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MEET THE editor Lily Coleman lily.c@nervemedia.org.uk nerve is back and this year it is going to be bigger and better than ever before. i'm so honoured to be leading the way for a new nerve. this issue is one of my proudest achievments and I hope you all love it as much as i do. this issue is dedicated to alan brown, who is sorely missed.

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on the cover 5 A YEAR SINCE BREXIT OLLIE SIRRELL

29 VEGAN MAKE UP GUIDE NAOMI DODDRIDGE

17 TOOTHLESS INTERVIEW LILY COLEMAN

44 RACISM IN SPORT DAN DAVIS

what's inside?

FEATURES

a YEAR SINCE BREXIT THE PYSCHOLOGICAL LINK BETWEEN MUSIC AND EXERCISE FAMOUS BU ALUMNI THE RISE OF STUDENT ACTIVISM TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN BOURNEMOUTH

ENTERTAINMENT

JEYKAE’S FEATURE ON POWER TOOTHLESS INTERVIEW ALBUMS OF THE SUMMER TOP EVENTS THIS MONTH FILM REVIEWS SIR DAVID RODIGAN INTERVIEW

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DIY BEAUTY BACK TO UNI OUTFIT IDEAS GUIDE TO VEGAN MAKE UP HOW TO SHOP ON A STUDENT BUDGET RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ACNE AND STRESS LONDON FASHION WEEK PREVIEW HIGH END VS DRUG STORE MAKE UP 5 FALL FASHION FAVOURITES

COMMENTS

MILLENNIAL AND PROUD MY UNPOPULAR OPINION: TUITION FEES STOP FETISHISING ME

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RACISM IN SPORT TOP 10 SPORTS TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2017 PREMIER LEAGUE PREVIEW GET INVOLVED IN SPORT AT BU ENGLAND TEST CRICKET ROUNDUP MAYWEATHER VS MCGREGOR AFC BOURNEMOUTH EARLY SEASON REVIEW

a YEAR ON FROm BREXIT WORDS: OLLIE SIRRELL DESIGN: LILY COLEMAN

“It looks like Remain will edge it,” claimed Nigel Farage on the evening of June 23rd, 2016. His privately commissioned polls had told him that Leave would lose the EU referendum 52-48, a defeat so devastating for the prominent rightwinger. Yet just hours later, it was confirmed that Leave won 52-48. The repercussions were immediate, but perhaps the biggest difference was the consequent generational divide.

75% of under 24s voted to Remain, whereas 60% of over-65s voted to Leave.

But now data from a YouGov survey published in May highlighted that 68% of respondents said they wanted Britain

to leave the EU. This is because 23% of Remainers now say they wish for the Brexit process to go ahead.

A year on, have young voters changed their minds?

Bournemouth University Politics Society member Harrison Taylor believes so: “I’m certainly optimistic. Following the vote I was very fearful of the division in the country deepening. But nearly all the Remain voters I know have accepted the result, with the only division being over the so called “hard” and “soft” Brexit.”

Taylor voted Leave as he had a “complete

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Young voters protest Brexit lack of faith in the EU ability to reform.”

This viewpoint got lost in amongst certain tabloids’ rampant anti-immigration rhetoric, something Taylor regrets about the campaign.

“I felt that the debate was poor from both sides, Remain being very negative and Leave focusing on immigration. Having campaigned for the Leave side I was often abused for my position, and called “racist” and “thick” on multiple occasions.

I wanted it to be over.”

“I think British society will bounce back and embrace the liberal values that once made me proud to be British.”

Taylor echoes this, and suggests that Brexit will be beneficial for Britain when it does exit the European Union in 2019: “Society changes over years. I think Brexit will be positive for Britain. I am confident of getting a good deal with the EU, and then free trade with a range of countries. We can tackle tax avoidance better and enhance environmental regulation. Brexit is a wonderful opportunity to regain powers and to solve issues which we feel strongly about and the EU doesn’t.”

But while Taylor was celebrating on June 24, the sentiment was very different for Remain voter and fellow BUs Politics Society member Drew Hyndman. Instead, he feels that British society has not recovered from the referendum: “Hate crimes have gone up. I have seen people being told to “speak English” on public transport. We have become more selfish and inward looking with our views.”

This might be the ideal scenario for Leave endorsing politicians who wooed older voters with promises of sovereignty, but can these benefits to leaving the EU alleviate the problems young people face, such as student debt, the housing crisis and a lack of ‘good’ jobs in expensive cities?

The hate crimes Hyndman alludes to make for upsetting reading: the fortnight after the referendum hate crimes rose by 41% and Cardiff University has recorded a large rise in online hate speech.

One year on, it is still too early to say.

75% of 18-24 year old voters are getting a future they did not vote for - there is a lot for them to be anxious about, but if a smooth Brexit can be orchestrated, perhaps there can be a lot for them to be hopeful about too.

Despite this, Hyndman holds a hopefulness which will resonate with both Remainers and Leavers.

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Harder, better, faster, stronger the psychological link between music and exercise words: Heidi quinn design: Lily coleman Running shoes laced up, water bottle filled to the brim - it’s time for the earphones to go in. As Eye of the Tiger blasts the eardrums and motivation skyrockets, your feet pound the pavement.

film series era. My favourite has to be the Rocky 3 soundtrack.”

Rhythm response is important too, which is how much a song makes us want to start moving.

Neuroimaging studies show that music we enjoy triggers electrical activity in parts of the brain associated with coordinating movement.

Research into the psychological effects of music dates back to 1911 when Leonard Ayres observed cyclists in New York pedalled faster when music was playing. But does this phenomenon mean that music helps to improve our physical performance?

The lyrics of a song can cause this connection.

Whether we empathise with the artist or whether the story being told is also important. Using music to exercise is also useful to distract the listener from sounds such as their breathing and footfall which could otherwise result in fixation, potential insecurity or self-consciousness.

Sports Psychologist for Brunel University Dr Karageorghis thinks so. He refers to music as a “legal performance enhancing drug”. This would explain why athletes such as Michael Phelps are glued to their headphones seconds before an event. But what exactly is it about music that gets us in the zone?

However, the sporting industry remains divided on the use of music to enhance your performance.

Some experts argue that listening to music can actually have a detrimental effect on your exercise routine.

Tempo is the first factor to consider. When listening to a fast-paced song, we will naturally move to match the beat and get faster.

This explains why no one would listen to My Heart Will Go On by Celine Dion whilst out on a run. But change this to Without You by Avicii and they will push themselves to keep up with the pulse of the song.

It all depends on whether you are ‘associative’ or ‘dissociative’. If you are the former, you are the kind of person that constantly monitors their pace, so playing music during a workout may not suit you.

However, for the dissociative population, music is a stimulant that diverts the sensation of pain. So if that’s you, get those tunes blasting out!

Dr Karageoghis, also a former pro athlete, shared his top tunes to work out to. “I grew up in the Rocky

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famous B alumni words: ollie sirrell Design: Molly Gardner

This November, Bournemouth University will celebrate its 25th year as a university. Before gaining this status, BU was first Bournemouth Municipal College, then Bournemouth College of Technology and subsequently briefly became a Polytechnic in 1990. Throughout each of these eras Bournemouth’s hub of higher education has seen many a graduate pass through its doors – some of which have gone on to become famous faces in the worlds of politics, media and more.

Invariably Sir David Amess is the first name to appear on internet lists of famous BU alumni. The Member of Parliament for Southend West studied BsC Economics in Bournemouth from 1971 – 1974, when BU was the Bournemouth College of Technology.

Sir David believes that his time in Bournemouth served him well as an aspiring lawmaker. “I used to attend events organised by the Student Union and I thought the lecturers were of a very high standard. I could recommend Bournemouth to anyone. It certainly helped me on my road to Westminster, which I have now been on for 34 years.”

More recently Bournemouth University

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has obtained a reputation for teaching stellar media courses, so it is no surprise that many of its famous alumni now work in that industry.

Dan O’Hagan is one of them. In 2004, he became the youngest ever Match of the Day commentator at the age of 26.

“To be a part of Match of the Day as a commentator is one’s ambition. To hear your name read out by Gary Lineker on a Saturday is a real thrill.”

The broadcaster studied Journalism from 1996-1999 and relished every moment. “It was such a whole new world as you were living away from home for the first time and you could go out every night and we did, to places like the Old Fire Station and on campus we had Dylan’s. It was an amazing three years. The friends I made there are the friends I have now.”

Former Blue Peter presenter Stuart Miles echoes this. “When I chose Bournemouth, people were like “oh south coast means all old people and retirees.” But Bournemouth totally surprised me. It’s not like that at all. There was enough going on, anymore and I wouldn’t have done any work. One of my main memories of Bournemouth is revising on the beach, which is never a good idea because you never get anything done. But it’s quite novel that you can do that.”

Miles, who now runs milesyounger. com, studied Communication and Media Production from 1987 – 1990 and soon after graduating became a

part of one of the biggest institutions in British television. “Blue Peter was quite terrifying to begin with. In the early 90s when I was there, it was such a massive show to do. Everyone knew it and it was a part of their lives at that point. Bournemouth helped me to get the job on Blue Peter because it put me in that right area.”

