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NTU students set to skydive for eating disorder charity
Two students from Nottingham Trent University are fundraising and taking part in a skydive to raise awareness surrounding eating disorders. Courtney McLaven, 22, from Hertfordshire,…
Government reveals date students can return to campus for in-person teaching
Students can return to campus no earlier than May 17, the Government has announced. This would be in line with Step 3 easing of restrictions,…
Nottingham Duke of Edinburgh award holders pay tribute to Prince Philip
Students in Nottingham who have earned the Duke of Edinburgh award have paid tribute to Prince Philip following his death on Friday (April 9). The…
NTU Vice-Chancellor ‘disappointed’ about lack of communication from Government on students’ return to campus
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) Vice-Chancellor Edward Peck says he is “disappointed” in a lack of Government guidance regarding the reopening of campuses. The vast majority…
Nottingham unlocks as shops open again and welcome people back through their doors
After several months of shops being forced closed due to coronavirus, they are finally allowed to reopen, along with outdoors hospitality. Walking around in the…
Sports
Mercedes start season on top again but Max Verstappen is a clear Championship challenger
If the Bahrain GP proved anything, it was that Lewis Hamilton will have to work as hard for this title as he has for a…
Good Friday joy for Notts County as Ian Burchnall registers first win as manager
First wins are vital for any manager, Ian Burchnall thought his had come last Saturday until the 92nd minute, but perhaps the wait made this…
Notts and Burchnall hope for a good Friday
New Notts County boss Ian Burchnall has not had the easiest first week in charge. A loss to lower-league Hornchurch in the FA Trophy semi-final…
Notts County lose FA Trophy semi-final on penalties to AFC Hornchurch
Notts County fell at the semi-final stage of the FA Trophy for the second time in as many seasons after a dramatic 3-3 draw, in…
Taking the knee: Solidarity or Showbiz?
English football clubs have been initiating the symbolic stance since June 2020, but some players are beginning to question its real worth. Colin Kaepernick was…
Fashion and Beauty
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…
5 LGBTQ+ fashion designers and brands to know and support
As February was LGBTQ+ history month, we wanted to highlight some of our favourite LGBTQ+ designers. Even though, we believe members of the community should…
18-year-old Nottingham student launches her own lip product business
Many people have changed their lives by making the most out of 2020 despite the pandemic. One of them is 18-year-old Lauren Boden, who decided…
Bling Empire’s best fashion moments
If you haven’t watched Bling Empire yet, get on it. The show’s filled with widely wealthy Asian-Americans fun seekers who go all out with parties,…
Tutorial: Valentines Day makeup look
Wether you’re teasing on tinder, flirting with friends or dazzling on date-night, we’ve got the lovesick look to lustre. With freshly flushed skin to smitten…
Culture and Entertainment
TV Review: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 5
Personally, this episode was the weakest. Not to say that it wasn’t good, but right before the final episode this week slowed it right down.…
TV Review: Too Close
ITV’s new three-part psychological drama – starring Denise Gough and Emily Watson – sees a story of twist and turns as a forensic psychiatrist tries…
Has Covid changed how diverse the award season now is?
This year’s award season has shown real diversity when it comes to the nominations, but does it have anything to do with the ongoing pandemic?…
The Lord Of The Rings – 20 Years Later
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the film trilogy The Lord of the Rings, let’s take a look at what the actors have been up…
TV Review: The Falcon and Winter Soldier Episode 4
This fourth episode was one of the strongest ones of the series so far, all I can say is – wow. (Warning: major spoilers ahead).…
Music
Brockhampton – ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE – Review
For a boy band that has been through everything in their short existence, ‘ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE’ is one hell of a comeback for…
Fearless (Taylor’s Version) – Taylor Swift: Review
On April 9, Taylor Swift released the highly anticipated Fearless (Taylor’s Version). Fearless marks the first of a set of re-recorded albums that fans await…
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…
Review: Lana Del Rey – Chemtrails Over the Country Club
When Lana Del Rey released the second single from her seventh studio album Chemtrails Over the Country Club – the name of both the single…
Single Review: Mimi Webb – Good Without
Rising star Mimi Webb has released her fourth single ‘Good Without’ which is said to the next best break up song alongside Olivia Rodrigo’s award-winning…
Platform’s Spring Vibes Playlist
Spring into the best and blossoming tracks of the season with our list of songs we will be jamming out to this spring. Featuring Tame…
Creative Corner
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…
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…
Travel and Lifestyle
Top 10 independents in Nottingham you need to visit
Do you want to help support small businesses after the pandemic? Of course you do! Here’s our rundown of where you need to go… 10)…
Top tips for keeping fit, healthy and happy as a university student
Jody Cook asked three fitness experts to help her answer the ultimate student question… how do you stay healthy and happy with a busy study…
What’s on: NTU Wellbeing Week 2021
This week is Wellbeing Week here at Nottingham Trent University. Over seven days, the NTSU will be holding several events which aim to encourage students…
Instagram sensation gives Notts students her food top tips
It can sometimes be hard to think of quick and easy meals to make at university. Luckily, this student from Nottingham creates affordable and tasty…
Travel guide: a very special weekend in Paris
Reminiscing on past holidays is one way to get through the third U.K. lockdown and is exactly how I’m spending my days. Dreaming of my…
National Kindness Day 2021: how can you participate?
We are living in such strange times right now. You switch on the news and all it shows is illness, vaccines and people struggling to…
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…