News
NTSU unveil new Progress Pride flag on Brackenhurst campus
Brackenhurst campus becomes the third Nottingham Trent University campus to install a Progress Pride flag following a Big Idea campaign from students. This follows the…
NTU students ‘let down’ after NTSU refuse to sign ‘no-detriment’ open letter
NTU Labour President says students feel ‘let down’ after Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU) refused to sign an open letter demanding a ‘no-detriment’ policy to…
NTU to waive rent fees for university-owned accommodation during lockdown period
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has announced that students not staying in their accommodation provided by UPP Halls and NTU will not have pay rent for…
Nottingham student ‘one of first in country’ to pay £10k fine after hosting party
A Nottingham Trent University (NTU) student has become one of the first people across the country to pay a £10,000 fine issued under the Coronavirus…
NTU society prepares for first event of the year to discuss racial inequality
A Nottingham Trent University society is staging its first event of the year focusing on black excellence. The New Black Society’s ‘Limitless Inspiration’ event takes place…
Sports
The Dakar Rally: gruelling challenges and a possible boycott
The 2021 Dakar Rally is presently in full swing with the 277km long rally stage 1 taking place on the dunes in Saudi Arabia in…
Platform’s top sport moments of 2020
The year 2020 has been a disappointing one for so many people, especially sport fanatics. Many of us have been unable to watch our favourite…
Anthony Joshua gives timely reminder of his power in stunning win over Kubrat Pulev
Death by uppercut. That was the sentence Anthony Joshua handed out to Kubrat Pulev on Saturday night. Joshua took his time, he made everyone wait,…
Jurgen Klopp, Des Kelly and the battle between clubs and broadcasters
You did have to feel a tad sorry for BT Sport’s Des Kelly on Saturday lunchtime. Instead of having a relaxing day, like most of…
What keeps F1 drivers safe?
It is perhaps far too often taken for granted that Formula 1 drivers walk away from crashes relatively unscathed. However, last weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix…
Fashion and Beauty
Nottingham based independent businesses to support this Christmas
Small businesses have been hit hard during the Covid-19 pandemic and with the second lockdown taking place just before Christmas, the timing couldn’t be worse.…
Our Top 10 Winter Coats for 2020
Not going out doesn’t stop us from buying coats….. The country might be facing another month of lockdown, but I’m sure that hasn’t stopped us…
Fashion Icon of the Week: Tracee Ellis Ross
From Mugler to Met gala, the ‘Blackish’ star never fails to fiercely ignite fashions carpet. ‘You can break whatever fashion rules you want, as long as you…
Tried and Tested: UpCircle Ethical Skincare
Platform Fashion & Beauty editor Lollie Hancock put the sustainable skincare brand to the test… Fans of Dragons Den may remember ethical skincare brand Optiat,…
Bang On Trend: TikTok’s Curtain Bangs Are Taking Over
Whether you are an avid fan of TikTok beauty or hairstyle trends or seamlessly enjoy scrolling through your TikTok or Instagram feed, you’ve probably seen…
Culture and Entertainment
Best Gal Pals in film and TV
Geena Davis’ (one half of Thelma and Louise – the most iconic gal pals ever to be shown on film) celebrates her 65th birthday today,…
Platform Book Club: Life Isn’t Binary by Meg-John Barker and Alex Iantaffi
The Platform Book Club returns in 2021, with the first review of the year by Tyler Archer with Life Isn’t Binary by Meg-John Barker and…
Preview of 2021: Theatre
The Covid-19 pandemic hasn’t been kind to anyone, especially those in the world of theatre. Over the last year, we’ve watched as businesses have had…
Preview of 2021: Movies
2020 was an unusual year – to say the least – and for the world of entertainment, it came to a halt. Many films that…
The Best (and Worst) Marvel Spin-offs
With the release of WandaVision approaching, Disney continue their run of Marvel spin offs alongside the popular franchise, but what are some of the best…
Music
Single Review: Lana Del Rey – Chemtrails Over The Country Club
