The melodic hum of music floating around an auditorium is a luxury that, like many others, has been snatched away from its patrons thanks to the COVID-19 lockdown enforced on the nation just months ago. But on the other side of the horn, performers are readying themselves to return back to their music stands – […]
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Independent Women: The faces of the businesses that are booming in lockdown
Times are tough for us all at the moment. Whether you’ve lost your job, can’t see your family or are on the frontline battling COVID-19, we’ve all got a struggle to face in the light of the virus. For small businesses, trade has been snatched away by the disease. With some unable to operate from […]
The Great British Book Boom: Why reading is making a comeback
Imagine escaping to a universe where people are dancing with merriment, drinking fine wine from goblets of silver and gazing at the stars overhead as night falls on the kingdom. A universe where you’re allowed to dance with your friends until your feet ache and you can’t keep your eyelids open. A universe that hasn’t […]
What it’s like to experience pregnancy during lockdown
Pregnancy is no easy means at the best of times, let alone during a global pandemic. Zoe Gater spoke to one mum-to-be about the obstacles she has been facing so far. For the majority of new parents-to-be, pregnancy is an enjoyable and exciting time. Of course, there is lots to think about regarding the physical, […]
“System change, not Climate Change”: Cheltenham’s economic future
We are in a time of political uncertainty. Brexit has been delayed by a further two months, a General election is looking likely in December, all while tackling a climate emergency. In Cheltenham, it feels just as uncertain. As it is often a swing seat, Alex Chalk’s place as MP seems unstable, and the Liberal […]
Energy drinks – The story behind my addiction
I remember the sip of my first energy drink – the cool liquid sugar slowly seeping down an 18-year old Sam’s thirsty throat bringing his entire body back to life. The sudden rush of energy through chemicals transforming a sleepy Sam to a wide-eyed super Sam. I was attending a 24-hour gaming charity event a […]
Single’s Guide for Valentine’s Day
Candle-lit dinners, Instagramable roses and cliché ‘I love you’ cards are the epitome of Valentine’s Day. The romance filled day is generally celebrated by loved-up twosomes who relish their partners company. On this particular day, it seems as though those who prefer to stay single are expected to stay at home and eat donuts […]