‘Dopamine Dressing’: Can your outfit really boost your mood? - Forge Press

Lucky for you fashionistas, the simple answer is yes. The psychology of clothes has long been studied and appreciated. Between colours, silhouettes, textures, and patterns, what you choose to decorate yourself with can most definitely have an influence on how you feel.
It’s known that when your clothes look good, you feel good too. Only about 10 minutes of studying fashion psychology will tell us that clothing is a form of self-expression, and most significantly, a means by which we demonstrate...

The Strictly Scandal & Where we Go from Here - Forge Press

Since airing in 2000, the programme Strictly Come Dancing has surpassed expectations and become one of the most beloved shows on the BBC. Celebrities are paired with professional dancers from across the world to dance their way to the final and hopefully take home the winning glitter ball. However, months of allegations concerning two of their male dancers’ behaviour have made headlines, revealing negative celebrity experiences. 
Two professionals, Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice, have bo...

Expert shares 7 ways to save on your supermarket shopping

Molly Mileham-Chappell, consumer shopping expert at TopCashback, shares tips to save on your supermarket shop.

"As one of our biggest and most regular expenses, it can be easy to think you’ve tried it all when it comes to cutting the cost of your groceries," says Molly.


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Why you shouldn't worry if your Freshers' Week didn't live up to the hype - Forge Press

Everyone who participates in the welcome period for University of Sheffield students— the infamous ‘Freshers Week’— has wildly different experiences. 
My attempt to navigate those seven days proved no exception to that rule.
I presumed stress and anxiety would dissolve after A-Levels and before university. I was wrong.
The approach of Freshers’ Week brought with it an avalanche of advice on social media. Everyone, everywhere, seemed eager to dish out survival tips—what I must do, avoid, and prac...

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 you’ll be heading to. Start strong with a statement coat; when it’s cold, your coat does most of the talking, so make it count. Faux-fur coats are a big hit this year, giving off that plush, oversized vib...

Student Accommodation Sheffield by West.One

As the time comes to leave your current home, the thought of packing up and saying goodbye can feel overwhelming.
Whether you are moving into a new student home or finishing your time at university, moving out can be as emotional as it is exciting, but, with a little planning and a positive mindset, you can make this transition much smoother. To help guide you through the process, we have gathered some top tips from our team to ensure your move-out week is a stress-free...

Burglaries create concerns over student safety - Forge Press

Following a series of burglaries in the student-heavy area of Crookes, South Yorkshire Police (SYP) have issued warnings and advice, urging residents to keep their properties safe.
In a letter sent to some residents, the police stated, “Please make sure your property is always secure, even if you are just in the garden.”
The neighbourhood is often referred to as one of the safest places to live in Sheffield, thanks to its proximity to multiple university sites, which attract students to Crookes....

Sweet and simple or sad and sore snow days?

The first snowfall of the season blanketed Sheffield recently, painting a picturesque winter scene. For many, snow has a way of rekindling childhood nostalgia. Waking up to a white garden, pulling on boots and gloves, and getting into snowball fights were once the highlights of winter. But as adults, does snow still hold the same magic, or has it become just another inconvenience in our busy schedules?For children, snow is part of the Christmas spirit. It is a gift from the sky that invites endl...

Loney Miller Loves: Good hike and run trails in and around south-west London

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Grab a bestselling Jellycat for £7 instead of £23 with this money-saving deal

This story relates to a limited time deal and, due to popularity, this offer has now ended.

Bag charms and purse pals are all the rage right now, with fashion enthusiasts showcasing quirky keyrings and viral Labubus from Popmart on their handbags. Now, Jellycat has launched its highly popular plushies in bag charm form, and they're possibly the cutest thing ever.

At Waterstones, shoppers can grab a Jellycat bag charm in one of over a dozen designs. The various options include a friendly avocad...

Local Theatre Review: STOS' Crazy For You - Forge Press

This week in Sheffield, a piece of old Hollywood American showbiz appeared on the Lyceum Theatre stage. The loved  Gershwin musical, based on the book by Ken Ludwig, had a recent West End revival this year and has now made its way up north with the STOS Theatre Company. Overall, it was a lighthearted, feel-good show with bursts of real glitz and glamour pulling the performance together.
Act 1 introduces Bobby Child, played by Sam Widdowson, a New York banker with dreams of stardom. Sent to shut...

Get a LEGO set for £3.33 instead of £36 in one-day only Argos Black Friday deal

With Black Friday finally here, deal-seekers are on the hunt for the best bargains on toys for Christmas. Thanks to deal site TopCashback, you can get your hands on some best-selling Lego for less this festive season.

