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• Checklist of 8 essentials for student travel

  Tuesday, October 13th, 2009 Tempting though it may be to take everything including the kitchen sink when you’re off on your travels, you have to prioritise. Unless you have the packing capabilities of Mary Poppins, it just isn’t all going in. End of. So what are the essentials that you just have to have? 1. Paperwork It... More »

• 7 great ideas for Truth or Dare

  Thursday, October 8th, 2009 We all love truth or dare, but sometimes the creative juices required to maximise embarrassment and entertainment just don’t flow. It’s not for wimps, so there’s no letting the one in the corner squirm their way out! Here are some of the best truth or dare ideas: The Dare 1. Obtain squirty ... More »

• 5 ways to get more free time

  Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 Sometimes it’s just one thing after another – this job, that job, then yet another one after that. Moments to literally sit and do nothing can be few and far between. Those lazy days can be retrieved, though – with just a little organisation. 1. List it What precisely do you need to do? Make... More »

• 8 expert tips to flirting

  Friday, September 18th, 2009 Flirting - there are those of us who don’t even notice we’re doing it, then there are those of us who haven’t got the slightest clue and end up retreating red-faced and vowing never to approach the opposite sex ever again. So how do you get it right? Guys... More »

• Fun things you can do with your old books

  Sunday, September 13th, 2009 Textbooks, paperbacks, random gifts – we all end up with mountains of books that we just don’t know what to do with. Until now, that is. From reasonable to ridiculous, there’s always something creative that you can do with half a forest’s worth of books. Getting Silly Turn into a secret l... More »

• 7 STIs you should know about

  Saturday, August 29th, 2009 We all know how to prevent them and nobody wants one. Fact. Here are some to keep a look out for. Chlamydia affects 1 in 100 people under the age of 25 and often displays no symptoms. Symptoms: Women - lower abdominal pain, bleeding between periods or after sex, unusual discharge or painful peeing... More »

• Guide to making your own costumes

  Thursday, August 27th, 2009 You’ll never have more excuses to dress up as a pirate, fairy or even a whoopee cushion than when you’re at university. But after fancy dress night number three, it can start getting a bit pricey – so how can you keep the cost down and the costumes fabulous? 1. Raid your room You already ha... More »

• 5 ways to keep yourself sane at home

  Saturday, August 22nd, 2009 Benefits of being at home for the summer: free board, free food, sometimes even a free taxi service. Downsides: annoying siblings, nagging parents and a distinct lack of personal space. So how can you manage to survive the holidays without driving yourself completely up the wall? 1. Get a job Ea... More »

• 5 Ways to Fake a Clean Room

  Tuesday, August 4th, 2009 Some people just can’t help being messy. I am one of them. Despite intentions of having a beautifully tidy room whenever somebody comes to visit, somehow I can never motivate myself to actually do it properly. Which leaves just one option - cheating. Over many years of faking a good impression, ... More »

• Top 5 quizzes and tests to entertain yourself with

  Monday, July 27th, 2009 Random tests and quizzes have to be one of the best ways to waste time on the internet. Whether you want to see if you can name every country in Europe or find out if you are a social chameleon, there’s literally something for everybody out there. Totally trivia For sheer volume and variety, qu... More »

• 5 Fun Ways of Making Money

  Monday, July 20th, 2009 Work is boring. Fact. However, if you fancy earning a little extra cash the fun way, there are loads of things you can do. OK, so you probably won’t make your millions with any of these, but you’ll enjoy earning those pennies! 1. On your bike Whoever thought your bike could be a money-making ... More »

• How Festival-Goers Can Save Money

  Sunday, July 12th, 2009 Festivals. The word conjures to mind muddy boots, crowds of people, plenty of music and good times. What we often forget is just how much going to a festival can cost, even after you’ve forked out the cash for the ticket itself. So how can you save on the essentials? 1. Cheap camping gear There ... More »

• 5 Reasons to Use Big Wardrobe

  Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 Looking for a new way to get rid of clothes you no longer want? Big Wardrobe just might be the way to go. Now I usually sell my stuff on eBay, but when I heard of this site, I decided to give it a go. It turned out to be a pretty good alternative, and here’s [...]... More »

• How Students Can Make Money From Renting

  Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 How Students Can Make Money RentingWant to make a little extra cash for minimal effort? Renting out some of your possessions could be the way to go. There are plenty of things you can rent, and you hardly have to do a thing.... More »

• The Student’s Guide to Getting Free Tickets

  Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 We students love free stuff, and if you’re flexible with what you’re willing to see and when, there are loads of free tickets out there just waiting for you to get your hands on them.... More »

• 4 Ways to Help Charities Using the Web

  Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 Us students are a charitable lot - some of the biggest donators to various causes, in fact. But for those of us with a giving soul yet little funds, there are plenty of websites that let you help out a charity without spending a penny.... More »

• How to prevent identity fraud

  Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 How To Prevent Identity FraudIdentity theft is on the up, and a lack of basic security can leave you vulnerable to having your bank details stolen. Taking these easy steps could stop you becoming the next victim, both online and offline.... More »

• 5 Ideas for a Cheap Fun Weekend in Cardiff

  Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 The glittering Welsh capital has plenty of treasures to offer- you just need to know where to find them. ... More »

• How to save money on…clothes

  Wednesday, June 10th, 2009 We all love clothes. There’s just one catch: a severe shopping addiction can result in a serious lack of funds. You can cut down on how much you spend per month, though- really, you can- with these easy peasy tips.... More »

• The Student’s Guide To Cashback Sites

  Friday, May 29th, 2009 Cashback sites can be a great way to get a little extra money back- especially if you like to pay by plastic online anyway. ... More »

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