you can! The myth that periods are “gross” and should be kept under wraps has long needed to be dispelled. The emoji, which […]
TV Dinner: Why Your Meals Should Be Screen-free
It is the customary evening routine for many students – get home and flop down in front of the TV, phone in one hand, microwaved dinner in the other, eyes glued to the screen. After […]
Does Dry January Lead to Binge February?
This year many people, including students, gave up alcohol for January. Whilst this seems like a very healthy idea, many people have reacted to the difficult task in January by bingeing this February. I will […]
Dealer App to Launch in Leeds
The Dealer App is launching in Leeds on the 25th February, with the mission to connect the foodies of Leeds with the city’s best restaurants. The app through two main features. The first is offers […]
Tatt-oops – A Grande Mistake
‘There’s a difference between appropriation and appreciation,’ said Ariana Grande following the raucous of internet backlash following her misspelt Chinese tattoo on social media this week. There is a fine line to be deciphered here, […]
A Pea Bit Too Much – the Newest Non-Diary Milk
Pea milk is the latest non-dairy product which is taking the health industry by a storm. The milk has been commended for having a high protein content as well as omega 3s, which can be […]
LGBTQ+ History Month
February is LGBT History Month, a month dedicated to improving awareness of LGBT lives and histories. The month celebrating LGBT lives is paramount, now more than ever, as the visibility of LGBT people and their […]