“Being trapped everyday with my own thoughts is really exhausting”- how eating disorders rage through the Coronavirus
For Zoe Burnett, a new num, a Tedx speaker, and an atypical anorexia sufferer, counting calories and excessive exercise are a coping mechanism and emotional avoidance, but when the world is in disarray, she finds herself desperately wanting a way…
VALENTINES DAY IS COMING IS ONLINE DATING THE ONE?
Is FaceTime the new way to date? Valentines Day is close and the online dating world continues to be explored. Many individuals are flocking towards different dating apps and social media to try and create a connection with a ‘potential’…
ARE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS RECEIVING SUPPORT DURING COVID 19?
University students now on their third lockdown are continuing to study from home with virtual lectures and little to no social experience. Many students are facing uncertainty causing mental health worries. Some students feel as though the Government and Universities…
What does Lockdown 2.0 mean for Churches this time around?
It has now been over a week since Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced another lockdown for all households in England. Businesses have closed, restaurants have gone back to serving takeaways only and places of worship have shut their doors once…
Rainham residents reignite campaign to save orchards from housing appeal
Residents are kick starting their campaign for a second time as their beloved orchards face being turned into a housing estate. The orchards off Pump Lane, in Rainham, are under threat of 1,250 homes being built on the 126 acres…
New York City celebrates Biden win with an Empire State of mind
Cheering, dancing, singing, honking horns and smiles continue to fill up the New York atmosphere as people continue celebrating Joe Biden’s presidential race victory. Donald Trump’s hometown neighbourhoods all came outside and poured into the city’s streets, parks and squares…
Dance club struggles under new Latvian government mandated restrictions
Junior ballroom dancing club Alaudo, like all professional team sports in Latvia, has been affected by a new rule from the health ministry banning group trainings indoors and competitions until the 13th of November. At the same time of introducing…
Remembrance Sunday service in Chatham live-streamed to hundreds
In a year when loss has been felt more often than most, Remembrance Sunday services to commemorate those lost at war were held in a very different way. Government restrictions on mass gatherings also extended to the annual services. Organisers…
Kent’s World Championship dancers may have to compete virtually
With the new government lockdown starting this week, many businesses in Kent are being forced to close their doors for the second time this year. This also means that dance studios across the county will have to put their training…
Government continues to leave 3 million workers without support
Government sparked controversy today by extending the furlough scheme until March whilst continuing to leave 3 million workers to fend for themselves. Yesterday England went into a second lockdown after the rise of coronavirus cases. In England alone, more than…