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A quarter of young people are skipping meals to save money as financial struggles hit students

An increasing number of 18-24-year-olds are reporting increasing financial struggles, with over a third of young people worried about being able to afford rent as they cut back on other spending. Almost half of young people in this age category are in ‘financially risky’ situations, with a report by Fair4All...
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By , Oct. 14, 2024

PM privilege or PL pandering?

In recent weeks, the Prime Minister has come under fire after it was revealed that he has received around £13,000 worth of gifted football tickets so far this year. At first glance, this may seem opportunistic and even somewhat unethical, however after a closer look, it may in fact be...
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By , Oct. 13, 2024

The ‘Big Four’ Fashion Week highlights

Throughout September, in New York, London, Milan, and Paris, the ‘Big Four’ fashion weeks took place. In these weeks, designers reveal their spring and summer collections for 2025 through runway shows, and receive major media attention. Fashion Week is undeniably the highlight of the fashion calendar – deservingly so –...
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By , Oct. 12, 2024

Staying connected to family abroad

The plane from home turns its tail. The adrenalin of lugging overweight suitcases up the narrow stairs of the new accommodation fades. The tight goodbye hugs become a memory before the bedroom door shuts. Then comes this new, peculiar feeling. A weird sort of mix of longing, anticipation, and loss...
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By , Oct. 11, 2024

Seven activities to do with your new flatmates

Whether you have seven (or 17) flatmates, living with people you’ve only just met can be daunting. You might feel pressure to get along with everyone from day one. Perhaps the creation of your flat’s Whatsapp group chat will one day be fondly remembered in a future wedding speech. Right...
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By , Oct. 10, 2024