News
Everyone ‘owes a debt of gratitude’ to student nurses, says Universities Minister
Government minister Michelle Donelan highlighted the “hard work and resilience” of medical students from Nottingham’s two universities in their role in fighting coronavirus. Speaking as…
Nottingham Trent University students collaborate with Nottingham Castle ahead of its re-opening
Six final-year theatre design students have collaborated with Nottingham Castle to create historical CosProps for performances that showcase the stories of Nottingham’s forgotten rebels. The…
Coronavirus vaccination appointments for over 18s to open up from tomorrow
Most students will soon be able to receive the first dose of their coronavirus vaccination. Health Secretary Matt Hancock confirmed today (June 17) that all…
‘We had great fun’ – River Trent paddlers speak out after viral TikTok video
The two individuals who were filmed sailing down the River Trent said they had no regrets but “wouldn’t recommend” people copying them. In a video…
New gym set to build upon US success with site near Nottingham Castle
Nottingham residents looking to burn off any pounds gained over lockdown will have a new gym to choose from. Following on from success in the…
Sports
NTU become first UK university to enter men’s netball competition
Nottingham Trent University are looking forward to participating in a “groundbreaking” moment for men’s netball in the UK. NTU are to be the first university…
Platform’s writers pick their England squads for the Euros
With the European Championship finally approaching, we at Platform thought it would be a good idea to have a little think about our squads for…
“We are really excited to be back” – How Notts fans feel about returning to Trent Bridge
Trent Bridge has welcomed back spectators with a stutter – nothing to do with the Covid protocols or quality of play, but the weather. Just…
“This was a day that you’ll remember your whole life” – A Leicester City fan’s view of the FA Cup final
Inside the corridors of Leicester City’s King Power Stadium lies a photo detailing the Foxes’ FA Cup Final exploits. The caption tells you that they…
What happened to the European Super League?
Faced with a seemingly unstoppable new era of football on the horizon, admirers of the beautiful game displayed unprecedented solidarity – showing that football was…
Fashion and Beauty
Delving into Billie Eilish on Vogue
If they knew what they said would go straight to my head, what would they say instead? “My body was the initial reason for my…
What does Fashion Post Lockdown look like
Something dearly missed the last year is the excitement of dressing up for all those bars we have missed, whether it’s for a bar crawl with your…
Our Favourite Looks from the Oscars 2021
After being starved of all the red-carpet glitz and glamour courtesy of the pandemic, we are finally back and able to see all these couture…
Looking at the SKIMS Jacquard Release
The newest SKIMS sleepwear collection is officially live, and Kim Kardashian says it’s her favourite one so far. Born from SKIMS shapewear, the Jacquard collection…
Opinion: The state of the fashion degree industry
“Fashion victims: is this the death of the high street?”. “Fashion icons are mourning the death of the industry as we know it“. “Fast fashion…
Culture and Entertainment
The biggest reveals and lack of from E3 2021
The most highly anticipated gaming event of 2021 has arrived! From June 12-15 many games have been revealed from big players such as Devolver Digital,…
An Interview with West End star Carly Miles
Earlier this year, performer Carly Miles held virtual dance classes for the Trent Community. Writer Ellie Moylan talks to Carly about her career in dance,…
TV Review: The Bad Batch Episode Seven
This week, the Bad Batch gains a new since of direction which helps to make it one of the best released. A returning character and…
Celebrating Lucy Hale’s birthday
Today, the star of Pretty Little Liars is celebrating her 32nd birthday and to commemorate, we are going to take a look at her career so…
Five books to look forward to coming out this June
This month is filled with tons of incredible books to read and enjoy this summer – here are my top five picks that I can’t…
Music
Lorde returns with sure-fire summer anthem ‘Solar Power’
After four long years, Lorde has finally returned with the debut single of her third album and it couldn’t have come at a better time.…
Japanese Breakfast bring all the indie vibes with third album ‘Jubilee’
When a song no older than the announcement of yet another lockdown postponement breaks into your ‘top 10 most listened’ list, pushing James Bay and…
Leicester’s Easy Life provide perfect summer soundtrack with debut ‘life’s a beach’
The fast-growing Leicester band Easy Life are back with their debut album, ‘life’s a beach’. With the album’s release date brought forward to 28 May,…
Platform Playlist – Our May 2021 Recommendations
Carrying on a fine tradition from editors before me, I wanted to revive the eternal spirit of collaboration for a celebration of the month past…
How Olivia Rodrigo has changed the face of the music industry
Olivia Rodrigo has received widespread acclaim for her new album ‘SOUR’. Her tale of heartbreak and jealousy is such a relatable concept that anyone who…
Holly Humberstone’s ‘The Walls Are Way Too Thin’ hits a tone of loneliness and rejection
Holly Humberstone’s latest single, ‘The Walls Are Way Too Thin’, is about loneliness, isolation and rejection, and is also probably the most vulnerable song she…
Creative Corner
‘I was desperate to live a life without regrets’ – a personal tale of coming out
Coming out is a daunting prospect that every member of the LGBTQ+ community encounters in varying ways. 20-year-old Sam Page shares his own personal coming…
NTU Spotlight: James Burt – Heartbreak High
NTU Spotlight is the newest addition to the music section, where we aim to promote and showcase some of Nottingham’s most talented musicians, especially those…
Young Creative Awards Nottingham: Open for nominations
The Young Creative Awards is an annual competition open to all 11-24 year olds in Nottingham, and encourages anyone with a creative spark to enter.…
Thinking about International Women’s Day
With International Women’s Day approaching, I’ve been thinking a lot about the women in my life that inspire me. My incredible friends, who lift me…
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…
Travel and Lifestyle
The best places in Nottingham to enjoy the outdoors
With the end of university approaching and the summer months beginning, many students (myself included) are looking for ways to make the most of the…
Top fourteen summer 2021 essentials
After last summer was more or less cancelled due to Covid-19, summer 2021 is going to be unforgettable. If not delayed, then June 21 marks…
Student Travel Guide to Egypt: Dahab, the Red Sea and the Sinai Peninsula
When you think of Egypt, the first places that often come to mind are the Sahara Desert, the Pyramids of Giza, or perhaps, the River…
My first year of uni wasn’t good and that’s okay
When you stereotypically think about university and how it is supposed to be the best years of your life – you’ll likely think of freshers…
The ‘Amber’ listed countries and what it means for our summer holidays
Popular holiday destinations like Italy, Spain and Greece have been put on the amber list for travels. The UK government has published a “traffic light”…
A student guide to the Bodycoach 90 Day Plan
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been through a few different patterns since March last year. In lockdown No.1, I was working at my local…
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…