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E-scooters have popped up everywhere over lockdown with Cheltenham, Gloucester and Bristol gaining them in the last 2 months. But how useful and cost-effective are they for students? ‘Zwings’ was launched in Cheltenham in October as part of a 12-month transport trial to make the town more efficient and eco-friendly. University of Gloucestershire student Megan […]
Today, November 12th marks National Happy Hour Day! Usually, this fun unofficial holiday would likely involve spending time in a pub taking full advantage of all of the discounted drinks. Unfortunately, due to lockdown, this year’s celebrations will have to be a little different. How could we celebrate it this year? 1. Play drinking games […]
“You might have a sore foot or headache and mental illness is just the same as that. It’s OK to say you’re struggling with how your brain is working and it will get better.” Alice Lowrie, Mindfulness for Children, Stroud. It’s ‘Time to Talk Day’, which sees a nationwide effort to break the stigma around […]
Summer is coming and everybody wants to get their dream beach body ready. But unfortunately for you daily dieters out there, it could be the worst thing you’re doing for your body. According to a study by The Lancet, daily dieting is putting almost 11 million of us in an early grave each year. In […]
Nearly a generation ago, porn was a taboo subject that no one wanted to talk about. Now, we’re getting 5 mums to have a crack at producing an adult film for themselves. The 3 part channel 4 series, ended on Wednesday and it changed my views on porn completely. View this post on Instagram 73 […]
On the 1st of April, 1.9 million people received a pay rise. But for most of them, it was the April fool’s joke they were dreading. The minimum wage has been a part of UK Law for 20 years now, but some people are still conflicted about that amount that should be paid. […]
This month we’ve gone green. The University of Gloucestershire has created a March challenge sheet so you can go green this month and become responsible for your own waste. The challenges consist of giving to charity, using re-usable cups, volunteering, and much more. You get points for each challenge you take part in and at […]
Cheltenham festival is the biggest time of year for the bookies. But with little support and advice that the festival has to offer, what affect is this having on young adults? A growing number of 18-24-year olds are now attending the festival. Taking risks and spending more money. The festival has a restriction on under […]
Cheltenham race week is coming up, and the question that might be on most people’s minds is how do I place my bet? Of course, you have the book makers at the stands, and then there are the hundreds of betting apps, or of course the classic betting shop. But what’s going to get you […]
Cheltenham’s race festival is a massive event. It draws in thousands of people each year, eager to get their hands on some cash, drink and fun. But, none of this can happen without that hearty full English each morning. Here are the top 7 places to grab your grub this race week. Pittville Pump Room […]