UK schools are told not to provide free meals for their students at half-term
Arguments have once again arised when it was found out that the government has told schools not to supply food vouchers, parcels and meals to disadvantaged children over February half-term. Teachers, parents and council leaders expressed their undeniable frustration...
The Impact of Fashion in Football
The king of sports from the 70s and 80s took the leap and put more importance to fashion in football, not only with the introduction of a third / alternative kit, with a more commercial rather than functional purpose. One of the intentions was that it will be liked by...
So this is Christmas
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The four types of exercise you need to keep fit in the new year
There are four main types of exercise, each will benefit your health and wellbeing in different ways. They include aerobic (cardio or endurance), strength, flexibility and balance. For whatever reason, you are looking to start exercising be sure to incorporate all...
The joys and the agony….
Ask anyone who’s become a mum what it’s like, and I can guarantee they’ll never be able to describe the magnitude of how it feels. Firstly, please don’t misunderstand, I realise how lucky I am to have had the good fortune to bear three healthy children, and I will...
Bake off or bog off?
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Twice the number of people expected to be spending Christmas alone this year due to the pandemic
This year, twice the number of people are expected to be spending Christmas alone due to the pandemic, a recent poll conducted by the Observer has revealed. 2020 has been extremely hard for everyone across the world due to the Coronavirus pandemic. With the news of...
Holiday homes in Cornwall… are locals being pushed out for good, and what affect is this having?
Most people think of Cornwall as a rich county, full of life and beautiful scenery. But is this really all it is? Many towns in Cornwall are upmarket, with newly built houses and popular shops… However, there is also another side to Cornwall if you look past the...
Protecting black bees in the south-west
George Mitchell is a 24-year-old insect enthusiast who recently embarked on an apprenticeship in the Rame Peninsula looking after Cornwall’s very own black bees. Mitchell is interested in all types of insects, but is primarily concerned about the decline of bees. He...
More than 450 admitted to hospital in Indian state of Andhra Pradesh
Over the weekend mystery has swept through the city of Eluru In Southern India, hundreds of people collapsed and experienced nausea and epilepsy-like behaviour, there have been reports of people loosing consciousness and foaming at the mouth. Andhra Pradesh is already...
The Monolith on Monarch Marl
First, odd metallic Monolith were seen in Utah, California, the Netherlands and Romania, and now, the Isle of Wight. The First case: November 18th, the Red Rock Desert Monolith. (12ft Tall) Removed 27th November, by an unidentified group, supposedly including Andy...
Are snowy winters in the UK becoming a thing of the past?
After Met Office analysis, climate change in the UK could start to affect the cold weather we experience in the winter months. The average coldest day across the past three decades in the UK has been -4.3 Celsius, but if emissions keep rising, the coldest day in the...
Plymouth reveals the truth behind closed doors over family poverty: Poverty in the pandemic
The person who is quoted various times in this article wanted to be left anonymous; the name used instead for him is ‘Charlie’ With some areas of England already struggling to support their families, coronavirus has turned the lives of many people upside down. Jobs...
The duchess warns of lockdown loneliness for parents
Research from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s Royal Foundation shows loneliness among parents of young children has “dramatically increased” during the Covid-19 pandemic. People who are in more deprived areas of the UK have felt the most cut off...
Caffeine, why drinking it may not be for everyone.
Your morning cup of coffee believe it or not is a psychoactive drug, one that is not controlled by the government and is widely available around the world. Caffeine is in fact the most widely consumed psychoactive substance on the planet. Although caffeine has no...
The Grand Tour takes Madagascar
Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May have yet another special arriving on Amazon Prime, this time hunting pirate treasure in Madagascar. ‘The Grand Tour presents: A Massive Hunt’ is set to drop on the...
How Coronavirus has impacted the already struggling High Street
Following the closure of non-essential shops following the start of the second and most recent lockdown, which was on the 5th November, many retail industries are facing a possible collapse. The biggest names that have been suffering come under Sir Philip...
Great British Bake Off – the Final
Sadly, we’ve reached the Final of 2020’s Great British Bake Off. A slightly subdued undertone was apparent with the lack of usual family and friends in the beautiful gardens surrounding the tent, awaiting the outcome. This year the guests comprised of a combination of...