BU graduates and visual effects artists Mark Adlington and Andrew Lockley have also been in ‘the right area’ in recent years, being invited on stage at the Oscars. The former collected the prestigious award for his work on Ex Machina in 2016, while the latter’s work on Inception and Interstellar won him academy awards in 2011 and 2015.

When Bournemouth became a university in 1992 it also received a coat of arms, with the accompanying mantra ‘Discere Mutari Est’. This translates as ‘To learn is to be changed’. BU has already produced a number of exceptional individuals who have benefitted from this philosophy, and hopefully there will be many more yet.

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The rise of student activism Words: Nina Nagel Design: Molly Gardner

Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani 20-year-old shot by the Taliban in 2012 for campaigning for girls’ rights to education, will be studying at Oxford University this September. Her remarkable story is just beginning but other refugees in the UK might be hoping to replicate Yousafzai’s success, and they will be all the more likely to do so because of groups like Bournemouth University’s Student Action for Refugees. President Nina Nagel explains how STAR - in their first year as a society – has helped many refugees to get on in life.

Student Action for Refugees is a London based nationwide charity that aims to help refugees and asylum seekers across the UK. Hundreds of networks and societies run by students across the nation’s universities help with this important work and STAR Bournemouth is one of them. Set up in September 2016 by two Journalism students, the network quickly turned into a full society after several students joined at BU’s 2016 Fresher’s Fair.

One of our first drives was to work on the Equal Access to Higher Education Campaign. This initiative aims at getting universities to agree to scholarships and fee waivers for eligible asylum seekers.

Asylum seekers in the UK live on less than £40 per week and are not allowed to apply for a student loan as their refugee status hasn’t been approved yet. Getting that status is a very long process that can stretch over several years. Over 50 universities have already agreed to offer

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Equal Access to asylum seekers and BU prides itself on being a very open minded and internationalised university, so we are working with them to understand what they can do for young asylum seekers who want to go to uni and have the grades to do so.

Volunteering projects are a big part of the work that STAR do as it really makes an impact on the local refugee and asylum seeker community. STAR Bournemouth partnered up with the local charity International Care Network, who offer amazing support for refugees across Dorset.

We help out at various sessions organised

by ICN, including women’s conversation corner, children’s homework club and kids’ crèche. Volunteering with ICN is one of the most rewarding experiences of a lifetime and seeing the positive impact by just giving your time and patience is priceless. Before the winter break we organised a Christmas party for the kids we volunteer with. We had games, arts and crafts and a present for each child!

with help from filmmakers, photographers and a “Rave for Refugees” branded Instagram frame and Snapchat filter which helped spread our message online. The aim of the night was to raise £500 for English lessons for the local refugees as this will increase their ability to secure jobs, go into higher education, and better integrate into the local community. The event sold out and we raised nearly £2,000, almost quadrupling our initial target. The money raised was split between ICN, Doctors Without Borders (who work in Syria), Help Refugees and STAR. STAR Bournemouth is eager to continue to have a positive impact on refugees and asylum seekers locally and nationally and we are planning even greater things for 2017/2018.

We pay for these events through fundraising and our biggest fundraiser was Rave for Refugees. STAR took it back to the 90s with a funky UV rave to spread our message,

If you would like to be one of STAR’s new members, find them at Fresher’s Fair on 23rd September.

Contact them via Twitter and Instagram (@StarBmouth) or Facebook @StarBournemouth and (subustar@bournemouth.ac.uk) for more information.

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top 10 things to do in Bournemouth Words: Steph Knight Design: Molly Gardner

1. The Beach

2. Cocktails

Let’s be honest, half of the reason you decided to study in Bournemouth was probably because of the beach. Whether you decide to walk along the sand all wrapped up in winter or go for a swim in the middle of summer – Bournemouth beach is the people’s favourite for a reason and if you’re living in Lansdowne, there’s no excuse when it’s a ten minute walk away.

As a student, you will spend your time either sleeping, studying or drinking – and who doesn’t love a cocktail? There are loads of places you can go to get your drink on; Rev’s, Aruba, Turtle Bay and, Slug and Lettuce – home to the giant Pornstar Martini. Not only do you get the giant cocktail, but a whole bottle of prosecco to go with it!

3. Nightlife

4. Tower Park If you’re not much of a drinker, then there’s still loads you can do, so don’t feel downhearted.

Tower Park is in Poole, but there’s a bus from Lansdowne that takes you directly there. They have a cinema, bowling, loads of places to eat and, of course, Splashdown waterpark. You need to go at least once, if not more, during your time at BU!

Despite being a small seaside town, Bournemouth has surprisingly good nightlife.

With something going on in at least one club every night of the week, you’re never short of somewhere to go. Cameo Wednesday’s are the favourite of most students, as well as Lollipop at The Old Fire Station every Friday.

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6. Oceanarium

5. Pause cat café If you’re a cat person, then this one is for you!

Last year we saw the opening of the first cat café in Bournemouth, Pause. The café prides itself on being a place where you can just unwind and relax, with the company of some adorable feline friends. With six different cats for you to meet, it’s a great way to spend an afternoon.

Right by Bournemouth Pier, you’ll find The Oceanarium, full of over 150 different types of fish, reptiles and mammals. The perfect place to go on a date with the boy/girl who lives two floors below you – you could even have your first kiss by the penguin enclosure.

7. Vintage shops

8. Durdle Door

Pokesdown is known for it’s small, quirky, vintage stores. And being just a bus ride away, it’s worth checking out and seeing what you can find! With loads of stores harbouring vintage fashion, accessories and – if you’re into it – antiques. There’s also a vintage fair that’s held in TOFS a few times a year!

Durdle Door may be one of the most beautiful landmarks in the Dorset area, it’s about 45 minutes away from Bournemouth, but the view is 100% worth it. Once you get down to the pebble beach, it’s a great place to just chill and relax – the only downside is having to walk back up the hill, which is a lot harder than you first may think.

9. Food

10. Football

There are loads of places to eat in Bournemouth, excluding the obvious chain restaurants, you also have places like The Skinny Kitchen, great for those of you who love to Instagram your food; Monty’s Burger Lounge, who sell the most amazing freakshakes; and Mad Cucumber, for all of the vegan students.

Having gone up in 2015, AFC Bournemouth are now heading into their third consecutive Premier League season. Tickets are hard to come by but if you can grab some, it’s worth going watch some local top tier football. If not, check out Poole Town FC or Bournemouth Poppies in the lower leagues.

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Why Jaykae’s Feature on Power Was a Moment for the UK Grime Scene Words: Teju Ogunlana Design: Molly Gardner

Late August saw the marriage of two of the greatest things in the world; US crime dramas and UK grime music in the groundbreaking new show Power.

If you’ve been living under a rock the last three years or are one of the lucky few who’ve managed to avoid spoilers on Twitter, then you may not know about Power.

Produced by rapper 50 Cent, the show follows the life of New York drug kingpin turned nightclub owner, Jamie ‘Ghost’ St Patrick (Omari Hardwick). The show heavily rotates around drugs and the New York drug scene as a whole, so the last thing you’d expect to hear on one of the most pivotal and important scenes in the entire show – no spoilers though! – is a Brummie sccent rapping over a 140 bpm instrumental. But there he is. The latest series has surprised fans with a feature from grime artist Jaykae with his hit track, Toothache.

Undoubtedly it was a good look for the rapper, with the song shooting to the top 10 spot on the iTunes Hip-Hop chart within a week of the episode airing and rakeing in over 6 million play on Spotify.

But more than that, it’s embracing and exposuring millions of viewers worldwide to a new, up and coming genre

and was a complete gun-fingers moment for the Grime scene.

It comes off the back of canadian rapper Drake sharing his love affair with the UK rap music on his album Views and his most recent project More Life, which feature collabs with Grime heavyweights Skepta and Giggs and even some cheeky UK funky samples.

This love for the genre is nothing new though.

Grime has already had a massive following here in the UK and international artists have been pairing up with the likes of Dizzee Rascal, Shystie and Chip for years. But there’s no denying Drizzy’s obsession has helped catapult it out from the underground and into the mainstream.

It’s moments like hearing Jaykae on a show like Power that show us Grime is in a great space right now and will hopefully inspire young artists to pursue sound too. And it’s moments like the hugely successful Drake performing alongside BBK and Section Boyz that show that - much like Drake’s BBK tattoo Grime is here to stay.

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TOOTHLESS

Earlier this year, ahead of his first ever tour with a brand new band, Nerve Editor Lily Coleman got the chance to chat to Ed Nash. Formerly the bassist for indie dreamteam Bombay Bicycle Club, Ed is now the frontman of Toothless, and he opened up all about his tour and what it’s like working with some of the freshest, coolest names in the indie genre.

Words & design: Lily Coleman

Bombay Bicycle Club are heralded as one of the big names in Indie music – with Always Like This a staple in any indie playlist – but Ed Nash’s new venture into the scene is Toothless, which shows a completely different side of the musician.

