A Valentine’s Day playlist for every emotion
Pyper Levingstone takes us through the perfect playlist for Valentine's Day.
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Young people support UK becoming a dictatorship as trust in democracy wanes, study finds
Over half of young people aged between 13 and 27 are in favour of the UK being ruled by a dictatorship, new research has revealed. The ‘Gen Z: Trends, Truth and Trust’ report, conducted by Channel 4, found that 52% of surveyed Gen Z individuals believed the UK would be...
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Heartbreak hits: A journey through the anthems of anti-love
Abigail Mableson discusses the best anti-love anthems.
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Information wars in the age of Musk: An invisible grip on British politics
As we continue to live in an era of so-called ‘post-truth’ politics, where people are struggling more and more to believe who speaks the truth in dizzying discourse, a powerful figure has emerged in Britain; an invisible wind attempting to topple over the proverbial table of British politics. Elon Musk,...
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Tis the season for studying: University workload over the holidays
It’s the lie that we all tell ourselves: we’ll spend the holidays catching up on lectures, revising, working on assignments, or even reading ahead for the next term. But after ten weeks of lectures and coursework, with everyone around you getting in the holiday spirit in December, it can be...
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Galentine’s Day ideas
After years of Valentine’s Day being centred around couples and romantic love, women are now reclaiming this holiday for themselves and their friends. Galentine’s Day, while still a relatively new concept, is a wonderful way to spend February 14, whether you’re in a committed relationship, still playing the field, or...
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Can animals have their hearts broken too?
Your cat (probably) isn’t navigating a situationship, but they’re no stranger to heartache. From crow funeral practices to whale grieving rituals, Martin Day examines the wide range of evidence that animals, like humans, will suffer from heartache this Valentine's Day.
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The environmental harms of traditional Valentine’s Day meals
As we approach February the 14th, it’s nice to think about the Valentine’s traditions we enjoy with a loved one, including the all-important food. Valentine’s Day brings a plethora of tasty meals and snacks, from oysters to chocolate and steak to cheesecake, but their production is less enjoyable for the...
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A survival guide for the perpetually single
Valentine’s Day: the annual day to check out everybody’s relationships on Instagram whilst indulging in overpriced chocolates and avoiding too much PDA (public display of affection). Everywhere you turn, there’s a smitten couple holding hands and deep in love despite last night’s argument about who didn’t text who back. Meanwhile,...
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A date to remember: Valentine’s Day done right in Leamington & Coventry
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and if you are looking for a place to go, this article will tell you all about the best spots in Leamington and Coventry. Whether for a romantic, platonic, or solo date, these six locations will surely please everyone. Boom Battle Bar Location: Unit 10,...
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From cute to creative: a unique take on gift-giving for this Valentine’s Day
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, the prospect of buying the perfect, heartfelt gift for your loved ones can seem daunting. From the enormous bouquets of red roses to a box of chocolates, the stereotypical Valentine’s Day gift may not appeal to you. As a first-time indulger in the world...
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Deepfakes: Fun, art, or manipulation?
AI technology has become increasingly apparent in our society, taking huge strides in record time. Photos, videos, and audio clips manipulated or created by AI fall under the title of ‘deepfakes,’ and can be deeply misleading to their audience. But is there any cause for real concern? Deepfakes are the...
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Statistics reveal Gen Z’s increased shift to bisexuality
Statistics show that younger generations are more inclined to identify with LGB (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual) than ever before. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has published figures that identify a dramatic shift in social attitudes towards sexuality. Gen Z (1995-2012) being far more likely to identify with LGB than older...
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