BGGO – It’s the semi final
So, this week has brought us, far too quickly, to the semi-final of this year’s GBBO. Unbelievably, we’ve seen Noel’s favourite lovely Lottie, Linda and Sura all leave the tent. Who could ever forget Rowan and his bizarre creations? The two Marks are now just a...
Chilli con carne 4 ways
Ingredients2 Red or white onions – 15p2–3 Cloves of garlic – 5p – 25p a bulb 1 Pepper – 18p 1/5 of a 90p pack 500g Mince beef £1.49 400g Tin of tomatoes 28p 400g Red kidney beans 33p 2 tbsp Tomato purée 5p – 27p a tube 1 Beef stock cube 11p –...
The student shopping list – How to eat well without breaking the bank.
My name is Charlie and I work in a kitchen, for one reason, because I love cooking. I always liked cooking from a young age, mainly baking, but at a certain point you work out that eating cake and brownies is not a sustainable way to live. I am going to attempt to...
Covid 19 and the cost of PPE to the planet
I can’t be the only person to have noticed discarded disposable (or not) masks littering our streets and outside spaces over the last few months. This has become an increasing worry, so even though I knew I would be horrified by what I found; I decided the time had to...
Chocolate expert reveals how to eat yours and reap the health benefits
Have you been eating your chocolate in the wrong way? UK chocolate expert Jennifer Earle from Ecstasy Tours has explained how we should be munching our chocolate in a completely different way than we have done for years. Instead of just chucking it in and chomping,...
Breakfast – The most important meal of the day
Breakfast has always been the most important meal of the day, or at least that is what I was always told by my mother. I believe the thinking behind this saying stem from the fact that when you sleep your body has been fasting for 8-9 hours and your blood glucose...
Nature’s little helper
With the approaching onset of winter, light levels are now lessening, and depression and low mood can become an increasing problem for many people. This, combined with a second lockdown in progress, means it’s never been more important for us to connect...
Beach walks found to have positive mental health impacts
As the UK enter a second lockdown, many people find themselves wanting some time out of the house for some fresh air. For those living in Cornwall, there are many scenic routes, coastal paths and beaches to explore for some daily exercise. With PM Boris Johnson asking...
Return of the pool
It was the news I’d been waiting for, and I discovered it by accident on the last day of September. An announcement by Saltash Councillor Hilary Frank was made on her Facebook page: “I’m pleased (and relieved) to say that the Saltash Leisure Centre will re-open...
Doughnuts
Doughnuts first made their debut back in the early 1800’s and its believed that they were brought to the USA by Dutch settlers who named them oly-koeks (oily cakes). They were originally made from a sweetened dough of flour, butter, sugar, eggs and milk and were then...
Boris Johnson Confirms Second UK Lockdown
On Saturday 31st October 2020, millions of people around the UK were anticipating the annoucement of the second national lockdown after a government report was leaked to the press. The number of COVID-19 cases have been rising dramatically over the recent weeks as...
Bake off or Bog off?
Us Brits love a national treasure, and over the last 11 years that’s exactly what the Great British Bake Off has become for its hundreds and thousands of disciples. Originally, the GBBO as it’s now fondly known to its fans, first aired on BBC2, presumably because the...
Blackwing Pencils – the best money can buy?
Recently, I had become completely infatuated with stationary – more specifically antique, unique and reliable stationary. After doing hours of research into ‘pen and pencil reviews’ (as sad as it sounds), I came across Blackwing, which are touted as...
Sandy or Matt?
When the news broke that C4 had managed to navigate their way around Covid 19 regulations to bring us a new series of Bake Off, our first thought was how could they possibly replace Sandy Toksvig? The relationship between Sandy and Noel worked perfectly, with their...
Can we trust a former US Deputy Secretary with our private information?
Facebook have appointed Robert M Kimmitt as the lead independent board director, as of March 2020. In a statement the CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, addressed that Facebook were “looking for a leader who can bring significant oversight and governance experience”....
Pet Of The Month – Therapy Dog, Pippin.
