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The rise of pimple patches

With the rise of elaborate skincare routines and TikTok’s ‘clean girl’ aesthetic, pimple patches have become more than just a skincare tool. They’re now a trendy accessory. So, do they improve your skin, or are they just a cute statement piece? This article explores the science behind pimple patches, their...
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By , Apr. 4, 2025

A short history of motherhood in theatre

Parents are reflected in their children, and society is reflected in the theatre, both can be for better or for worse. The mother is a constant character that has been in theatre since the Greeks. Euripides’ neurotic yet strong matriarch Medea, in clashes with her lover Jason, brings out potent...
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By , Apr. 3, 2025

Comment Corner: The lessons of student journalism

Though The Boar is becoming a big name in the world of UK student journalism, recently winning an overwhelming number of awards at the Midlands’ SPA Regionals and a nomination for Best Publication at the upcoming Nationals, many of us fell into this newspaper rather unexpectedly. My first experience with...
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By , Apr. 3, 2025