Charlie talks eating disorders at Christmas, and how to be mindful of those around you who may be suffering. The first thing to point out is that eating disorders – despite the title – are […]
Anything but a luxury: periods, and why dignity should be free
At no point during the pasta-filled weeks of my student budget do I think to myself “you know what, I cannot live without some caviar this week”. It’s a luxury. Period. Which is ironic, considering […]
Chocolate Yule Log Recipe
This oozing chocolate desert cake is the perfect thing to enjoy this Christmas! Complete with a spiced buttercream filling and covered in double chocolate ganache this calorific delight certainly requires a spot on your table. […]
KFC, Krampus and Kwanzaa: why tinsel and turkey aren’t the only ways to celebrate
Read Lily’s quick guide to how the winter season is celebrated around the globe. Here in Britain, many of us will be decorating our houses with tinsel, wrapping presents for our loved ones, and preparing […]
How Travelling Makes You More Open-Minded
Whether it’s around your country or to a different one, for working or for pleasure, for a short or a protracted stay, travelling is always an exciting experience. You pack your things and take your […]
Recipe – Pandoro filled with mascarpone cream
Ingredients: 1 pandoro 500g mascarpone 4 eggs 100g sugar 1 tsp rum extract Chocolate chips Method: Tip: before starting making the cream, it is recommendable to keep the mascarpone and the eggs in ambient temperature. […]
The VS fashion show: an under-represented, potentially damaging display?
In the aftermath of this years Victoria’s Secret catwalk in Shanghai, Charlotte discusses lack of representation and the promotion of a single body type. It’s that time of the year again. The Victoria’s Secret fashion […]
Agony aunt: break ups
“I’m currently experiencing a break up whilst at university, and its hard being away from home. Do you have any advice for how to cope?” Break ups are extremely difficulty no matter the circumstance and […]
Modern matchmaking: the truth about tinder
Ten million people use Tinder everyday, but do they know how the app is using them? Blogs Editor, Mariana Avelino, examines how technology and design can influence how we think and the decisions we make. […]
Hashtag social media
Hannah talks about the power of social media, reminding us that despite its many faults, it has enabled a tremendous amount of good. Our generation’s dependence on social media could be compared to an addiction. […]
A right to life?
Due to abortions, only one or two babies with Down syndrome are born each year in Iceland, and the country is not alone in having high termination rates. Rosie Plummer discusses the moral implications of […]
A Trip to Leeds Christmas Market
Deciding whether or not to visit the Leeds Christmas market? Let Jennifer Spence tempt you with mulled wine, garlic bread and all things sweet. For me, the opening of the Christkindelmarkt at Millennium Square marks […]