But what is it like diving back into the scene under a new name and trading in big venues for smaller ones?

to have her sing on the record; I have always been a huge fan of her work. The day we spent filming the video for Palm’s Backside was the easiest video shoot I have ever done, she’s a pleasure to spend time with.”

However, his fans would certainly agree that this new venture is exciting no matter what, as they were anxiously awaiting for Toothless to get their big break since the release of their first album all the way back in January, as well as their first big tour that began shortly after.

“I’ve always loved playing small venues,” he exclaimed. “It’s something I’ve missed a great deal. The bigger a venue gets, the more detached you feel from the audience.

It’s going to be nice to have that connection back again.”

“I have always wanted to play the Lexington in London, some of the best shows I have ever seen have been there,” he said, sharing that the tour was one of the most exciting experiences, considering the venues were all completely new to him. Toothless is a new side to Ed Nash, highlighting the difference between merely being part of a band, and now leading one into the spotlight and taking on the audience more actively.

But does everyone remember him from his Bombay Bicycle Club days?

“Yeah I think most people are aware of it.

It’s quite difficult to get people to listen to Toothless without a preconceived idea of me. I don’t want people to like or dislike this just because of what I have done before,” Ed shared, because as is usually the case, the two approaches will ultimately be compared side by side by long time fans that have admired him since his very beginnings in the music industry.

“I feel completely fine with the guitar playing and singing but I can’t get my head around doing on stage banter, it wasn’t something I had to think about at all as a bass player.

I have a new found respect for people who can do it.”

Said admirers have also previously remarked and spotted some similarities between the bands, especially in tracks like Sisyphus and Palm’s Backside – which are two of Toothless’ better-known tracks.

Toothless’ next gig will be October 9th alongside Hippo Campus at The Fleece Bristol and their first album, The Pace of the Passing, is out now.

“I certainly like that style of music. I wasn’t doing it to return to that old sound, that’s just how those songs turned out,” he explained.

Palm’s Backside has been one of the hit tracks for Toothless, despite their relatively indie and unknown status in the industry.

Featuring vocals from Marika Hackman, Ed explained what it’s like to work with another up-and-coming artist, especially one that he admired: “She’s amazing! It was an honour

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Albums of the summer

Words: Aakash Bhatia Design: Molly Gardner Summer 2017 has slowly faded away into nothing but memories now. People are going back to work, kids are going back to school and university students have to get used to paying for their meals and doing their own laundry again. Music is a brilliant way of mentally transporting yourself back in time. For anyone who wants to relive their summer memories, these are four of the best albums of the summer Funk Wav Bounces Vol.1 by Calvin Harris Calvin Harris surprised everybody when he dropped Slide the first single on this album which features Frank Ocean as well as Offset and hook master Quavo from the Migos. Calvin Harris’s reserved and funky sound has not been around for a while and was a pleasant surprise. The album’s strength lies in its minimalism and its incredible features. Schoolboy Q, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Travis Scott, Snoop Dogg, and John Legend just to name a few.

The best word to describe this album is ‘Nostalgia’.

Harris finds a way of blending old school funk with new age hip-hop and pop in an effortless way, and the star studded line up on this album compliment the sound excellently. If we’re lucky, there might be a couple sunny days left this year and this album is the perfect album to blast when you have your next beach trip.

Sounds From The Other Side

by Wiz Kid Summer isn’t complete without some afrocentric and percussion heavy dancehall bangers. WizKid does more than deliver in his first ever U.S. album debut.

WizKid is a sensational Nigerian pop-star. Don’t worry, he possesses an uncanny ability to cross genres and has even attracted the likes of Drake, Chris Brown and Ty Dolla $ign in his strong features list. The entire album demands you to go to the nearest pool, beach or lake and party like theres no tomorrow.

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Flower Boy by Tyler, the Creator Tyler took everyone by surprise when he dropped Flower Boy. Tyler is known for clowning around and seemingly never taking anything seriously. Flower Boy contradicts his previous albums by being emotionally raw, powerful and sensitive. Tyler is no stranger to controversy, he’s even been banned from the U.K. and Australia due to some of the insensitive lyrics in his music. However, Flower Boy’s lyrics are a beautiful social commentary “Tell these black kids they can be who they are” he raps on Where This Flower Blooms showing his self reflection and maturity. Tyler seems like he’s finally learning how to be his own person, separated from his Odd Future days.

Tyler has also developed as song-writer and has ventured out in his musical style including a whole range of singing on this album, something he hasn’t done before. The album has some excellent features spanning from A$AP Rocky on “Who Dat Boy” to the soulful Frank Ocean and the supremely talented up and coming Steve Lacey providing some melodic singing. The album explores themes of romance, sexual awakening and confession.

Ctrl by SZA

A few honorable mentions: Good For You by Amine SATURATION by Brockhampton Mura Masa by Mura Masa

SZA is signed to Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), now TDE has also signed the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, Jay Rock and Isaiah Rashad, so we know SZA is a powerhouse of talent. Her previous releases have been inconsistent and average. She kept fans waiting for a true major debut and now she finally delivered. Ctrl is raw, apologetic and unlike any R&B album in recent memory. SZA pushes the boundaries of R&B music with her deep and sincere honesty. Ctrl, like Flower Boy explores the theme of true romance, past all the objectification. SZA scrutinizes the current dating lifestyle yet promotes sexual freedom and liberation while still maintaining intimacy. At no point is SZA overshadowed by her features like Kendrick Lamar and Travis Scott, she holds the spotlight on herself. Ctrl is about self love and will be bumped all year round, but sounds especially better during the summer.

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BIGGEST EVENTS IN BOURNEMOUTH THIS MONTH Freshers A rite of passage for all first years, and a throwback to all students in any other year, freshers is quite literally the time of your life.

Bournemouth is home to some of the craziest nights out, so buckle your seat belts because you’re in for a wild ride. From F**k Me It’s Freshers at the O2 Academy on 22nd September, to the UV Jump off at Cameo on 26th September, there’s an event for everyone. Meet Love Island “celeb” Muggy Mike, or hit some of the most popular events held at our very own Student Union nightclub: The Old Fire Station – including Applebum and Carnival.

The Hoosiers 4th October at The Old Fire Station.

Ever wondered what happened to the band that made some of the greatest hits of our childhood, including Goodbye Mr A? Well they’re making their big comeback down at the student union club, so now is your chance to indulge in nostalgia and sing along to Worried About Ray. Charlie Sloth 5th October at O2 Academy With Yungen and K Koke at his side, Charlie Sloth hits Bournemouth as part of his first tour for his debut album. This night will be great for all lovers of Grime, and tickets are still to buy available online.

Propaganda Monday at The Old Fire Station for indie kids and all those who love noughties classics. Expect to hear killer jams from bands like Artic Monkeys, The 1975, The Vaccines, Catfish & The Bottleman and more.

For songs that you can dance, sing, and get drunk to – or just scream at the top of your lungs with your pals – then this night is a must. Brand new to Bournemouth this year, everyone is expecting good things.

Arts by the Sea Festival If you’re looking for something a bit different to do once you have recovered from Freshers, this festival boasts some of the most unique international arts and performances from music and dance, to cool pop-up exhibitions.

On 14th October, there will even be a Cocktail Art Bar open for one night only in the Town Square.

Words: lily coleman

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ENGLAND IS MINE REVIEW WORDS: KIT DANKS DESIGN: LILY COLEMAN poetic, and funny screenplay. Morrissey’s witty and self-depreciating humour remains engaging throughout.

Ever wondered what the man behind iconic hits like: There Is a Light That Never Goes Out was once like? Well now’s your chance to find out...

Biopics are a tentative subject to turn into film, but to create one about Morrissey’s formative years is a challenge Mark Gill was willing to undertake - for his first featurelength film no less - and this one doesn’t disappoint. The film, aptly named after a lyric from one of The Smith’s song Still Ill, is a must-watch for all indie kids.

Jack Lowden (Dunkirk, War & Peace) stars as young Steven Morrissey, a highly intelligent yet shy seventeen year old living in Manchester, which he describes as, ‘a lovely place, if you happen to be a bedridden deaf-mute.’

These are some of the words he wrote in a letter to NME describing the local music scene, the magazine in which he would later be featured as one of the biggest indie bands ever, The Smiths, rose to fame.

One of ‘England Is Mine’s’ greatest achievements is its script; Mark Gill and William Thacker come together to create a

Nicholas D. Knowland’s cinematography is simple yet beautiful - a motif representing the rise and fall in the depressive cycle of the main character is presented through shots of a river, the water white in its aggression, or calm in moments of contentment. This, coupled with intense close-ups on Lowden as his character’s discomfort with his emotions increase, creates an intriguing insight into his thoughts.

The soundtrack to this film also charts the inner turmoil Morrissey feels - while other young club-goers dance to The Sex Pistols, the eerie sound of George Formby singing about his shyness and inability to express himself plays over the muffled and distant rock music as the background swirls in and out of focus.

Although this particular biopic is unauthorised and contains no Morrissey quotes or lyrics, the emotion it imparts on its audience is affecting and intense - this film is a must watch for all indie kids.

