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Most of the albums which are often at the forefront of popular music are from artists of English-speaking countries. By that, it often boils down to just the UK and the U.S., with a small number of exceptions. This list of five albums will showcase a small sample of what can be found from different […]
by Adam Gibbons
Loose fit Figure-hugging fits have been dominating menswear trends for years. However, baggy clothes reminiscent of 90’s Chandler Bing have made a comeback. Loose cuts are creeping up into mainstream fashion and looks set to continue for many more years to come. Time to swap skinny jeans for a straight leg style. But you just […]
by Erica Carter
I could feel my payday glow vanishing as I dumbfoundedly stared at my payslip, which was half of what I should have received. I was unknowingly and incorrectly charged the emergency tax, like hundreds of fellow residents. How did I understand the problem and, more importantly, how did I get back my money? What is […]
by Sonia
Instant photography has seen a resurgence in recent years; it’s no longer being seen as a gimmick that has somehow lasted beyond its bygone era. But the question still remains: why do people choose to use an analogue device when so many digital options are at their disposal? By examining what makes instant photography so […]
by Sean Barrett
Eco-anxiety is a fairly new concept, defined as having a fear of environmental damage or ecological disaster. This feeling stems from worrying about the current state of the environment, as well as its future. People who concern themselves with environmental issues may find their minds wander into a dark mental state when faced with such […]
by Ugne Aksiutovaite
Gambling is not a new phenomenon. In fact, the early beginnings of gambling can be traced back to ancient China around 2300 BC, where tiles unearthed in recent decades were found to have been used as a type of lottery. With gambling embedded in our culture for thousands of years now, it is an everyday […]
by Rachel McLoughlin
When you think coffee in Ireland, it’s a natural instinct to first imagine the Irish coffee, a foaming caffeinated drink spiked with whiskey and sweetened with cream. It’s truly the unofficial national caffeinated beverage of the Emerald Isle. But, beyond its beloved Irish coffee, Ireland has surely stepped up its coffee culture, sprinkling brick-and-mortar coffee […]
by Melanie Romero
Music is a form of expression; without musicians, the world would be a dull place with fewer voices and words of expression. Musicians using their platform to promote activism is a loud act, with many eyes on them; they have a following that listens to what they have to say. These five musicians have […]
by Alison Law
With the start of the pandemic in 2020 and stay-at-home orders forcing people to stay in their houses, there was a surge of online learning. Sites like skillshare, Duolingo, and Coursera saw extraordinary growth and it is just the beginning. Cultivating new skills and habits can be challenging, as old habits are hard to shake, […]
by Meladi Brewer