Lifestyle Archive
11th February 2023
Lifestyle Loves: Manchester for free
We’re showcasing some of the best free things to do in Manchester as being a student on a budget can often feel restricting, but it doesn’t have to mean that you can’t enjoy your city
12th December 2022
Mindfulness around Christmas
The joys of Christmas are not always felt by everyone. For some, this time of year can be especially hard. So, here is why its important to look after yourself, practise self-care, and have a more mindful Christmas time
5th December 2022
Your guide to Manchester’s Christmas Markets
The Lifestyle section gives you our rundown of Manchester’s Christmas Markets, with all our festive top picks, in locations such as Piccadilly Gardens, Market Street, and St Ann’s Square
1st December 2022
Handling a Hangover (the Scandinavian way)
A trip to Copenhagen reformed my world view on how to handle a hangover. Scandinavian girls just seem to have got it. So how do British girls get it too?
30th November 2022
Empowerment through language: Stop putting yourself down
With Reclaim the Night in mind, the Lifestyle section has decided to unpack how the language we use to address ourselves and others has the power to change our outlook from self-doubt to self-confidence
29th November 2022
Making the most of Manchester this winter
Manchester has no shortage of places to explore – enjoy some of our suggestions for the best that the city has to offer this festive season
28th November 2022
Where to watch your favourite carols this Christmas
Wanting to feel more festive this December? Christmas carols are one good option, and we’ve got a list of all the best events in Manchester to give you some inspiration
27th November 2022
Feel festive at Manchester’s Lightopia!
Lightopia is back in Manchester to light up the winter sky with festive joy with its light exhibition, food stalls and fairground. But is it worth venturing all the way to Heaton Park?
25th November 2022
Thursday – the new Friday?
Thursday is a dating app which promises something other than your usual, tired, swipe-left-swipe-right, never-actually-go-on-date, dating app. Thursday is helping us to reclaim the online-dating scene in safe and comfortable ways
21st November 2022
How to pick your student house
Finding the right student house can often be a significant source of stress for students, which is why we’re here with lots of advice for creating the perfect living situation
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18th November 2022
Adidas presents SPEZIAL F.C. footwear exhibition at Circle Square Manchester
Football and fashion fans – this one’s for you! Head over to Circle Square Manchester for a free exhibition of Adidas football footwear throughout the decades
17th November 2022
Women in Media returns, kick-starting with fundraiser at Fallowfield’s Handlebar
Back for its eighth consecutive year in Manchester, this years Women in Media conference is set to be a fantastic weekend. Sponsoring charities MASH and Smart Works, WIM’s first fundraiser is being held in Fallowfield’s newest venue, Handlebar
16th November 2022
Six of the best places to catch all of the World Cup drama
With the World Cup fast approaching, we’ve created a list of suggestions of the best student-friendly bars to head to when watching the games
16th November 2022
Seven essentials for every student home
Finding student life hard? Not to worry, as we’re here with a handy list of student home essentials guaranteed to make sure you’re having the best student experience
15th November 2022
Agony Aunt Angela: A library full of possibilities
Flustered, a distracted student reaches out to Aunt Angela about a library crush. But is it possible to overcome your fears and find love in the Ali G? Or should they just keep dreaming from afar?
10th November 2022
Bongo’s Bingo returns to Manchester
The UK’s leading bingo rave phenomenon is back this December in full Christmas force
6th November 2022
Monday blues: How to start your week well
It’s week five at uni, and I can bet that by now we’ve all experienced those all-too-common Monday Blues. But, fear not! Lifestyle is here with it’s top-tips to crushing your Monday Morning Blues and starting the week with your best foot forward
1st November 2022
Cocktail or mocktail? How to embrace being sober at university
How do you navigate being sober at university? Embracing the words “I don’t drink” is a skill, so here’s how, and why, you can do it
1st November 2022
Lifestyle Loves: Puppy yoga
Have you seen videos of puppy yoga all over your TikTok feed? Find out more about a student’s experience at Manchester’s very own Paw Yoga class
28th October 2022
A first look at Backyard Cinema’s new Manchester venue
Backyard Cinema has come to Manchester for its first Northern venue and has all the components for a perfect autumn-winter experience