For many artists, the prospect of losing two band members in addition to a record deal may signal the beginning of a downward spiral. However, whilst Swim Deep were stripped of their label’s backing, Rory […]
Instagram and Facebook ban adverts and sponsored posts involving weight loss products. What does this mean for diet culture?
A couple of weeks ago, Instagram finally banned the promotion of ‘miracle’ diet products, much to the relief of anti-diet influencers who have been campaigning and reporting these products relentlessly. The new regulations will hide […]
Homesick Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cookies
An easy recipe for peanut butter and chocolate cookies that’ll get you through that fresher’s hangover, while using (basically) only three ingredients.
Staple Ingredients to Have in the Kitchen
Whether your student loan has just dropped, or you’re scraping by waiting for the next installment, it is important to have a collection of staple ingredients when living on a budget.
Meditation as a ‘Study Buddy’
Meditation may sound like an ancient and exotic practice, often associated with images of Eastern wisdom and detachment from reality, but my experience has taught me that it can be a loyal companion in a hectic and often stressful life.
Review: My Dad Wrote a Porno Season 5
This month, we have been graced with the next instalment of My Dad Wrote a Porno, Jamie Morton’s recital of his dad’s ludicrous attempt at erotic fiction, entitled Belinda Blinked. Jamie, with help from the […]
Is There Racism in Maternal Healthcare?
Black women in the UK are far more likely to die from complications surrounding pregnancy and childbirth than their white peers. Although death during pregnancy is still relatively rare in the UK, for black women […]
Cinema’s Half-hearted Queer Diversity
Diversity and representation in media are unbelievably important. Seeing people in media who reflect our own lived experience and personalities is vital in affirming our sense of self and allowing us to celebrate our differences […]
Is Everyone the “Nasty Party” Now?
Honour Jo Cox… Get Brexit done”. These were the words of the Prime Minister in the House of Commons on Wednesday, words that provoked outrage at the state of British politics. The husband and sister […]
Body Positivity Undermined by Social Media Giants
Jameela Jamil is waging war on diet and weight loss product advertisements that persistently infiltrate our Instagram feeds via social media influencers. From detox teas, to magic tablets to super shakes, the promise of miraculous […]
In The Middle with Sable Radio
Amanda Boachie hopped on the bus to a converted nun convent to have a chat with the lovely people at Sable Radio, an independent online radio station based in Magbate, Leeds. I got on the […]
Flying too Close to the Sun: Why Budget Airlines Fail
Following the collapse of iconic travel agents Thomas Cook, Business Editor Will Southall explains why more and more budget airlines are running into financial difficulty. Thomas Cook has collapsed after 178 years of dominance in […]