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american made REVIEW WORDS: ollie sirrell DESIGN: LILY COLEMAN This summer has not been a good one for cinema in Northern America. According to the Los Angeles Times, the number of tickets sold in the United States and Canada is set to fall to its lowest level in 25 years. Movie critics believe there could be many reasons for this, including rising ticket prices, the rise of streaming sites such as Netflix and also: more and more bad movies.

The likes of Baywatch, The Dark Tower and the new Transformers and Alien films have all failed to impress audiences. One film, however, might leave viewers with positive memories from summer 2017’s cinema sickness.

Doug Liman’s American Made is the remedy.

Starring Tom Cruise, the film follows the events of a true story from the late 70s and the early 80s. Cruise plays Barry Seal, a bored and drained TWA pilot who is offered work from the CIA to spy on communist factions in Central America. Soon, Seal finds himself interwoven in the international arms trade, deep in Pablo Escobar’s cocaine empire and becomes an important figure in the later parts of the cold war.

To paraphrase Ron Burgundy, it escalates quickly. The film moves at a pace which is necessary in order to include all the mad

events that happened in Barry Seal’s extraordinary life – from being kidnapped by the cartel to smuggled into Reagan’s White House. However, this doesn’t compromise Cruise’s character, who is richly developed via charming dialogue and The Office style mockumentary cut scenes in between all the action.

Yet other central characters are unfortunately rather dull. Cruise’s Seal is the protagonist, so much so that there aren’t really any other characters that make much of an impression. Seal’s wife, Lucy, is played well by Sarah Wright – but her character is hard to take seriously after the omission of her reaction to a family tragedy. Domhnall Gleeson’s Schafer is an interesting character, but like his character in Star Wars 7, is sidelined very quickly.

These complaints are minor though and this is a film with a lot of character, despite it having few notable characters.

It successfully makes light of a very tense time in international affairs and is a thoroughly entertaining movie. Cruise’s Mummy flopped earlier this summer, but American Made is undoubtedly a winner that deserves your money more than most of the other films currently on offer.

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Reggae Royalty: Sir David “Ram Jam” Rodigan Words: Max Penny-Barrow Design: Molly Gardner Seen by many as the “Godfather of Reggae” for his almost encyclopedic knowledge and clashing forte, Nerve chatted to Sir David Rodigan in the midst of his busy festival season.

The low bouncing of bass, shrill horns and harmonica, the crazy back-beat. Commonly known as Ska, these are the energised, driving sounds that revolutionised the face of British radio music during the late 1970s, and Rodigan was at the forefront of it all.

As a white, middle class man, that dresses

as a “bank manager” Rodigan seems like an unlikely Spartacus of the gladiatorial sound clash royal family. But, tour dates in the UK at big name fests such as Bestival, We Are FSTVL and Parklife show that reggae fanatics are still rallying to the king. It all began for Rodigan as a broadcaster on BBC Radio 1, filling the capital’s airwaves with reggae in 1978.

“A lot of it was self-taught, really I’d listen to other presenters and find my own style,” he shared, as if reciting from his Saturday

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morning broadcasting lessons at the studio.

However, he stressed that the music was at the forefront of every show.

the death in the biggest clash arena of all.

“The music was the most important thing of all. My show was a niche program, it played exclusively reggae music,” Although, Rodigan soon found that there were difficulties during his time on radio, often he found it hard to “be himself”.

“You have to be real and be someone’s companion. You can’t sound like you think a disk jockey should sound.”

Rodigan has enjoyed an illustrious career sharing his passion with thousands upon thousands of people. The future ahead for Rodigan is simple: “Discovering new bands, new artists, new singers, new MCs.” At the core of Rodigan’s mantra is the desire to share music with those are passionate as

Rodigan’s influence on the reggae scene was unprecedented, as Noel Hawks, who had previously worked with reggae record labels, describes.

“The idea that you’d get some very middle class voice saying,” he mimics the slight posh rise and fall of Rodigan’s voice “‘Now I’m going to play a dubplate’, it just didn’t happen, and it gave the music a profile and a respectability on capital radio that it hadn’t had before. He played stuff that you would never ever hear on radio.”

39 years later, what is it about dance hall and reggae that keeps Rodigan’s passion burning ever brightly?

“I don’t think anyone has ever asked me that before. Like any avid fan of anything, you’re always seeking to discover new things within the genre. If life was the same every day, it would be tedious.”

“The Rebel Sound experience was a revelation for me because it took me from one world into another world altogether,” he said, referring to newer acts like Shy FX and Chase and Status who are redefining the genre.

him. “To continue entertaining audiences and presenting them with new things.”

This creative environment allowed Rebel Sound to be crowned champions of the 2014 Red Bull Culture clash, winning 3 of the 4 rounds and fighting BBK and A$AP mob to

But what about retirement? Rodigan laughed and recites a Ken Dodd quote; “Retirement is for people who stopped doing what they never really wanted to do and start doing what they’ve always wanted to do.”

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Images sourced by Parklife Gallery and Oxford Mail

Words: Aide Gomez Miguelez

Design: Luke Hewitt

DIY BEAUTY: DOES IT WORK?

Having just recently been exposed to Lush after moving to England, I was never really aware of ‘self-made’ beauty products outside of the vegan community online. Being neither part of that scene nor trusting the allnatural label, I had never tried making any skin care products myself. I’m just too lazy for that. However now, as a broke student, I thought I would dabble in the arts.

Don’t worry, I didn’t dive right in and start by trying to make my own foundation or eyeliner, considering how putting anything near my eyes which hasn’t been clinically tested freaks me out. Instead, I gave a simple sugar lip scrub a try. It’s a rather simple afternoon DIY that took me less than 30 minutes to do, since I already had all the ingredients in my kitchen.

At least they taste delicious - but how did they fend as actual scrubs?

The coffee-honey mixture was incredibly sticky; so sticky there was no way I could rinse it off so I had no choice but to lick it off. It did exfoliate my lips nicely and the smell of coffee just automatically made me happy, however I would replace the honey with coconut oil next time.

I tried two different recipes.

The first one was a classic mix of ingredients: sugar, oil and a drop of mint, which together not only exfoliates, but also stimulates blood circulation (at least according to my research). The second one was inspired by the Cup ‘o’ Coffee scrub from Lush.

I mixed honey, ground coffee (medium grain) and sugar together to create a moisturising and energising paste.

The original sugar scrub with mint was easy to apply (tip: use less oil than you think you will need) and made my lips all tingly which I rather liked. I have been using this scrub more than the coffee one as this is easy to clean off without having to eat all the sugar.

A healthier option really!

After finishing the scrubs and putting them into small pots, I had already eaten a significant amount of both.

I can definitely recommend making your own scrubs as they are affordable and really easy to make. Giving them names (like “Sticking to my Coffee Pot” and “Tingle Me Exited”) is fun, too. Affordable, easy and super efficient!

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BACK TO UNI OUTFIT IDEAS Words: Kelly tennant

Design: Luke Hewitt

With summer almost over and the beginning of the new university year just around the corner it seems only right to start thinking about a new fall wardrobe. The new season marks a perfect excuse to give your wardrobe a refresh and revamp last year’s winter looks.

Being a student and shopping on a budget is never fun, but a quirky fashion brand Cheap Monday have us sorted with their amazing new fall collection that won’t break the bank.

From cosy puffers that are perfect for those freezing 9am lectures to wild accessories that’ll dress up any outfit. Cheap Monday’s new fall selection screams style and edge, whether you’re looking to stand out from the crowd with a bright staple jacket or just searching for that perfect piece of denim for everyday use.

Keep it simple and kick off the new season in style with this grungy look styled with a leather pinafore dress that can be worn low key or dressed up with accessories for an easy day to night look.

Perk up your wardrobe and add a bit of colour to your Monday mornings with a hot pink puffer jacket. The perfect staple item to refresh your monotone autumnal outfit! Not to forget the Cheap Monday beanie and gloves that are a necessity for gloomy, cold winter evenings.

When it comes to winter, layering is definitely your best friend and there’s nothing better than being able to chuck on an oversized sweatshirt and big snuggly coat. Cheap Monday has a range of items from cosy coats to simple basics that are perfect for layering up and will help you to chop and change your outfits easily every day without the morning scramble of what to wear.

Sticking to their theme of creating playful and fresh new items, Cheap Monday’s new collection also features weird and wonderful jewellery and some simple fall accessories; perfect to add a bit of edge to any winter outfit!

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Guide to

Vegan

makeup

Words: Naomi Doddridge Design: Luke Hewitt

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Choosing to become vegan is already a very difficult decision to make and it’s even harder to stick to it. Finding suitable make up to go along with your new lifestyle doesn’t make it any easier. Naomi Doddridge explores the world of vegan makeup.

Veganism is on the rise and so are the make up products available to vegans. Whether you are interested in high end products, drug store, or natural products, there is something for everyone.

However, when trying to find vegan makeup it is important to check that the individual product that you are buying is completely vegan. Some brands are considered ‘cruelty free’ or ‘against animal testing’ but still have animal traces in their products. Here is a guide to the products available to suit your vegan needs.

