Art

  • Beauty and brains: how one Gen Z model does it all 

    Beauty and brains: how one Gen Z model does it all 

    Running on nothing but adrenaline, one moment she’s backstage at Paris Fashion Week, surrounded by the hum of hairdryers and last-minute make-up touch-ups, the next she’s in a lecture hall in Madrid, poring over dental anatomy. At just 20 years old, Jordanian model and dentistry student Sima Sunna is defying expectations—proving that passion and perseverance… Read More…

  • Mickey 17 review: a mind-bending sci-fi vision from director Bong Joon Ho

    Mickey 17 review: a mind-bending sci-fi vision from director Bong Joon Ho

    “The deeper you delve, the more expansive and captivating the paradox becomes, all enriched with humour that glimmers like the morning star.” remarked renowned Korean film critic Lee Dong-jin after watching , awarding it a score of 4.0. On March 7, 2025, Bong Joon-Ho’s highly anticipated sci-fi film Mickey 17 was finally released, stunning audiences… Read More…

  • Milan loves Seoul: a visual journey through the show

    Milan loves Seoul: a visual journey through the show

    The ‘Milan Loves Seoul’ event, held from February 28 to March 3, 2025, at Palazzo Bovara in Milan, marked a new chapter in cultural exchange between Italy and South Korea. This prestigious event transcended the boundaries of fashion, offering an immersive platform for collaboration and dialogue that celebrated the blending of Milan’s rich fashion heritage… Read More…

  • TV shows making a comeback in 2025 

    TV shows making a comeback in 2025 

    Every year, TV fans eagerly anticipate the return of their favourite shows, and 2025 is no exception. Whether you’re waiting for the next chapter of a gripping drama, a hilarious sitcom, or an action-packed thriller, this year has plenty in store. The White Lotus: Season 3 The White Lotus is a darkly comedic social satire… Read More…

  • From mosh pits to mind trips: how hip-hop shows are becoming full-blown experiences

    From mosh pits to mind trips: how hip-hop shows are becoming full-blown experiences

    In the past, hip-hop concerts consisted of artists performing on stage whilst holding mics and receiving a DJ-led musical backing. The growth of hip-hop shows from the 2010s produced all-encompassing sensory experiences, unifying musical elements with theatrical displays, and alembicated spaces. JPEGMAFIA, together with Playboi Carti, introduced an evolutionary stage whereby concert-goers become participants in… Read More…

  • A step short: 10 Oscar-worthy movies snubbed by the Academy Awards

    A step short: 10 Oscar-worthy movies snubbed by the Academy Awards

    Every year, the Academy Awards leaves out films with the potential to be award-winners. In the past, similar instances of this have occurred. Movies like “The Dark Knight,” and “Do the Right Thing” famously being snubbed from their respective ceremonies. This sparked numerous debates about the Academy’s selection process, leading to a new rule implemented… Read More…

  • What does artificial intelligence mean for the future of music?

    From AI-generated compositions to virtual artists, AI is reshaping how music is created, distributed, and consumed. But what does this mean for the future of music, and how will it continue to shape the industry?  To explore these questions, we chatted with music industry PhD student James (name changed for anonymity), a music industry expert,… Read More…

  • From tradition to trend: Rosalía’s role in flamenco’s modern comeback 

    From tradition to trend: Rosalía’s role in flamenco’s modern comeback 

    Once “old-fashioned,” now global: the Rosalía effect  In 2018, a Spanish artist named Rosalía released Malamente, a track that blended traditional flamenco elements with modern urban beats. The song, with its haunting vocals, rhythmic handclaps, and hypnotic production, quickly became a sensation. Suddenly, a genre that had long been considered outdated by mainstream audiences was… Read More…

  • Blanca Arimany: fashion, trends, and finding your style in the digital age 

    Blanca Arimany: fashion, trends, and finding your style in the digital age 

    One of Spain’s most successful young fashion influencers is 23-year-old Blanca Arimany (@blancaarimany). She has always had an interest in fashion, being introduced to the sector through her fashion designer Mother. Apart from fashion, Blanca has also studied Global Communication Management in Barcelona, her home city. She wanted to gain knowledge in international marketing so… Read More…

  • Meet Trainspotters: Q&A with the Gen Z indie band reviving Britpop in Cardiff

    Meet Trainspotters: Q&A with the Gen Z indie band reviving Britpop in Cardiff

    Trainspotters, a Cardiff-based student band, is bringing Britpop’s swagger and attitude to a new generation. Formed through their university’s live music society, the Trainspotters consists of Jasper Dudley (vocals and rhythm guitar), Jerry Cheung (lead guitar), Isaac Trew (bass), Harry Evans (keyboard), and Wesley Kwok (drums). Since their first gig, they’ve built a following in… Read More…