News
Nottingham Friends of Standing Together hold ceasfire vigil at Robin Hood Statue
A silent vigil calling for a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel was held on November 19 at the Robin Hood Statue. Organised by Nottingham Friends…
Nottingham Trent freshers unite for free accommodation events
A university partnership program has started an events scheme for students staying at their accommodations. “Home at Halls” is for first-year students at Nottingham…
Nottingham comedians take on the tram network
Six comedians who will be performing at Nottingham Comedy Festival on November 3 – November 11 performed on the 12:05 tram from Toton Lane to…
Spook Up Your Week The Right Way
With the haphazard jungle of fairy lights and hollow looking structure of the ice rink, Old Market Square is in a weird liminal space between…
‘Boy In Da Corner’: Dizzee Rascal to headline Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena alongside debut album reissue
Never to have been an artist defined by boundaries set within the music industry, rapper Dizzee Rascal, for many, will have acted as a recognisable…
Sport
Magpies looking to make it back-to-back victories with win over Wimbledon | Match Preview
Luke Williams’ side will want to maintain their promotion push and build momentum with a win against AFC Wimbledon on Saturday as festive fixtures begin.…
Nottingham Forest set to deal another blow to depleted Brighton? | Match Preview
Saturday 25 November 2023 sees Brighton visit the City Ground facing an injury crisis and selection issues of which could work in Forest’s favour and…
Forest set for trying test against flying Villains | Match Preview
Nottingham Forest find themselves in desperate need of a vital win against Aston Villa to put an end to their miserable run of form. Forest…
Trent come out on top in University Touch Championships
After a fourth place finish last year, Trent were out for success in the biggest University Touch Rugby Tournament in the country. On the 28th…
Nottingham’s black sporting heroes continue to pave the way for the next generation
Every October, the UK celebrates Black History throughout the month. We reflect on those who have made history for not only the Black British community…
Music
Talia Talks With Baby Queen: Interview
A sold-out show sparks conversations on Arabella Latham’s Baby Queen brand, the thematic treasures of her tunes, and how there’s no ‘U’ in AI “Do…
‘Lovers Come And Lovers Go’ But The Pigeon Detectives Are Here To Stay
Nearly twenty years on the gig circuit, The Pigeon Detectives have harnessed that collective chaos that goes into creating carnage. The band hails from Leeds,…
Tribute to Sean Martin
Sean Martin, frontman and guitarist for The Night Café, has suddenly passed away at the age of 26. The band announced Martin’s passing on their…
Come Together for AI? – Beatles ‘final song’ proves there’s a place for the software in music.
In February 1994, George Harrison, Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Ringo Starr cracked open the Beatle songbook vaults, stumbling upon hundreds of unreleased demos and…
Chilli Jesson Heats Up Rescue Rooms Ahead of The Corellas
The regenerated renegade could have been mistaken for the headliner, as the former Palma Violets frontman brought swagger, spice and all things nice. The night…
One Direction Made “History” – And You Know It
Written by Amy Dickinson No band or singer even came as close to becoming as influential as The Beatles, until a group of 16-year-old boys…
Culture and Entertainment
What to watch this week: new releases at Nottingham cinema
From dystopian throwbacks to Thanksgiving horror, here is what is on or on it’s way to your cinema this week. Head on down to your…
Netflix’s new teen show Everything Now – is it worth it?
