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Hangovers – I hate them, you hate them. Let’s get rid of them.

Nathan Woollard October 20, 2025 No Comments

I know I’m not alone when I say this – I absolutely hate hangovers. I hate that awful squeezing headache that lingers around for what…

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A bargain lover’s guide to Sherwood: Nottingham’s charity shop district

Ellie Atkinson March 7, 2025 No Comments

If you’re looking for a bargain and a day out of the hustle and bustle of Nottingham city centre, Sherwood is the place for you.

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‘It’s important the legacy is left behind’: More than 9,000 people sign petition demanding council to halt Marcus Garvey Centre closure

Jasmine Thomas-Alie February 24, 2025 1 Comment

An online petition has been created by staff and volunteers at the Marcus Garvey Centre calling for its reopening. The appeal was published on February 9 after Nottingham City Council announced it was set to close the site in Lenton due to safety concerns in December 2024.

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The ultimate student guide to staying full on a budget at university

Nathan Woollard December 23, 2024 No Comments

Do you ever find yourself eating and still feeling hungry? Here’s your ultimate guide to staying fuller, for longer at university.

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Decorating tips: How to make your space feel like yours

Phoebe Leonard November 28, 2024 No Comments

When moving to a new place, such as a new city for university, there is so much for you to think about. With everything that…

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Review: Sea Girls – Open Up Your Head

Music Editor August 14, 2020 No Comments albumindieOpen Up Your HeadSea Girls

A rollercoaster of emotions from start to finish, Sea Girls’ debut album, Open Up Your Head, is a tale of love and heartbreak with a…

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Review: Vistas – Everything Changes in the End

Music Editor May 29, 2020 No Comments Everything Changes in the EndindiemusicVistas

Everything Changes in the End is a long-awaited debut album from the Edinburgh indie trio, Vistas, with a plethora of singles under their belt beginning…

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Book Review: DIE

Katie Green July 4, 2019 No Comments artavengersbookscomicscritical rolecyberpunkDCdnddon quixotefantasyfictionfilmGame of Thronesgaminggothgraphic novelimageindiejumanjilocallotrmagicMarvelnottinghamNottspage 45paintingrole-playingrpgsci - fitelevisionThorwalking deadwarcraftwatchmenwitcherx-men

“You have no idea how good this will be. This is fantasy for grown-ups.” In 1991, a group of teenagers were promised a tabletop gaming…

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Dot to Dot Festival 2019: A showcase of Nottingham’s vibrant music scene

Music Editor June 2, 2019 No Comments alternativeCrystal FightersDot to Dot Festivalfeetfestivalindielocalmy pet fauxesPunksquidViagra Boys

Nottingham may not be the biggest city, but the cultural talent that was on offer at Dot to Dot surpassed populated distinctions. A festival that…

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Interview: Charles Cave from White Lies

Music Editor February 11, 2019 No Comments FiveindieinterviewWhite Lies

White Lies bass player Charles Cave answers questions about their latest album ‘Five’ and what to expect from their UK tour. The band from London…

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EP Review: The Pale White ‘Take Me to the Strange’

Music Editor November 7, 2018 No Comments epindiereviewTake Me to the StrangeThe Pale White

The Geordie trio are back with their second EP ‘Take Me to the Strange’ and with heavy riffs and catchy choruses, they are certainly a…

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Silver Wilson – Let You Go: Review

Music Editor March 9, 2018 No Comments indieLet You Gomusicnew musicnottinghamnottingham musicSilver Wilsonsingle review

Nottingham/Leeds indie-rock band Silver Wilson are back with their latest feel-good single. “Let You Go” is an emotive song, touching on the topic of breakups.…

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Morrissey at the Genting Arena: Review

Faith Pring March 5, 2018 No Comments Birminghamgenting arenaindieMorrisseyreviewthe Smith's

There was no support act beforehand, the posters stated. There would just be a 30 minute video before Morrissey started his performance. Of course, Morrissey…

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DMA’S and Peace to headline Liverpool’s Sound City Festival 2018

Music Editor January 24, 2018 No Comments Bank HolidayDMA'SfestivalindieLiverpoolPeaceSound City

Sound City has announced over 100 acts as it returns to Liverpool for its eleventh year. The festival is to be held over the May…

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The Sherlocks Live For The Moment: Review

Faith Pring October 31, 2017 No Comments albumindielive for the momentmusicreviewstudent mediathe sherlocks

Photo credit: Bournemouthecho.co.uk Four lads from Sheffield seems a very familiar story which bestows flashbacks to the early 2000s. However, The Sherlocks want everyone to…

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