A perennial favourite, Lego toys are likely to be a prominent feature on many Christmas wish lists. While children adore it, parents are all too aware that collecting all the various sets can get rather pricey.

Fortunately, a smart Argos cashback hack is offering significant savi...

Students Protest Outside the Wave - Forge Press

A small number of students held a small demo outside The Wave after a student was hit by a car on the way to a lecture a couple of weeks ago.
The protest was led by Haris Jamal, a 25/26 Education Officer candidate. The students stood outside the building with signs that wrote “Sheffield Students Deserve Safe Crossing.”
Whitham Road and Northumberland Road, both surrounding The Wave, are commonly very busy with student pedestrians, while being some of the busiest roads surrounding a university bu...

'Fight for our Future': Students mobilise against rising fees in emergency meeting. - Forge Press

Students at the University of Sheffield have launched a campaign against tuition fee hikes, disparities in student loans, and a worsening student cost-of-living crisis.
The ‘Emergency General Meeting’ saw students rally behind the ‘Fight for our Future’ campaign for reforms and greater government support for higher education. 
Sheffield Students’ Union President Daisy Watson, and Education Officer Maria Jose Lourido led the discussion, outlining a manifesto shaped by over 200 students.
“Students...

Applications open for Northampton Strictly Come Dancing charity showcase for adults with learning disabilities

They are looking for 12 contestants to take part in six weeks of free dance training. Contestants will then perform in two showcase events. The contest is open to people aged 16 and above with a learning disability, and participants are welcome from any provision across Northampton.The dance school has been working with the SEN group since May 2024 to deliver monthly dance workshops. Participants have been learning a range of ballroom and Latin dances, like the Jive and Cha Cha, alongside their...

South Yorkshire Supertrams back under public control after 30 years cause tensions over use of South Yorkshire funds. | ShefLive

MP Nick Fletcher claims Doncaster, Barnsley and Rotheram are losing out on millions to fund Sheffield’s trams being taken back under public control.


South Yorkshire’s Supertram has come back under public control for around a month after 27 years of being run privately by transport company Stagecoach.


Sheffield Labour MP Oliver Coppard said this was “the first step in our journey back to a public transport system that puts people first, connecting our communities”.


However, the changes h...

Sheffield meeting bridges gap between students and local community - Forge Press

On Thursday evening, the Foundry hosted ‘Your City, Your Voice Matters’, a meeting bringing together the SU Council, Sheffield City Council, and various community organizations to address young people’s concerns.
The event was opened by Brian Holmshaw, Chair of the Local Area Committee, and featured groups such as Community Youth Services, Sheffield Mind, South Yorkshire Police, and 1625 Outreach. SU President Daisy Watson told Forge: “I was really keen to get City Council here, especially on th...

Operation Easter Basket: How you can help Paramount Properties treat families in need this Easter

For just £3, you can help Paramount Properties make a meaningful difference.

This Easter, charity and community remain a core part of our values here at Paramount Properties. We’re delighted to launch Operation Easter Basket, and we invite you to help us spread joy this spring holiday season.

Once again, our fundraising efforts will be in support of the West Hampstead Community Food Hub, our local food bank. This is a charity we have worked with closely before, and it’s always been so rewardin...

Killamarsh residents benefit from new Sheffield bus link | ShefLive

A direct bus link from Killamarsh to Sheffield will start from the 13 May, but Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire areas will remain without.


From the next month Killamarsh residents will now be able to access Sheffield through the new 120 bus link that will now run through the village following a decision by Derbyshire County Council.


MP Lee Rowley has given an update regarding his ongoing campaign to restore and improve bus links in areas Killamarsh, Renishaw and other parts of his co...

University of Sheffield students rank second in weed consumption among Russell Group universities

University of Sheffield students smoke the second-highest amount of weed in a ranking of Russell Group universities, a survey by The Tab has revealed.
The investigation, which questioned almost 7,000 students across the UK, found that 43 per cent of university students regularly use weed, making it the most popular recreational drug among students.
The survey assigned a “weed score” to each Russell Group university, factoring in the number of students who smoke weed, how often they do so, and th...

Life coach plans to begin a men's mental health support group in Northampton

Jon Hunter, who has worked in mental health for more than 25 years and offers 1:1 coaching as a life coach, first set up a support group at his own place of work, St Andrew’s Healthcare. He now has plans to set up a similar group for the wider community of men in the town.He hopes to run the group every other week starting around March or April in Workbridge, in Bedford Road, and work around the flexibility of future members. He wants it to be known it will be structured as a discussion and supp...
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