Georgia McJannett-Smith
Website Editor
Interests: Heavy music, coffee and writing
The importance of Mother’s Day when living away from home
When living in halls or privately-rented accommodation, it is easy to get consumed by your life in Kingston. Studies reign supreme for many students, who become self-proclaimed workaholics or contrastingly, others overcommit to a local [more…]
Blossoming KSA student photography business
KU photography student Isabella Armitage founded a thriving child and family photography business during the course of her bachelor’s degree. Isabella Fleur Photography showcases an impressive portfolio on its website and Armitage uses Facebook and [more…]
What is Section 28?
Section 28 of the Local Government Act 1988, introduced by Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative government, stated that a local authority “shall not promote homosexuality or publish material with the intention of promoting homosexuality” or “promote the [more…]
Wags n Tales closes its doors
Pet friendly, plant-based café and bar, Wags n Tales, has closed both its branches, in Surbiton and Twickenham. On their Facebook page the owners said “the cost of living, the energy crisis (1000% rise in [more…]
Is there any pride left in wearing animals?
Schiaparelli’s hyper realistic animal designs have caused controversy over what wearing faux animals represents. There has been further backlash online over the designs adorned on three models. The connotations vary from glory hunting to simply [more…]
Pure Vintage: Kingston’s new hub of old clothes
Vintage clothing store, Pure Vintage, opened its doors in Kingston last week, slowing down the pace of fashion within the Bentall Centre. Pre-owned garments adorn the clothing rails and walls of Kingston resident Alex Gilbert’s [more…]
Fireworks in the firing line
Fireworks are a universal symbol of celebration. The UK season started off with a bang with the five-day long celebration of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights and now Guy Fawkes Night is upon us [more…]
Things to do this weekend
Stuck for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Destination City 2022 Gather your flatmates for this whirlwind event boasting three carnival-inspired fairs and an opportunity to show your competitive streak, not through [more…]
Sustainability: Antiques and vintage street market arrives in Kingston
Kingston hosted an antiques and vintage street market on Sunday boasting over 25+ small businesses selling one-of-a kind merchandise. People gathered around the stalls in hopes of giving new life to everyday items such as vintage [more…]
Kingston to take hit as energy prices set to soar
Kingston upon Thames is set to be one of the boroughs worst affected by the rise in the energy bills when the price cap increases, hitting households on standard tariffs. On average energy bills will rise [more…]
