Period poverty: have we really improved?
Emilia discovers the harsh reality of period poverty in the UK, where millions are trading basic hygiene for food and gas as costs soar, and join the call for urgent change.
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Mental Health Awareness Week: a bookshelf
The Boar Books presents its very own book list for Mental Health Awareness, inspired by our writers
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Why I broke Dry January
Emilia Growney reflects on the "Dry January" challenge and discusses the drinking culture in the UK.
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Genius or Jarring? The Impact of TV Ads
It was a bit odd that the Rhianna concert was interrupted by an American Football game, but what was more odd was the jarring Tubi ad. The ad in question although hailed as being a marketing genius by many online who were admittedly fooled by the ‘joke’ was, from many...
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The Santa Clauses: Capitalism, Clichès and Callbacks
The Santa Clauses arriving on Disney+ this Christmas was something I’m sure many of us never expected or even necessarily wanted. The Santa Clause trilogy, at least in my view, ended the story of Scott Calvin (aka Santa) in a way that provided closure but also fun speculation about the...
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Real or Artificial: Which Christmas Tree Is Better For The Environment?
Emilia Growney discusses the pros and cons of artificial vs real trees, and which one is better for the environment.
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A Conversation with: ‘Four in a Bed’s’ The Lazy Pug
Emilia interviews The Lazy Pug who were contestants on the beloved reality B&B show 'Four in a Bed'
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Catcalling: How am I supposed to feel?
I don’t smile at strangers anymore. I used to walk through town quite bubbly, until an old man growled and licked his lips at me. I probably look quite miserable now. Unfortunately, that does not put people off leering, whistling, and shouting. I don’t think women ever truly escape the...
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Viewers Vs Critics through the lens of ‘Afterlife’
Emilia takes a look into the controversy surrounding 'Afterlife' season 3 as critics and viewers clash over the debate - was it actually good?
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‘Promising Young Woman’: grief, irony & refined horror
Writer Emilia Growney evaluates the major themes of Emerald Fennell's critically acclaimed film.
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Despite improving its diversity, there is still progress for the BRIT Awards to make
Emilia Growney evaluates how the Brits have improved diversity in 2021 and what should be done next to advance it.
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The booming cannabis industry
Emilia Growney explore the investment opportunities in the cannabis and hemp industry.
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex’s debut deserves more praise than panning
The Duchess of Sussex's debut children's book has received criticism, but Emilia Growney argues that we should look beyond that, and see the book for what it really is.
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