When it comes to high end brands, Kat Von D, rules the vegan world. Von D is a vegan advocate herself and is working to make sure all of her products are vegan and after years of people waiting, 2016 saw Kat Von D bring her brand to the UK, with it now being available in Debenhams. Her vegan products range from the incredibly popular tattoo liner, to a number of lipsticks and eye shadows.

Alongside Kat Von D, Becca and Hourglass also have products which aren’t tested on animals and are vegan friendly. Vegan lovers will be pleased to hear that Hourglass’ most popular product, the Ambient Lighting Palette, alongside their liquid lipsticks and Veil Fluid Makeup Foundation and all available to them. Becca are probably most known for their incredible highlighters especially their Shimmering Skin Perfector which is available for vegans in all shades.

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And these brands are not even the only vegan high end brands out there, with Anastasia Beverly

Hills, Illamasqua and Charlotte Tilbury also bragging their vegan options. Brands such as Urban Decay, Too Faced and Nars are all cruelty free however their parent company still tests on animals.

Vegan drug store make up is something which is harder to come across. One brand that is completely vegan is B. Makeup which is Superdrug’s own. The brand has a variety of long lasting products from foundation to lipsticks which will have something for everyone’s needs. Other vegan drug store brands include Milani, Elf and NYX – although NYX is owned by a non-vegan company, L’oreal.

Cruelty free brands are more popular, with Kiko and Sleek being among those available.

Alongside them, Lush Cosmetics is also cruelty free. The 100% vegetarian brand say that 80% of their products are suitable for vegans, although some of their products do contain honey, milk or eggs, which vegans avoid.

All the brands mentioned above are available in shops. Alongside them, there are also many independent brands which sell products online.

Brands such as Jeffree Star, Colourpop and Makeup Geek are all vegan, but getting ahold of them in the UK is a lot harder. Both Jeffree Star and Makeup Geek are available on Beautybay which ships to the UK. Finding vegan make up in the UK is something which requires a lot of research, so before buying any products make sure you know that what you are buying is suitable to you.

Hopefully in the next few years there will be more of an increase in vegan beauty products so that more is available without harming animals and the nature in the process.

How to shop on a student budget Design: LUKE HEWITT

WORDS: RUBY ELLIS It is no secret that once you get into university, you cannot resort to retail therapy as often as you may like. However, this doesn’t mean you need to give up shopping completely: you just have to be thrifty. Here are five ways you can shop without breaking the bank!

Buy second hand Ignore any pre-conceived ideas you may have about buying second-hand clothes.

Apps like Depop allow you to explore what others are selling, and most of the items are in brand new condition for a fraction of the original price.

You can filter by size, style and price, and if you buy through the app you are covered by buyer’s protection to avoid being ripped off. You can also sell your own clothes that don’t get as much wear for some extra cash.

Search for discount codes Discount codes are hidden everywhere. You can search for your favourite shops on sites such as vouchercodes. co.uk to see if there is are any hidden savings to make. Don’t forget to sign up for UNIdays or an NUS card for extra student discount!

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Shop out of season Take advantage of the amazing sale prices by buying a year ahead, but be mindful you may not be able to wear

your item for a while. As we go into Autumn/Winter 2017, now is a good time to stock up on reduced summer clothes for next spring.

Join loyalty schemes Many shops offer loyalty cards which can give you money off your purchases when you collect points. You can also take advantage of premier delivery services, available on some online retailers such as ASOS or Boohoo. You pay a set price, usually around £9.99, and you get free next day delivery for a whole year.

Considering standard delivery can be around £4 each time, the amount saved on delivery can really add up.

Do-It-Yourself You may not be an experienced seamstress, but cheap and plain clothes can quickly be updated with a little effort. Try buying a standard men’s sweatshirt or tee off Amazon and snip off the bottom to create a distressed crop. You can also buy cheap packets of metal studs from eBay with flexible prongs that you can push through denim or leather and bend them into shape to create edgy and expensive looking jackets or bags. You can also sew or iron on embroidered patches to different items, which has been a huge trend this summer.

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Relationship between acne and stress Words: Naomi Doddridge Design: Luke Hewitt

Your time at university can be one of the most stressful times of your life. Between the anxiety, exhaustion and the pressure of deadlines, it can feel like your head is about to explode. To make matters worse, your skin has decided to come out in an array of spots at the worse possible time and the more stressed you feel, the more your skin suffers.

That’s because there is a correlation between stress and acne, and while it is not the direct cause, stress slow down the healing process, therefore increasing the severity of pimples.

There can be many reasons for acne to develop, including excess oil on the skin, dead skin cells and unfortunately, sometime’s it is just down to genes.

Almost everyone will experience acne, as it affects 85% of us. The spots that most of us get will only be one or two blackheads, however unfortunately for others it can be painful and dangerous. Acne can come in three stages, mild, moderate to severe, and severe. The worst case scenario is when large cysts form deep into the skin.

age. And while acne will take a while to go away there are a few ways to help combat the spots…

1. Don’t avoid skipping the basics. When you’re tired, it is easy to forget about your skin care routine, however, it is important to make sure your face is washed twice a day, use SPF daily and don’t forget to exfoliate and moisturise.

2. Give yourself some down time, which is easier said then done when you’ve got one million things going on in your head. However, there are ways to ease the stress. Whether that be going for a walk in the evening or watching something on Netflix, just make sure it is done every day.

3. Say goodbye to those all-nighters. In order to clean the acne-ridden skin you need to get a solid eight hours of sleep and a nighttime spot treatment. Of course, the acne will not clear up after one good night of sleep, but it shouldn’t take too long to heal either.

People experience it on their face, back, neck and shoulders, mostly during their teens, although it can be developed at almost any

So, while there is a relationship between acne and stress, it isn’t the direct cause. When exam season comes back around, try not too stress too much and remember these key tips!

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London Fashion Week 2017 Preview It’s that time of the year again... London Fashion Week!

Held every Autumn and Winter - this fall from the 15th to the 19th of September - it is the time to unleash your inner Project Runway judge, first drooling over a gorgeous garment and then whispering an icy “Auf Wiedersehen” to something else... What you were born to do anyway, right?

Right. To me, ‘fashion’ isn’t just a few pieces of clothing designed by someone or worn by someone, so I’m always finding it hard to criticise, no matter how little sense some of the looks made to me. I see fashion as a bunch of stories told by someone, appreciated by someone.

Compared to the creations seen on catwalks, to you your own style may seem boring and bland, or maybe way ‘too’ colourful and out-there. Let me tell you something: it’s not. Your fashion choices represent you as a person and in my opinion choosing to wear one thing over another is the perfect silent statement of who you are. It doesn’t define you, obviously, but there’s still something so beautifully personal and brave about wearing what the heck you want that I can’t help but to admire.

That’s why I love to watch fashion shows, go through collections and read what’s inspired them - and that’s exactly what I’ll be doing during the LFW. Last fall, some of my absolute favourite collections included Versus, Topshop Unique, Julien Macdonald, Burberry and Bora Aksu. This year, I’ll be keeping close eye on House of Holland, Antonio Beradi and Mary Katrantzau, whose collection surprised me pleasantly last autumn. The best bit?

You’ll feel like an A-list star sitting in the front row by live-streaming the runway shows and bringing the buzz where you are. Added bonus: you can watch the whole thing in your pyjamas and tell yourself how avant garde you now are.

Words: Tiina karppi Design: Luke Hewitt Photo credit: Google

High-end vs Drugstore make-up: what’s best?

Words: zlatna Nedev Design: Luke Hewitt

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Are you totally addicted to makeup? If yes, you and I have a lot in common. I just have that urge to try out every new trend, to swatch every single chic colour and to see how every formula wears on my skin. To me, splurging on a product every now and again is a form of therapy. Unfortunately, my bank account is screaming for mercy at times, which lead me to discover that there are drugstore products out there which can compete with their high-end make-up brand counterparts.

Of course, there are reasons why designer makeup is more expensive than drugstore brands, but it’s not all down to ingredients. When buying makeup, either high-end or drugstore, there are few things that are good to know: Brand name Essentially, you are paying for the brand name.

It does not matter if you are purchasing shoes, clothes or makeup: if you are choosing a designer brand it is going to cost you more. And let’s face it – even if most people around you won’t notice it, just knowing that you are wearing that ridiculously expensive Marc Jacobs lipstick will making you feel fabulous. And don’t we all want to rock a product that is advertised by our favourite actresses or singers? So many of us do, and that is a big part of why we spend more money on certain brands.

Packaging We all know that it is a great marketing trick to use colourful and eye-catching packaging, and both high-end and drugstore brands are relying on this. However, you can always tell the difference between a nice, heavy, expensive packaging and a lightweight, plastic-y one. It is, however, important to remember that if you buy

drugstore makeup you are saving money from the packaging, not from the quality of the product.

Applicators (if provided) I have noticed that there is usually a big difference in the quality of the applicator you get with a drugstore product and a high-end one and it could be seen on the price tag. The applicator can make a big difference in how makeup looks on your skin, so purchasing applicators separately, especially for your drugstore makeup, could bring benefits and make it look closer to a high-end product.

