The perfect resolution: small goals for busy minds
"Not every goal we make will be executed with complete precision because it is not in our nature to maintain perfection. We are chaotic, emotional beings with an inherent tendency…
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Stop trying to be ‘that girl’ and be ‘this girl’ instead
What I am trying to say here, dear readers, is yes, we should focus on ourselves. But let’s not forget that we are humans, not machines.
Artistic Aspirations
Erin Waks discusses how art and creativity helped her through difficult times.
Happy New Year!
Introducing the first editor’s picks of 2022, Anna Stringer reflects on the last twelve months and contemplates what the year ahead could bring.
The beauty of Lumiere 2021
As we begin the Christmas holidays, Melissa Rumbold and Hannah Ahmed take a moment to reflect on the 2021 Lumiere festival, discussing the beautiful installations and the festive spirit it…
Paint scraping: art or craft?
Paint scrape art is the next online trend taking our for-you-pages by storm. In this article, Rachel Barlow discusses how leading paint scrape artists have been making an impact in…
Durham University launches Sir Harry Evans global journalism initiative in partnership with Reuters
Today, Durham University and Reuters, an international news organisation, announced the launch of a global initiative designed to nurture a new generation of investigative journalists. The programme, which aims to…
Cafe crawl bucket-list
Abigail Brierley reflects on her Durham cafe experiences
My homes
The author discusses the difficulty faced by students of knowing where home is.
The history of the Gingerbread House
Harriet Banks delves into the history of the gingerbread house and how it became such a widespread Christmas tradition.