We all have an inspiration in life; someone we look up to, admire, aspire to be like. Sometimes these are people we know, our parents, siblings, friends. Sometimes they’re celebrities (because who doesn’t want to be Beyonce, right?) However, it is my opinion that there are some women who would make excellent inspirational figures who sometimes get overlooked, for whatever reason. Here’s my selection of women that I think need more recognition for being the inspirational figures that they are!…
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#SayHerName
Over the last week, our lives have been flooded with the news of the death of American civil right’s Activist, Sandra ‘Sandy’ Bland- an incident that occurred three days after her conspicuous arrest, on July 13th. Upon release of Ms. Bland’s mug-shot, images of her cell- the so called ‘crime scene’-, controversial theories surrounding her death sprung up all over social media, and a movement began; #JusticeforSandraBland and #SayHerName to mention but a few. Whilst her death has been ruled…
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From blogging to vlogging and now interior design…of sorts! Gabriella Lindley is doing it all.
So, youtuber Gabriella Lindley, better known by her user name Velvet Gh0st, has unveiled her secret project to her hundreds of thousands of subscribers…and guess what? It’s not another bloody book. Nope, the ambitious vlogger has teamed up with Primark to bring out her own adorable homeware range, which features a strong cat theme and is just totally irresistible! I was thoroughly impressed by this pairing, not to mention overly excited about one of my favourite online stars and shops…
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Do prisoners deserve an education?
On Friday, the BBC published an article discussing the latest “scandalous” idea from infamous Conservative politician, Michael Gove. The idea? That the education prisoners receive must be “overhauled”- in short, improved, with the hope that a better education would lead to the prisoners becoming worthwhile contributors to society, rather than them just reoffending upon their release. Now, usually, I think Michael Gove’s views on education are utter rubbish. Whilst I was still at school, he talked about longer school days…
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10 reasons every girl wishes they were Blair Waldorf
Gossip Girl entered the lives of pre-teens, teens and young adults across the globe way back when in 2007. Our lives became consumed by it and we lusted after the glamorous lifestyles that each of the characters was living. It’s safe to say though that most girls were taken in by the one and only Blair Waldorf. Seeming to be living in an absolute dream world, we couldn’t help but pine after her clothing collections, envy her opportunities and of…
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Things people would rather be asked than “Are you a gift aider?”
Have you heard of Gift Aid? If you aren’t associated with any charities, it’s unlikely. Until I started to work at a charity shop, I had never heard of it either- yet now, it is part of my working day duties to ask everyone who donates to our store “Are you a gift aider?” The response I get is on the verge of hysterical. “Gift aid?” they gasp, eyes wide with fear “Nope, not me. Not at all, not today,…