Quantity Let’s say you find a foundation that looks perfect on your skin, blends well... It is literally the best foundation you’ve found in your life but the bottle and amount of product you get is ridiculously tiny for the price. Have you been there? Me too! So always check how much product you are actually buying! Luckily, nowadays most price tags will state how much a product costs per 100ml or 100g, which makes comparing the prices of different products a lot easier – so there’s no excuse to be fooled by ‘smart’ packaging!

The Experience Buying makeup from a high-end department store is a lot different than shopping at the drugstore.

The hundreds of testers that you get to play with and the full makeover that the make-up artists at the department store can give you is not something you can get at your local drugstore.

And while some of us can go without it, many choose the luxury brands mainly because of the experience that they get at the store. What do you think?

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5 Fall Fashion Favourites For Men Words: Tiina karppi Design: Luke Hewitt

Are you looking to maximise your style with minimum effort this autumn but aren’t quite sure what you should invest in? With the guidance of these five fashion trends straight from the world’s hottest runways, you’ll be the coolest guy on campus!

Styles: Quilted/Padded Jackets This style is like an exaggerated puffiness melded with a more sophisticated style.

Quilted jackets are the perfect go-to when you want to stay warm but also look professional. If you’re feeling bold, invest in one in this autumn’s trendiest colours; moss green and sunrise orange!

Photo credit: Google Anything Retro This fall, looks from the 70s to the 90s is ultra-in. Whether you want to rock some faux fur, grandad cardigans or old sports apparel, you are all sorted as this trend has taken over the runways including Prada’s and Fendi’s collections.

Moss Green Think about this colour as a bit of a fresher version of army green. It works brilliantly with any skin tones and in any piece of clothing, whether it is on a jacket, pair of jeans or a classic tee. It also pairs up nicely with this autumn’s other hit colour…

Statements On Clothing As much we all love our signature statement pieces when it comes to clothing, this autumn is all about putting statements on your clothing! Feel free to go as political as you dare, or just stick with more neutral words or phrases – anything will do, as long as your clothing does the talking for you!

Burnt Orange This is a colour unfortunately many – both men and women – shy away from, but really, it is so flattering when used as a pop of colour! The burst of freshness in the form of orange piece of clothing is everything this gloomy season needs – it’s like your daily dose of vitamin C when it comes to fashion!

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millennial and proud Words: zlatna nedev Design: Lily Coleman There are many articles written about Millennials these days, explaining who are they and what they do wrong, but is this just another meaningless term that fills newspaper pages? Are we destined to a life of judgement from older generations?

But is that who we really are or do we just belong to a generation that does things differently to everyone else?

Let’s put this into perspective. Young adults in Britain have been hit by house prices rising, employment difficulties, and more expensive university education. That causes more worries about the future, and anxiety due to the experience of the global financial crash.

The formal definition of milleninials in the Oxford Dictionary states: “Denoting people reaching young adulthood in the early 21st century.”According to this definition, I am a millennial. And you are too, if you were born between 1981 and 1997.

This generation is graduating from university with student debt that might be standing in the way of buying a home or starting a family. The rise of house pricing is another major problem. Those who cannot afford to buy must rent and those who rent face grim prospects, with tenants spending an average of 47% of their net income on rent – 72% for those renting in London. On top of this, young people in the UK are nearly three times more likely to be unemployed than those in other age

We are the guinea pigs of social media platforms, but simultaneously also the last generation that will remember the world without it. We are accused of being lazy, and selfish... People say we are incapable of growing up, politically apathetic narcissists who are not able to function without a smartphone, who cannot take criticism, and who are incapable of commitment or taking on responsibility.

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groups. And on top of this, there is also rise of zero-hours contract and agency work, adding insult to injury.

Stereotypes about Millennials suggest that we are not interested in old-fashioned markers of success like owning our own homes, having retirement savings, a stable career and a prosperous family...

But researchers prove this wrong and suggest there is little difference between generations. It seems that what millennials want is flexibility, fairness, and tolerance – all touted as strengths of this generation.

Actually, I am going to scratch all the stereotypes and I am going to tell you why this generation is so amazing.

Whilst other generations might make us seem lazy, the truth is that young people just do not want to work for the others.

Instead, they prefer to start their own business. Also, despite the massive impact that student loans have on our wallets, we are becoming the most educated generation ever.

We are not used to owning things simply because we cannot afford to have them and this is why experiences mean more to us.

And in connection to this – travel has never been cheaper or easier than now. We live in an era when if we want a change, we have the power to share the stories we want to hear on social media – thanks, hashtag.

Also, while we are being labelled “lazy” by everyone else - we’re busy making apps for just about anything... From ordering food (think Deliveroo) to getting from A to B (i.e. Uber). This means we can make our lives a bit easier. And if there is something that we want and there is not an app for it

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we are just going to make it instead. The possibilities are endless.

The truth is that the economic landscape is changing and the problems that are facing millennials today did not exist for previous generations. Maybe we are adjusting to the environment in our own way. But no matter what, we should be cut some slack. We were born into a world that isn’t all too great to live in, but at least we are trying to make it better.

MY UNPOPULAR OPINION: TUITION FEES Words: Drew Callum Daniel Miller Hyndman Design: Lily Coleman

Tuition Fees. The bane of Liberal Democrats and public enemy number one of every left wing student. Some believe they are a necessary evil, others think education should be free. It is simply not about that. For a start tuition fees aren’t evil, they are fair, in fact, I am surprised lefty students aren’t more supportive given how much they love taxation. That is all the ‘fees’ are in this country, a capped graduate tax. It’s not like we charging poor students on low incomes this money every month, by the time they earn enough to pay it they are earning more than 50% of the country. As for being “burdened with debt” they couldn’t be more wrong, if this was a credit card it would be the best card in the world. A debt with no need to repay until you have the money? Sign me up!

threshold of £21,000 you would be earning £1,750 a month, meaning you would pay £17.50 a month in tuition fee repayments.

Most of you probably spend more on your phone bill, let alone a world class education.

So the debt isn’t a debt and you pay nothing back until you’re more than able (oh and it get’s written off after 30 years), so what’s it like to repay it? Well for anyone who has actually worked, I am on to job number 6 now, it is a lot like paying national insurance. It is a small amount that comes out of your paycheck each month and it really isn’t noticeable. There are countless graduates who have written about this online so I encourage you to go check it out. For those that haven’t worked, I would say that explains a lot about your views on tuition fees but also I would encourage you to understand that at the

After all this, if you’re still adamant about tuition fees then you must believe that education is a right. It’s not. You do not have the right to someone else’s work, you have to pay for it and to say you have the right to an education is to say that you deserve their work for free. No one has the right to study History at a degree level for free, no more than they have the right to study engineering. Even apprentices pay for their education through their labour, so get busy studying and stop wasting your time complaining about the best education system in the world being free at the point of use, just like the NHS.

Speaking of world class education, the tuition fee system has pumped money into universities that never previously had the funds. You think BU just found some money lying around for the new halls? This also gives students a lot more power at the university, you are now their customers and they better have good customer service or you are more than capable of removing £9,000 from them next year along with hitting them with some bad reviews just like any other business.

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stop fetishising me Words: holly sawyer Design: Lily Coleman

The world is changing. Mobile phones are now a thing and are used more than ever, people are floating around on those weird hover boards, and sexuality is more openly discussed than ever before. But it seems some old habits die hard. And girls who like girls are getting the brunt of it.

It is as if people can’t process the fact that girls can like girls without it being for their own sexual pleasure.

But what really is the big deal?

University is a time to express yourself, be free and confident within the person you are becoming, and part of the deal includes sexual freedom. You shouldn’t have to worry about being judged, or even gawked at, for merely expressing yourself.

It can fairly be assumed that individuals hold the right to walk into a university nightclub, find someone, regardless of the gender, and kiss them. In front of other people. Without some creepy guy in the back clapping.

You are hearing it from the horse’s mouthfetishizing girls who like girls is extremely annoying. It is unlikely you would hear jeering and inappropriate comments from a crowd watching a boy and a girl kissing, but when two girls do the very same thing, it becomes a spectacle. Suddenly crowds form, people are shouting at you, and before you know it, you are on some stranger’s Snapchat story, the video being sent out to people across campus for no good reason.

Sexuality is no longer as much of a taboo topic any more, and university is often paired with the labels of freedom and liberation. With 49% of individuals classing themselves as not heterosexual, why are seemingly large numbers still shocked and slightly turned on at the thought of girls liking girls?

The term in the closet is the furthest from reality than it has arguably ever been in recent history; celebrities and role models are coming out left right and centre, and the idea of a heteronormative society is no longer the default. Being anything that doesn’t classify as straight, whether it be a defined term or not at all, makes no difference to your, or my, life.

If we could all go about our lives without commentary, things would go a lot more smoothly. We are all trying to glide through life as easily as possible, on a slightly broken ship that isn’t too sure where it’s going. Let’s try and make the journey a bit easier for each other.

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Racism in sport – is enough being done to fight it?

Sport is one of the only things capable of uniting or dividing within the space of a second. It can provide safety for anyone and has a wide range of benefits. However, it does also have its drawbacks. Taking part in any sport can bring the best and worst out of a person, and racism is an issue that has never truly gone away, despite many attempts to wipe it out forever.

