From Elvis and Chuck Berry in the 50s to Nirvana in the 90s, rock has been the music of the young generation. But recently there has been a decline in mainstream rock, resulting in the phrase “rock is dead”, and if that’s the case, then who’s responsible?
Having not watched the first series, I was wary of beginning on the second. I shouldn’t have been. It was awesome. The series opens in a showdown between Sherlock Holmes and his nemesis Jim Moriarty, in a swimming pool of all places. The gentle banter involving death threats, guns at point blank range, and a [...]
Ooooh! Controversial, I know. But I have a point; you’ll only get your voice heard if you open your mouth, so things will only change if you vote.
Today, whilst frantically buying gifts, I was struck by Christmas. No, it wasn’t a heartfelt, it’s-a-wonderful-life-esque epiphany. No, it was a sad reminder of what Christmas has become.
We all do it. Buy a pack of gum and eat it all within a day. How many people do you see absent-mindedly chewing as they go about their daily business? Exactly. But what is gum? Where does it come from? And why do we love it so much?
Choosing a sixth form is difficult; especially with so many choices. Finding yourself trailing round college after college, is neither fun, nor something anyone has the time to do. This is why I’ve compiled a list of key things to remember when going round the school tour circle: 1) Do you actually want to go [...]
After Michael, a fellow YU Online author, came in having drunk eight Lucozades and three Red Bulls, I felt obliged to write an article about the effects of such a habit.
If you, like me, are put off by the daunting prospect of a £9000 pound a year degree, then fear not; many countries in Europe offer free, or considerably cheaper, education!
“Do you remember the student protests back in November, due to a possible 200% increase in university fees? If you do, you might remember that the protesters were trapped or “kettled” for up to 8 hours. According to three London school students, this was unlawful.”
The ultimate symbol of nerdiness or a fashion accessory? Are they cool or not? I raise this subject, as it is an issue close to my heart. Yes, I am a four eyes.
