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Author: Lana Bester

Travel and Lifestyle

Is a post-uni gap year worth it?

Lana Bester December 6, 2022 No Comments adventureasiaeuropegap yearopportunitiessabbaticaltravelling

More and more students are choosing to take a gap year after their degree. The number of deferrals is decreasing, and post-A-Level travels are out…

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How to keep on top of your mental health at NTU

Lana Bester September 21, 2022 No Comments mental healthntu mental healthntu servicesstudent mental healthstudent mentorstudent supportsupportwellbeing

According to a recent report, one in five students have a diagnosed mental health problem, almost half of students reported thoughts of self-harm, and more…

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An alternative guide to London: Quirky things to see and do

Lana Bester June 6, 2022 No Comments activitiesDay outLondonthings to do

So you have covered all the highlights and world-famous landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, shopped until you have dropped at Harrods and…

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Top 5 Trending Holiday Locations For Summer 2022

Lana Bester May 23, 2022 No Comments Holidaystudent travelsummerTravel

If you are dreaming of white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and incredible food, you are not alone. According to easyJet, more than two-thirds (65%) of…

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I was skeptical of this Nottingham Japanese spot, until I ate their ramen….

Emma Lofnes March 27, 2026 No Comments

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Jeannique Kuhne March 22, 2026 No Comments

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Jeannique Kuhne March 15, 2026 No Comments

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Meet the cast of NTUs Little Shop of Horrors! 🪴

Georgia Radford March 11, 2026 No Comments

Nottingham Trent University’s musical production of Little Shop of Horrors will take over The Level on April 14th and 15th, and tickets are live now!…

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From passion project to Nottingham encyclopedia: I spoke to the founder of Notts Happening

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For the past three years, Notts Happening has served as Nottingham’s digital town crier, without the bell or funny hat. I got chatting to Oliver, the founder of Notts Happening, to get a behind-the-scenes look at his journey with the business.

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