The arenas of sport can change quickly from a safe sanctity to watch entertainment, into intimidating cauldrons of hate. This passion can lead to insensitive outbursts, like when footballer Sulley Muntari experienced racial abuse while playing for his club. The Ghanaian felt that he had to leave the pitch because of the abuse, and complained that nothing had been done by match officials to prevent it. Rather than listening to the player’s concerns, the referee showed Muntari a red card for leaving the field of play.

It is issues like this that demonstrate the darker side of sport, and shows that perhaps not enough is being done to combat racism. Muntari explained that he had never experienced similar abuse in England, and stressed that he hoped other countries would follow its examples to prevent further incidents.

Not all instances of racism happen on large stages though. It would be easy for anyone to Photo credit: Google

travel to lower league fixtures across all sports and witness abuse being hurtled at players.

At the Country Rugby Final in New Zealand, Peni Manumanuniliwa was racially abused by an opposing player. The player was found guilty at a hearing and was banned from playing the sport for 46 weeks.

The 46-week ban may not seem like an adequate punishment for racial abuse and an appeal means that the player may be able to force the decision to be overturned. So if racism is to be eliminated from Rugby completely, harsher punishments (such as lifetime bans) may need to be implemented.

The running theme through all these examples is that no matter how large the sport is, or where it was played, racism can happen at any time, and anywhere.

The governing bodies of the biggest sports are trying their best to crack down on the issue, of course. FIFA, football’s largest organising body, has allowed referees to abandon games if they witness any racism towards officials or players.

There are well publicised campaigns in both Rugby and Hockey to help prevent any future examples of racial abuse. However, until racism is completely wiped out, players and fans will still be deeply affected by the repulsive act.

Words: Dan Davis Design: Luke Hewitt

TOP 10 SPORTING EVENTS FOR THE REST OF 2017 Photo credit: Google

1. World Cup 2018 Qualifiers – September 1st

The World Cup 2018 Qualifiers will decide 31 out of the 32 teams that will qualify for football’s greatest tournament next year. The host nation, Russia, have already qualified and will hope to put on what could be the greatest ever World Cup, with international stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi looking to put on a spectacle. 2014’s champions, Germany, will be looking to retain their international crown.

2. Start of the NFL season – September 7th

The 2017 NFL campaign begins at the back end of 2017 and is the 98th season in the history of the National Football League. Beginning on 7th of September, the defending champions, New England Patriots, will be hoping to retain their title once again. The season will conclude on February 4th, 2018, at the U.S. Bank Stadium, Minnesota.

3. Darts World Grand Prix – October 1st

The Darts World Grand Prix will contain some of the sport’s biggest names, including the likes of defending champion Michael van Gerwen, darts powerhouse Phil Taylor, who will be featuring in his very last World Grand Prix, and Gary Anderson. With players such as Rob Cross and Joe Cullen also sure to cause a few shocks, and a £100,000 prize for the winner, it is set to be a very entertaining tournament.

4. ODI: England vs West Indies – September 19th

The One Day International series between cricket giants England and West Indies will commence in late September. It will be a five match series, beginning on September 19th at Emirates Old Trafford and culminating on 29th September at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.

It’s a series to keep a close eye on, with two of the best ODI nations going head to head.

5. Rugby League World Cup – 27th October

The 2017 Rugby League World Cup is the fifteenth staging of the tournament and will be held in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea between 26th October and 2nd December 2017. 7 out of the 8 quarter finalists from the last tournament, held in 2013, have automatically qualified for this year including: Australia, New Zealand, England, Fiji, France, Scotland and Samoa. The final will be at the Brisbane Stadium, on 2nd December.

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Words: Dan Davis Design: Luke Hewitt 6. Rugby League: Super League Grand Final – October 7th

The biggest night in the Super League will take place at Manchester’s Old Trafford on October 7th. Although the contestants for the main prize are yet to be finalised, it is sure to be a fiercely competitive tournament. Last year’s winners were Wigan Warriors, who triumphed over Warrington Wolves 12-6.

7. Tennis ATP World Tour finals – 13th November This year’s ATP finals will take place at the O2 Arena, occuring between 12-19th November. Rafael Nadal has recently overtaken British favourite Andy Murray as the new men’s singles no. 1, and will be hoping to win the tournament. The Spaniard is joined by Wimbledon champion Roger Federer as the only other player to have officially qualified for the finals.

They could also be joined by the likes of Alexander Zverev, Dominic Thiem and former world champions Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic.

8. Formula One: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – 26th November

One of the most coveted races in the Formula 1 calendar is the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which will take place on 26th November. Every race is crucial for a driver wishing to win the Drivers’ World Championship, and this is no different. Lewis Hamilton is certainly in contention to win the competition this year, although Sebastian Vettel currently sits top of the standings (after the Belgium Grand Prix). But with only 3 points separating the top two, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix could prove crucial in deciding who the overall winner will be.

9. The Ashes 4th Test - 26th December

The Ashes is arguably the most prestigious tournament in Cricket and is always fiercely contested by England and Australia. This year’s Ashes is taking part in Australia, at venues including the WACA Ground, the Gabba, Adelaide Oval, the Melbourne Cricket Ground and the Sydney Cricket Ground. The first test will stretch from 23-27th November, and the last test will run from 4-8th January 2018, which will conclude the competition. The series is a notoriously close one, with both nations holding 32 titles each and five drawn.

England will be looking to retain the Ashes, after their 2015 win.

10. World Cup 2018 draw, Moscow – December 1st

FIFA confirmed that the draw for World Cup 2018 will take place on December 1st inside the Kremlin. The venue is significant and demonstrates the importance that Russia places on holding a successful tournament. Germany will be looking to retain their crown, whilst the likes of Spain and Argentina are also expected to challenge for the trophy. England, however, will harbour a feeling of quiet optimism but certainly won’t be expected to progress far. Three of the stadiums for the tournament will be renovated and 13 will be newly contructed.

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Premier League

2017/18 Preview

Words: Dan Davis Design: Luke Hewitt

Perhaps one of the most remarkable summers in football history has come to an end, and the Premier League has returned to grace our TV screens once again. The off-season saw transfer records nonchalantly broken and the usual merry-go-round of managerial appointments.

With the incredible £200million transfer of Neymar to Paris Saint Germain, with all of its shady negotiations, it would be easy to forget some of the activity in England’s top division.

Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City will be expected to be hot on the heels of last season’s winners, Chelsea, after a disappointing challenge for the top spot last year fizzled out. The Spaniard has just steered his club through a remarkable spending spreestrengthening the squad in most areas. Guardiola is truly spoilt for choice throughout what is sure to be a testing season.

The likes of Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester United shouldn’t be written off either. Arsene Wenger has survived another summer in charge, and the signings of Lacazette and Kolasinac will bring more balance to the Gunners’ line-up.

Tottenham, who finished 2nd last season, will be able to rely on the English duo of Harry Kane and Dele Alli, and with them firing on all cylinders Spurs should be able to achieve European

football, although playing at Wembley could hinder them.

Manchester United will be expecting to improve on a disappointing 6th place finish from last season. Jose Mourinho is their manager – and the Portuguese is revered throughout the sport for his ability to win trophies in his second season at a club. The additions of Romelu Lukaku and Nemanja Matic should steer United to a title challenge.

At the other end of the table, the likes of Bournemouth, Stoke City and West Brom will be aiming for mid-table finishes. The Premier League showed how tough a competition it is last season, but these teams have strengthened well and are more than a match for any team.

The newly promoted sides: Newcastle, Huddersfield and Brighton, may be expected to struggle this season. Huddersfield showed their grit and spirit during their play-off final victory last season, and have a mix of exciting talent and experienced veterans to steer them away from relegation. Rafa Benitez’s Newcastle won the Championship last season, but with the Spaniard publicly announcing his frustration with a lack of support from the club’s owner, their future survival in the top division looks very uncertain.

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NERVE Magazine’s Premier League predictions: Top 4: Manchester City Manchester United Chelsea Tottenham

Relegation: Swansea Newcastle Brighton

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THE Premier League’s TOP HITMEN The 2017/18 season may only be 2 weeks old but already we are starting to get a good idea of which teams have been the most successful in their summer striker search.

The bright starts of expensive signings such as Lukaku and Lacazette have already been well documented in the national press, however there have also been several underrated signings that also look to be ready to make their mark on England’s top flight.

Amongst these seemingly under-the-radar additions are Huddersfield’s Steve Mounie, whose two great debut finishes delighted fans and pundits alike.

Another quality addition would have to be Stoke’s new frontman Jesé Rodriguez, who arrived rather quietly on loan from PSG for a player who is already fairly well known from his time at Spanish giants Real Madrid. But there was nothing quiet about the way he introduced himself in his first appearance

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against Arsenal, dancing his way through the shaky back 3 of Arsenal time and time again, eventually providing a classy finish to win the game for the Potters. West Ham fans would have been expecting a lot from their new signing, former Manchester United hitman Javier Hernandez. And the Mexican international didn’t disappoint, striking twice during West Ham’s amazing 10-man comeback against Southampton, although he was unable to grab any points for the Hammers.

