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Freya Harrod explains the tragic loss of Brianna Ghey, and asks what this means for trans rights. Vigils have been held across the country, such as in Dublin, Belfast and Manchester, and thousands of people have gathered in central London to pay respects to the death of 16-year-old Brianna Ghey. Brianna was a young girl who now has no future due to the brutal actions of anti-trans fascists who believed it was their right to take her life. Brianna was just a schoolgirl, an irreplaceable daughter, granddaughter and sister. This is a loss not just for the country and LGBTQ+…
Frey Harrod explores the latest trend to swamp TikTok and social media channels: deinfluencing. Is the trend really the saviour from capitalist over-consumption that it proclaims to be? Most of us who regularly consume TikTok and other social media content can now relate to the experience of watching a video from your favourite creator, only to realise halfway through that it’s a poorly disguised ad for some new random mobile game. In the current Internet climate, YouTube videos dissecting capitalism will be interrupted two minutes in by an ad, and scrolling down your TikTok for-you-page can quickly lead to a…
Label volunteer, Bola Johnson, explores definitions of micro-cheating. What is it and why do relationships become entangled in it? Micro-cheating is a topic that is frequently disregarded because so much of our lives are now centred around the internet realm. Micro-cheating is characterised as seemingly little, improper behaviours that take place outside of one’s committed relationship and are frequently done unknowingly, according to Lydia Antonatos’ definition in a “choosing therapy” article. These actions don’t generally qualify as actual infidelity, although they do have certain characteristics with it, such as dishonesty and secrecy while in a committed relationship. Examples of micro-cheating…
Label volunteer, Tia Salter, talks us through the highs and lows of British TV… and tells us just how they get it so very wrong sometimes. Warning: Spoilers Ahead! As a Uni student it’s crucial to have something good to watch during that all important down time. But why are so many of the endings of our favourite shows usually a disappointment? How can producers get it so wrong sometimes? I’m going to delve into some of the highs and lows of some of the favourites of British telly. If I ever want to watch a good drama, BBC is…
Sari gives her predictions on this Springs Fashion Trends! Now FW23 fashion season is well underway all around the world, cities have been filled with the coolest streetwear of spring 2023. The ‘comfort-first’ look that we got used to during the pandemic seems to stay, as we observe baggy, oversized clothing, practical pants and comfortable trainers taking over spring. CARGO PANTS A Y2K staple, but instead of the low-rise trend of the 2000s, HIGH-RISE IS BACK! More comfortable than ever and with as many pockets as possible! Top tip: if you don’t want to spend astronomical prices on high fashion…
On Monday 6th March Loughborough Jiu Jitsu are holding a self-defence class for women and non-binary students. Sports Editor, Jasmine Trapnell shares all the details on when, where, and why. Loughborough Jiu Jitsu are holding a self defence class for women and non-binary students on Monday 6th March, 3pm at Sir David Wallace Studio 1, with tickets priced at just £5. “Jiu Jitsu is a martial art which uses your opponent’s momentum against them. So with the right technique, you don’t need strength at all!” Neve Hutchinson (Loughborough Jiu Jitsu’s welfare rep) described why the club chose to host this…
Getting women into the gym? A history of women’s fitness Label writer, Georgia Stone, explains the disparity between male and female exercise and what we should be doing to change it. Women are less likely than men to meet their recommended aerobic activity levels and even less likely to meet muscle strength exercise guidelines, begging the question… why aren’t women exercising? Women’s journey of personal fitness has a long and complex history. Once considered unladylike, exercise became increasingly ‘faddy’ for women. From Jazzercise to Zumba, home workout tapes and fitness trends have created cult followings of fitness influencers and routines…
‘Lucky Girl Syndrome’ has quickly spiralled on TikTok as the latest internet trend. Rebecca Pearson explores whether luck has anything to do with it and what it reveals about positive thinking mindsets. You’ve probably stumbled upon the videos of young women asserting how lucky they are – how everything goes their way. ‘Lucky Girl Syndrome’ is the latest internet trend, the idea that if you repeat to the universe that good fortune is innately yours, anything you want will come true. As a trend, it was Laura Galebe who first set the idea running on TikTok in December. Amidst her many wellness…
Loughborough claimed an almost clean sweep over Durham on Sunday 26th February in the varsity competition. Sports editor, Jasmine Trapnell reports on the success of the day! Sunday 26th February saw Loughborough claim, once again, varsity victory over Durham. Winning a total of 10 out of 11 games, Loughborough just could not be touched. The results from the day are as below: Game after game, Loughborough dominated – but two stand out results were from netball with Robert Bakewell winning by 57 points, and women’s squash with Faraday winning all 5 matches. The results from varsity show the strength of…
Label regular writer, Connor Forbes, talks us through the upcoming Academy Awards with his personal critique of the films and actors nominated. It’s Hollywood’s awards season! A period where individuals are celebrated, in an ensemble of career changing ceremonies, for their years of hard-work and effort. 2022 was a fantastic year for the movies, finally seeing healthy growth at the box office after the pandemic, with stellar blockbuster releases such as Top Gun: Maverick and Avatar: The Way of Water. Now with the Oscars well on the way, let us take a look at some of the awards’ nominees and…