On this day back in 1940, Richard and Maurice McDonald started a Californian BBQ business. Seventy-five years down the line, their efforts have touched the world over; the famous Golden Arches are thought to be the most recognised symbol globally, and on average they serve 25 million customers every day – and who doesn’t have a pal… Continue reading Happy McBirthday: McDonald’s marks 75 years in business
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5 things you didn’t know about Pitch Perfect 2
It’s here! One of the most hotly-anticipated films of 2015, Pitch Perfect returns with Pitch Perfect 2; cue more hilarious one liners, “aca-awkward” comments and spine-tingling voice-only pop covers following its success in 2012. In the sequel, the eight-girl a capella group, The Bellas, are aiming to regain their status after a humiliating performance in… Continue reading 5 things you didn’t know about Pitch Perfect 2
It’s good to talk
At this time of the year, you’re likely to be feeling hot under the collar as you put in the hours studying for exams and completing coursework in time. Finding a suitable outlet to discuss exam worries and concerns with isn’t always straightforward. Friends are often dealing with their own problems, parents grew up in… Continue reading It’s good to talk
Dealing with hayfever
Spring has well and truly sprung. Associated with new life, this time of year sees baby lambs jumping around in fields, sumptuous blossom appearing on trees on every corner, daffodils sprouting up… All this fresh greenery is generally lovely, however for those with an intolerance to pollen, this time of year brings unwanted sneezing, itchy… Continue reading Dealing with hayfever
Puppetry, ethical hacking and surf science – Britain’s weirdest degrees
At this time of the year, many of you will be thinking about what the future holds for you – and uni or college might be part of the plan. Fed up with the usual English, business and psychology degrees that you’re forever hearing about? We’ve rustled around the dusty corners of the world wide… Continue reading Puppetry, ethical hacking and surf science – Britain’s weirdest degrees
Nepal – how can I help?
When natural disasters strike, we’re often left feeling a bit overwhelmed by the scale of the destruction and the number of people affected. Turning on the news, we quickly realise how much need there is for the basics – water, food, blankets and medicine. Where do we start to help the many hundreds of homeless,… Continue reading Nepal – how can I help?
The honorary graduates
There’s something quite ironic about the fact that rapper Kanye West received an honorary PhD considering his first three albums were titled The College Dropout, Late Registration and Graduation. However, after almost 20 years in the music industry, West has in a sense “graduated”, after receiving an honorary doctorate from the School of the Art Institute… Continue reading The honorary graduates
Last minute study tips
If you’re reading this, it might be the case that you’re procrastinating to the max and quietly bricking yourself having left all your exam revision to the very, very last minute. For the sake of not wasting your valuable time, let’s cut to the chase and give you the best tips for absorbing all the… Continue reading Last minute study tips
Top Scots: Victoria Easton, Radio 1 Breakfast Show producer
While we almost cried when our Radio 1 fave Matt Fincham announced he was leaving his role as producer on the Breakfast Show to go work with Annie Mac in the evenings, we were delighted to hear a Scottish accent cropping up in his place – welcome to new producer, Victoria Easton! Victoria’s been working… Continue reading Top Scots: Victoria Easton, Radio 1 Breakfast Show producer