Written by Aisha Alli-Balogun Trigger warning: mentions of eating disorders and abortions We are all still grieving over the ending of Sex Education but I’m…
‘The One Where We All Lost a Friend’ – a tribute to actor Matthew Perry
Friends Actor, Matthew Perry died suddenly on October 28th at the age of just 54. Being a major Friends fanatic, I was so sad to…
Five Nights at Freddy’s: a film that has divided a fanbase
Five Nights at Freddy’s as a game series was genre defining for indie horror. Some estimate the franchise before the film was worth £100 million…
Check out these 10 must watch Netflix documentaries
Written by Lorna McDonald The clocks are about to go back giving us darker, cozier nights which means you have more time to settle back…
“Taylor Swift: The Era’s Tour” movie – all you need to know
Written by: Maizie Booth Taylor Swift’s current tour, named the Era’s tour, has been recognised globally as a must-see event with tickets being sold astronomically…
Fashion and Beauty
Byoma review: Milky Cleanser – The best affordable cleanser that melts away your makeup
Using a cleanser is the first step in any makeup removal process. Cleansers break down and removes dirt and grim from the face which then…
Essential athleisurewear staples for anyone who values style and comfort
When the worlds of sportswear and high fashion collide, the result is athleisure—a style revolution that has transcended the gym and infiltrated wardrobes around the…
Sweater weather redefined: the new rules of cosy chic
The sweater—often seen as the epitome of comfort, yet frequently overlooked in the realms of high fashion. But why relegate this quintessential item to merely…
Bridal Hairstyles: Which ones to choose?
Written by Jacob Robinson For Nottingham brides-to-be, your wedding day is undoubtedly one of the most important and memorable days of your life and you’ll…
‘Mirrorless appointments’ introduced by Nottingham salon owner
A hairdresser in Nottingham introduces ‘mirrorless appointments’ into her salon for her clients. Jessica Bloomer , 30, runs her salon from home in Arnold and…
Travel and Lifestyle
Pizza Punks offering student friendly deals: a review
Often seen as the Soho of Nottingham, Pizza Punks fits in well in the Hockley area with its vibrant take on a pizzeria. Punky is…
Cheers to savings: top tips on saving money on food as a student.
What are the two most important things in a uni students’ life; in the most stereotypical fashion I will assert it is food and booze. …
Joining Nottingham Uni As A Mature Student: Key Things To Consider
Written by Jacob Robinson Heading back to university as a mature student marks the beginning of a new, enriching chapter in your life and there…
An evening with art at the Nottingham Contemporary
Nottingham city has always had plenty of cultural and artistic events that people can engage in. With several venues catering to these events, the vibrancy…
Should I commute to university or find student accommodation?
Investing in a master’s degree is a daunting, scary and expensive process. It’s a risk, to say the least; with student accommodation prices rapidly rising…
Creative Corner
Photo Gallery: Nottingham’s nature in Winter
Nottingham is full of places to visit for those who love the environment and all things nature. The Arboretum and Wollaton Park are two of…
Photo Gallery: Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland back in full swing
Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland is back in full swing after downsizing in previous years due to COVID-19 restrictions. Nottingham’s Christmas Market has taken over Old Market…
Time travel secrets and the possibility of a real multiverse
The big question we have all faced and fantasised about is whether it is scientifically possible to ever travel back in time. Well to put…
The Month of September
I remember my temper Looking at the clock as I start the month of September As me and my family were together I felt…
The Carving
Branches of the trees don a rusted palette, The sharp air prickles throats, River water glimmers as it reflects the sky, turning to steel, It…
The Woman
Horror movies never really scared me, despite my avid belief in ghosts and everything paranormal. Ghosts weren’t at the top of my fears list, at…
Varsity 2022
Gallery: NTU Men’s Basketball continue winning Varsity run
In the dying embers of the Nottingham Varsity 2023 series, the Nottingham Trent University men’s Basketball team gave their side full hope of securing a…
Gallery: NTU victorious in tight Varsity Netball battle
Nottingham Trent University took victory in the Netball for the seventh straight occasion in Nottingham Varsity as they secured a 47-40 win at the Lee…
Recap: Notts Varsity 2023 – Football
The Nottingham Varsity 2023 series is decided, countless medals have been handed out and 20 of the 22 sports have been played to completion. Tonight,…
Recap: Notts Varsity 2023 – Hockey
Nottingham Varsity 2023 reaches even bigger heights today as 15 sports take place across the city and the series should be settled, barring a huge…
Recap: Notts Varsity 2023 – Super Wednesday
With the series on the verge of being settled, Nottingham Varsity 2023 will see its busiest possible day as up to 15 sports all take…
Recap: Notts Varsity 2023 – Lacrosse
Nottingham Varsity 2023 has been thrilling so far, albeit with the University of Nottingham taking a strong upper hand in the first half of the…