When bubble tea arrived in London from Taiwan, Britain’s capital was instantly hooked. Never one to miss an opportunity, last autumn, May Gem Tan and her brother Liam brought the refreshment north of the border to Glasgow. Laura Redpath caught up with May Gem, 25, to find out how she got her city centre-based business running, and what it is… Continue reading A tea-rrific business idea…
Category: Features
REVIEW: Lea Michele – Louder
She’s the darling of world-famous TV show Glee, and now Lea Michele’s released an album. I’m perfectly aware of her fan following and how enthusiastic they are about her beloved show. With that in mind, I’m also aware I could be run out of town for what I say next… I didn’t like her album.… Continue reading REVIEW: Lea Michele – Louder
TOP 5: simple pleasures
Today is International Day of Happiness. Yes, that’s right – a day to feel positive, to smile at strangers and skip down the street if you feel that way inclined. While this UN-established day might seem a bit daft, looking on the bright side of life does have its benefits. According to research carried out… Continue reading TOP 5: simple pleasures
REVIEW – The Wanted, SSE Hydro, Glasgow
The Wanted Support: Elyar Fox, The Vamps SSE Hydro, Glasgow, 16/3/14 I don’t think that Glasgow’s SSE Hydro has ever been filled with more girls screaming than it was on Sunday night when Elyar Fox, The Vamps and The Wanted took to the stage as part of The Wanted’s Word of Mouth Tour, their last… Continue reading REVIEW – The Wanted, SSE Hydro, Glasgow
REVIEW: Nicholas McDonald – In the Arms of an Angel
Nicholas McDonald was the runner up in 2013’s The X Factor, after Sam Bailey. The Wishaw lad’s boyish looks and angelic voice won over the voting viewers and after leaving school to pursue his music career, the 17-year-old is about to release his debut album. In the Arms Of an Angel is a collection of… Continue reading REVIEW: Nicholas McDonald – In the Arms of an Angel
REVIEW: Example – The Garage, Glasgow
Example The Garage, Glasgow, 15/3/14 When it comes to gigs, the audience tends to spilt into three distinct groups. First come the ‘bar lot’ who can be found, well, at the bar, nodding along to the music. Second come those who hover by the walls in an attempt to avoid the dreaded pit-circle, and last,… Continue reading REVIEW: Example – The Garage, Glasgow
Takeaway v. Home Cooking
One of the great things about moving away from home and going off to university or college is getting more independent and being in charge of your own money. However, it does suddenly mean that you’re allowed to buy whatever you want, whenever you want. This gets problematic when you’re in the flat on your… Continue reading Takeaway v. Home Cooking
Dawn O’Porter: “You’ve got as many hours in the day as Beyoncé”
The spring issue of Source is hitting schools, colleges and universities this week – squeal! Alongside all the best careers advice and biggest interviews, we’ve got queen of the unusual documentary-turned-author Dawn O’Porter as this issue’s celebrity graduate. As well as sharing details of the academic experience that kick-started her career, Dawn told us a… Continue reading Dawn O’Porter: “You’ve got as many hours in the day as Beyoncé”
Donating my hair to sick children
It may sound weird, but I’m not afraid to admit it: my hair is my pride and joy. Last week, my hair measured 33 inches from root to tip. It’s straight, in great condition and golden in colour. Growing it became a bit of an obsession in its latter months – the longer it got,… Continue reading Donating my hair to sick children