CONTENTS Editor’s Note

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Emily Sinclair

there. I give some important information about local foodbanks for anyone who needs it.

In Relationships, Jacob talks about minimising the pressure of being in a couple.

SCENE Editor Emily Sinclair

Illustrator Otty Allum

Chief Subeditor Megan Bartley

Subeditors

Alexis Casas Philippa Salmon

Miri Huntley Jacob Bassford Caro Sherlock

Isobel Williams

Hello! Bonjour! Feliz Navidad!

How are we all?

It is that time of year again when the leaves begin to fall, the shops start selling huge tubs of Celebrations (although without the Bounty- outrage if you ask me!) and York Christmas Market makes the city a maze of sugar-filled children and overly-happy couples. Ah, you’ve got to love it!

Sitting here listening to Wham and Chris Rea I think a little bit of Christmas joy and a time to forget about what has been another chaotic and difficult year is what everyone needs. I hope that whatever you do over the holiday is relaxing and you’re able to find a little bit of happiness.

Within campus life, the library starts to become choka-block, Nisa runs out of its snacks and coffee mixed with RedBull becomes a staple part of everyone’s diet. Give it a few weeks and I promise we’ll have all made it through another dead-

The theme for this issue is Trends. What are some current patterns and fads that are floating around?

First up, in Stage, Miri discusses some of the benefiits that theatre training can give, Kayleigh reviews Guy Fawkes Comedy and there is information on CHMS’ Autumn showcase - the popularity of musical soundtracks at the moment is incredible!

In Screen, Jed discusses whether the Superhero movie will ever die out, whilst Rosie expresses the importance of student cinemas on campus. As well as a few live reviews, Music reveals the songs stuck in Vision’s head at the moment and Lis provides the soundtrack to University life. We can all agree one of the most frustrating things is when a song just won’t leave your head- the power of music I guess!

Navya is on the quest for the perfect Bubble Tea - opinions? Personally it’s not for me but I know I’m in the minority