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Miette Dsouza

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Yzabelle Bostyn

Here you can find all my published writing. Check out the 'About Me' section to learn more about me and the 'Contact Me' to contact me directly.

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Lucy Eaton

I work as a Digital Copywriter at Boots UK, having started in September 2022. Currently, I write the copy for the health and wellness department pages, alongside other projects including …

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Bethia Wyborn

Multimedia reporter. NCTJ accredited with bylines in DIVA, Pick me up! and Chat magazine.Winner of the Gavin Reeve-Daniels Memorial Prize in Magazine Journalism.

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Heather Treaton

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Latest Articles

Review: Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally by Harry Styles

Yet?’, the refrain of the track’s title acts as a provocation to himself and the listener asYet, the album is scattered with weightless, disparate lyrics. Do I need to be told on ‘Dance No More’, “you gotta get your feet wet/ respect your mother?” This album seems to treat lyrics …
By Eve Hutchinson
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Jungle fever: why the nation can’t get enough of I’m a Celeb

Forcing UK celebrities to eat sheep testicles and lie in a coffin filled with snakes is a tried and tested formula here. Every November we sit in front of our television screens excited to watch Jordan North scream ‘Turf Moor happy place’ every day for three weeks. The format of …
By Heather Treaton
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A guide to staying warm (but still cute) at outdoor events this Christmas season

With Bonfire Night just behind us, and the temperatures dipping, finding the balance between warmth and style can be tricky. Chances are you might have been a bit chilly whilst out watching the fireworks, so here’s a guide to staying cosy outside and ready for all the upcoming Christmas markets …
By Anna-Louise Adepegba
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Makeup Nostalgia: the perfect storm of sentimental and cringeworthy

Let’s take a stroll down memory lane; It’s Christmas time, and that auntie that you never see buys you your first makeup set. It’s complete with tacky lip glosses, unpigmented eyeshadow and brushes that hold no product. Or, for some, your first encounter with makeup might be a tiny palette …
By Heather Treaton
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Sam Fender: everything you need to know about the UK’s favourite Geordie

Sam Fender seems to resonate with a lot of people. This was evidenced when, for Christmas, my brother asked for the same electric guitar Sam had so he could be more like him. His songs are raw and real, especially for people in the North East. Growing up in North …
By Heather Treaton
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Proving the pain: How a school’s policy reflects vast inequality in women’s healthcare

Anybody that has had one will tell you, periods are not fun. For most the discomfort is annoying period pains, irritable moods, and quite often the dreaded backache. Whilst these inconveniences aren’t ideal, many can go about their lives with minimal disruption. However, for others, periods can be debilitating pain …
By Leah Massingham
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Taylor Swift: Time magazine's Person of the Year

's nomination as Time magazine's Person of the Year has been the crowning achievement of a stellar 2023. The title, which has been given out every year by the magazine since 1927, was regularly bestowed upon heads of state, US presidents, and military leaders. This isn’t the first time Swift …
By Tabitha Wilson
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INTERVIEW: How this author drew inspiration from a tsunami to write a debut novel

Tsunamis, suspense and mystery shape this psychological thriller that is not short of twists and turns. The debut novel, Genesis Flood, by Shelley Cox is not for the faint of heart. Genesis Flood follows the story of a pregnant woman who uses a tsunami as an excuse to escape an …
By Bethia Wyborn
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Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour concert film release

Pop sensation Taylor Swift has announced that the concert film of her smash hit tour will be coming to screens across the globe. The Eras Tour, Taylor’s sixth concert tour, has been breaking records both in the USA and internationally. The singer hit headlines when Ticketmaster crashed during the presale, …
By Tabitha Wilson
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OPINION: Why theatre needs to be respected now more than ever

Musical theatre has been a major part of my life ever since I was a child. From performing in musicals in after-school clubs to regularly attending the theatre, I will always have a soft spot for the stage and all who celebrate this fabulous industry. Unfortunately due to Covid-19 the …
By Jade Bullen
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OPINION: Why theatre needs to be respected now more than ever

Musical theatre has been a major part of my life ever since I was a child. From performing in musicals in after-school clubs to regularly attending the theatre, I will always have a soft spot for the stage and all who celebrate this fabulous industry. Unfortunately due to Covid-19 the …
By Jade Bullen
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Endometriosis: What is it and why does it need an awareness month?

Unbeknown to many, March is Endometriosis Action Month. You may be thinking why does this condition need a whole month’s recognition? I've never even heard of it, so how bad can it be? And it would be fair to ask those questions as it is not widely spoken about in …
By Olivia Warburton
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The rise of the 90's: Beauty trends to re-fall in love with this year

From blue frosty eyeshadow to butterfly clips, 90's beauty trends were playful and glamorous. The TV and media presented us with our 90s icons who’s striking looks have made a major resurgence – a dream for makeup and hair lovers, like myself. From ‘The Rachel’ cut to dramatic lips, here …
By Isobel Wright
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The ‘vanilla girl’: Who is she and how is she taking over TikTok?

She is the latest figure taking over the for-you-pages of many TikTok users, but what does it mean to be a ‘vanilla girl’? Five years ago, many would have taken being called ‘vanilla’ as an insult, an innuendo for being considered basic or boring. However, the ‘vanilla girl’ is anything …
By Olivia Warburton
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OPINION FEATURE: Should private schools be abolished?

The Covid-19 pandemic accentuated the divide between public and private schools due to those being most vulnerable to poverty, lack of resources and lack of parental support being those in public schools. As well as this, the governmental grading systems for GCSEs and A-Levels unequivocally benefitted those at private schools …
By Leah Massingham
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How to maintain a healthy sleeping pattern during exam season

If you’re anything like me, bedtime is the most exciting time of the day. I can’t wait to go to sleep as soon as I wake up most days to be honest! But in times of stress, deadlines and exams, many people notice that their sleep schedules suffer more than …
By Leah Massingham
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Fashionable stocking fillers that won't break the bank

With the cost of living crisis still impacting many people’s lives, many of us will be considering cheaper gift alternatives this Christmas. Fashion doesn’t have to be expensive so here are our favourite stocking fillers that will keep you and your loved ones looking cute this winter, without breaking the …
By Madison Burgess
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