Lana Del Rey, who seems to be having to defend herself more and more recently, released the title track of her delayed seventh album and…
A chat with Palace’s Leo Wyndham
Late last year, Platform’s social secretary George Cowell was able to have a conversation with Leo Wyndham, frontman and lead songwriter of Palace. It was…
The Platform Playlist: AOTY 2020 edition
We’ve all needed company this year. A family member. A friend. A partner. Sometimes it can be as simple as a piece of music, and…
Editor’s Pick: Albums of the Year 2020
2020 needs little introduction – twelve gruelling months that the world has barely managed to scrape past without setting off a landmine with each step.…
Review: Ariana Grande – Excuse me, I love you
Netflix gives fans exclusive access to Ariana Grande from her Sweetener World tour back in 2019 – including on stage and behind the scenes moments.…
Review: Taylor Swift – Evermore
When Taylor Swift released her surprise LP, Evermore, it sent the fanbase into disarray; including a couple of our editors. After regaining their bearings they…
Creative Corner
A Lockdown Reflection
I sent a link of a Halloween event happening at one of the night clubs to my housemates. That was in June, and I was…
A Portuguese Tradition
We arrive at the airport on a sweltering day in Portugal. None of us are used to the heat except our host Ricardo. We go…
You’ll See
Do you know what I fear? I fear the known. My thoughts fly through my mind, Trapped in an eternal storm. My fears flow like…
The Trunk
Using her fingers, Janet pushed in any last remaining piece of clothing she could see sticking out of her trunk. She hated this trunk. Even…
The show must go on: NTU students looking for cast members for latest student production
Whether you love acting and doing something creative, or have always imagined yourself on TV, now may be your time to shine. Auditions for the…
NTU student thrives with her new design business
After receiving fewer hours at work, one Nottingham Trent student decided to user her creative abilities to start her own print design business in order…
Travel and Lifestyle
How different will travel look in a post-COVID-19 world?
Ah, travelling. A long lost memory for most of us. Before the pandemic, travel was a luxury that many people took for granted; we could…
Virtual learning: how to stay productive in 2021
This year has bought unprecedented challenges for university students. Through multiple lockdowns, tough restrictions, and limited access to campus facilities, we are still, however, expected…
Nottingham students’ best and worst moments of the first semester
The first term of University has been, to put it simply, a struggle. Many of us have had to tackle self-isolation, remote teaching, Tier 3…
A Portuguese Tradition
We arrive at the airport on a sweltering day in Portugal. None of us are used to the heat except our host Ricardo. We go…
Top 10 picks for a budget-friendly festive season
Christmas for students is always a worry, and even more so this year with high unemployment and students being furloughed from work. If you’re looking…
Top tips for a sustainable Christmas
Sustainability has been a hot topic of 2020. Christmas is a time when we produce a lot of unnecessary waste, so why not make some…
Print Editions
The Theatre Scene in Nottingham
Arriving in Nottingham can be daunting, and you may want some entertainment. Since a TV License may be a bit too expensive for University students,…
Movie Inspired Halloween Outfits
For all the new Freshers out there, you will become familiar with “Ocean Wednesdays” here at Trent. This is where societies choose a costume theme…
Secrets of Nottingham To Discover
Hiding away in the city’s bustling streets are an abundance of secret bars, café’s and activities proving why Nottingham is so unique. Luckily, we’ve been…
Your guide to Nottingham’s gaming cafes
It’s not all clubs and take out places – Nottingham is also home to some of the most enjoyable, welcoming and fun board game cafes…
Platform alumni: Where are they now?
Here at Platform Magazine, it’s our goal as a society and a publication to give you a platform – excuse the pun – to write…
Is there a future for therapy in gaming?
Gaming often gets a bad rep when it comes to its effect on people’s lives, with the industry being blamed for influencing negative behavioural changes…