On the other side of the coin there are still some signings who have yet to make an impact. AFC Bournemouth fans still remain confident that former Sunderland and Tottenham forward Jermain Defoe can deliver, after his first couple of appearances showing a player lacking in match fitness. Chelsea’s Spanish striker Alvaro Morata didn’t introduce himself to fans in the best way, scuffing a vital penalty in the Community Shield defeat to Arsenal. However, a well-taken goal coupled with a superb assist in Chelsea’s defeat to Burnley shows a player just waiting to set the league alight.

Get involved in sport at bu There are various ways of getting involved in many sports during your time here at Bournemouth University. The best way to get involved and try out as much of the facilities as possible is a membership at the SportBU gym, which is based on Talbot Campus.

SportBU Membership A membership offer for freshers is running from 16th-22nd September (arrivals week) and costs ÂŁ1 for a week. A membership at SportBU is designed to make sure everyone can make the most out of the facilities that the centre has to offer. The gym has been refurbished, and with several 3G Astro turf pitches also available, there is sure to be something for everyone.

Included in a SportBU membership is: - Detailed induction with qualified personal trainers, and also free one-to-one sessions - Unlimited gym access, no matter what time - Access to up-to 55 fitness classes across both Talbot and Lansdowne Campuses per week For more details, check out the SportBU website!

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Campus Sports Campus Sport is SportBU’s large range of activities available to everyone, whether it’s staff, student or a member of the community.

There is no obligation to register for the long-term, and you are able to pick and choose whatever sports, and whatever time, takes your fancy!

Activities range from drop in sessions for Basketball and table-tennis, to full 5 and 11 a side football tournaments. Currently, there are over 40 different ways to enjoy over 25 different activities – so why not give some of them a try during arrivals week?

Performance Sport Performances Sports gives you the opportunity to represent Bournemouth University across large, competitive tournaments for various different sports. All teams will compete in the British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) competition, which will organise sports between 165 universities and colleges throughout the country. This university prides itself on its sporting pedigree, and aims to be in the top 20 by 2018.

Currently, there are 19 performance sports at Bournemouth University, made up of 60 different teams. The university’s connections with local sporting clubs and officials, coupled with high-quality training from qualified coaches, means that everyone has the opportunity to represent their university in many different sports. The university currently has three focus sports; Golf, Tennis and Volleyball.

For more details, contact: SportBU Reception, Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, Dorset BH12 5NN Tel: +44 1202 965012 Email: sportBU@bournemouth.ac.uk www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sportBU

Words: Dan Davis Design: Luke Hewitt

EnglaND TEST CRICKET ROUND-UP Words: Calum Goddard Design: Luke Hewitt

It has been a fantastic summer for English cricket, starting with a four-test series against South Africa. This saw the new England test captain Joe Root mark his first game as skipper with a win.

A fantastic start for England was highlighted by a debut to remember for Toby Roland-Jones. The fast-medium seam bowler marked it with a five-wicket haul at Lords, taking the wickets of the opening four South African batsmen, including batting legend Hashim Amla.

The second test of the series saw Root and his side experience their first loss of the summer. South Africa hit back after their defeat at Lords to record an emphatic win at the traditional England stronghold of Trent Bridge. A 340-run victory left the South Africans all square with England in the series heading into the third test.

England quickly managed to find their feet again, winning the following two tests comfortably and wrapping up the series 3-1. England spin bowler Moeen Ali took the man of the series award after his emphatic hat-trick and five wicket haul to settle the result. The England team performed excellently with the ball and bat under Joe Root, showing great promise ahead of the Ashes this winter in Australia.

On August 17th England faced the West Indies in the first test of a three match series. The first test was played as a day/ night game in Birmingham, the first of its kind in England. Alastair Cook and Joe Root (former and current captain) made an excellent third-wicket partnership of 248 which dominated the West Indies in the first day/night pink-ball Test. Cook’s unbeaten 153 was his first century since resigning as England’s Test captain and his 31st of his career. England enforced a Windies follow on that led to a very comfortable victory at Edgbaston.

The England selection team have a lot of hard work to do over the coming months before this winter’s Ashes series, with batsman Mark Stoneman (Surrey CCC), Keaton Jennings (Durham CCC), Dawid Malan (Middlesex CCC) and Tom Westley (Essex CCC) all fighting for their spaces at the top order. Bowlers Toby Roland-Jones, Chris Woakes and young leg spinner Mason Crane will all be in contention for only one bowling space. Certainly some big decisions for the board and backroom staff to make. *Disclaimer: Please note this was written before 2nd test between England and West Indies.

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Mcgregor VS. MAYWEATHER REVIEW Words: lUKE hEWITT Design: Luke Hewitt

Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather retired in style after a convincing 10th round technical knockout against MMA phenomenon Conor McGregor, in the bout that captured the imagination of the masses.

Mayweather reached a historic landmark, with the victory in Las Vegas allowing the 40-year-old to retire with a 50-0 undefeated fight record. This surpasses the record he previously shared with legendary heavyweight of the 40’s and 50’s, Rocky Marciano.

Albeit a very comfortable win for Mayweather that seemed a matter of ‘when’ rather than ‘if’ he would knock McGregor out, it did see the popular Irishman gain the respect of many.

The bout, that grossed over $700million and broke all pay-per-view records through all the hype and attention that it gained, was the ideal catalyst in reaching a market of potentially new boxing fans.

McGregor’s unorthodox style and movement saw him take the first three rounds cleanly with Floyd barely throwing a punch, however once ‘Money’ had worked out the Irishman’s game plan, it yet again became a masterclass from the American.

At the start of the fourth round Mayweather hit his second gear and began slowly wearing McGregor down with body shots Photo credit: Google

until the 9th and 10th rounds. McGregor’s fatigue allowed Floyd to land an assault of heavy headshots until referee Robert Byrd, was forced to halt the super welterweight fight after 1 minute and 5 seconds into the 10th round.

Post-fight, Mayweather insisted he will never fight again and this sees one of the greatest boxers of the modern era lay his spectacular 21-year career to rest, cementing himself as a future Hall of Famer.

With most of the attention on the victor, no one can discredit McGregor for donning the gloves of a sport that isn’t his own and going up against a fighter of Mayweather’s calibre.

The opening three rounds not only surprised the 14,623 fans in attendance, and the 225 countries watching at home, but also Floyd himself. McGregor caused a few early problems for the American and, the result aside, the Irishman proved himself to the doubters that were labelling the bout a ‘farce’ or a ‘comedy show’.

After months of eagerly anticipated build-up, heated exchanges and verbal attacks, the fighters gained a level of respect for each other with Mayweather putting his career to a close by exclaiming: “This was my last fight. For sure I chose the right dance partner to dance with. Conor, you are a hell of a champion.”

AFC Bournemouth Early Season Review Words: Stephen wright Design: Luke Hewitt

At the time of writing, Bournemouth have just suffered a painful 2-1 defeat to Manchester City and head in to the season’s first international break off the back of a torrid start to the campaign.

The Cherries enjoyed a hot but difficult preseason camp over in Marbella where they kicked off their friendlies with a 2-1 win over GD Estorial Praia courtesy of a Gradel (who has since been loaned out to Toulouse) winner in mid-July. Eddie Howe and his men then returned to more familiar territory with an away 2-1 win at Portsmouth’s Fratton Park.

This was followed with a narrow 1-0 win over QPR before a 1-0 home defeat to Valencia concluded July’s action.

Heading into August, Bournemouth comfortably dispatched Yeovil with a 3-1 victory, before drawing at home 2-2 with Napoli, culminating their pre-season preparations.

Despite making a number of strong signings early in the transfer window with Begovic, Defoe and Ake all arriving, Bournemouth were unable to replicate their pre-season form at the start of the league campaign.

In a tough afternoon at The Hawthorns, West Brom’s relatively unknown new signing – Ahmed Hegazi was the only scorer on a day when The Cherries’ never looked like scoring.

A 2-0 defeat at home to Watford the following

week did little to lift the spirits on the south coast.

However, there was reason to be uplifted with Bournemouth’s first piece of action in the Carabao Cup. Ryan Fraser and Marc Pugh both got on the scoresheet as The Cherries had to come from behind at St. Andrew’s Stadium to bypass Birmingham and head through to the third round of the tournament.

Charlie Daniels smashed in one of the goals of the season 13 minutes into Bournemouth’s subsequent home fixture against Manchester City, but Pep’s blues grabbed a deserved equaliser less than ten minutes later through Gabriel Jesus. Many would have seen a draw as a fair result, but referee Mike Dean wasn’t having any of it. Seven minutes into the five minutes of stoppage time given, Lys Mousset won the ball just inside City’s half; a challenge that Dean deemed to be a foul. The devastation on Howe’s face was clear to see when City were allowed to surmount one final charge that resulted in Raheem Sterling finding the back of the net to win the game. Sterling was then sentoff for celebrating with his side’s fans. Bizarre.

Either way, this season has gone from bad to worse so far for AFC Bournemouth, and an international break is the last thing Eddie Howe would wish for under such circumstances.

Fingers crossed The Cherries can regroup and begin firing on all cylinders come September.

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