PIPPIN THE UNIVERSITY THERAPY DOG University therapy dog, Pippin, outside the Plymouth Marjon Chaplaincy. Lecturers have you on a tight leash? Flatmates barking you up the wrong tree? After a ‘ruff’ week at university, Pippin, the four year old Golden...
Procrastination: We all do it
Definition: to keep delaying something that must be done, often because it is unpleasant or boring – “I know I’ve got to deal with the problem at some point – I’m just procrastinating.” Procrastination is something we all do, some people make...
“I love my job, but it isn’t easy” – An interview with online Entrepreneur, Natalie Hunt
The January blues are in full swing and many people are attempting to work on their New Year’s resolutions. With the exciting idea of a fresh start, numerous friends of mine expressed their interests in starting their own businesses online, panning from clothing to...
With delays here and cancellations there, why are we paying so much to travel by train?
It’s the same thing every year. Big Ben chimes midnight, fireworks go off, we spend a day welcoming in the new year and then it’s back to reality to an almighty bang when the rail fares once again rise, and we all ask ourselves ‘what exactly are we paying for’? Year...
Christmas Day: A Timeline
8:15 am You get up for the day. Crash into your parents’ room with more Christmas cheer and festive spirit than all the elves in the North Pole. Whack on a speaker and start blasting Christmas anthems throughout the house and the neighbourhood to ready their festive...
8 Ethical clothing brands perfect for Christmas gifts
We do nothing We do Nothing is an ethical clothing brand based in Newquay, Cornwall. They truly fulfill their slogan ‘ethical clothing for the conscious consumer’ by selling ethically made organic clothing such as jumpers, hoodies, hats, T-shirts and bags. Their...
Dogs Trust: Fur-ever Homes At Christmas.
Every 6 minutes the canine charity ‘Dogs Trust’ receives a call from a family wanting to give up their dog. Nearing the Festive season, it can be very tempting to make many impulsive purchases for your loved ones, or even yourself, and more often than...
A Insight To My Traditional Christmas
There is such a big build up to Christmas; the advent calendars, buying presents, decorating houses, buying trees…the list is almost endless. But once you get to the 25th of December, the fun is all over. All families celebrate Christmas is different ways and set...
Christmas Shopping as a Student: Top Tips
Being a student is stressful enough without the looming pressures of the mission that is Christmas shopping. Tasked with finding the right gifts for your nearest and dearest is tough enough, but this time you’re on a tight, tight budget. Oh, and if you weren’t already...
International Men’s Day At Marjon
What a fine looking bunch- International Men’s Day is celebrated across 80 countries worldwide. We’re well over halfway through Movember, and you gents have certainly impressed (some more than others, sorry lads) with your moustache efforts. From the...
How to survive your first term at University
A GUIDE TO HANGOVERS, HALLS, AND HOMEWORK. Your first term of University can be a very overwhelming time, with many students living away from home, family and friends. For many it will be a brand new experience, delving into higher education and navigating the waters...
Top 5 places to visit in or near Plymouth
Royal William Yard Royal William Yard is a complex full of restaurants, cafes, a wine bar and various clothing shops. The complex is an ex-Naval yard that also holds many unique and interesting events. Plymouth’s annual Illuminate light festival is held here and is a...
5 Hidden Gems at Plymouth Marjon
So you think you know your University? We walk its halls every day, but you’d be forgiven for missing these five hidden spots as you go about your day-to-day business at Marjon. Prepare to have your eyes opened… Lets get stuck in. Games Room Tucked away in Marjon’s...
Top Five Reasons To Visit Brighton
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club Home to the city’s very own, Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club. The Albion continue to fight from strength to strength alongside Head Coach Graham Potter to remain in the Premier League. Not only do the Seagulls always...
Best Plymouth Costas ranked in order
Everyone must have had a Costa at least once in their lives, especially those who live in Plymouth and have seen the sheer amounts of Coffee establishments the ocean city contains. weather you like Costa or not we cannot deny these penultimate locations for an...
BBC’s “CountryFile” Visits Local Plymouth Beach
On Sunday 13th October, BBC One viewers were treated to an episode of Countryfile featuring local Plymouth beach, Wembury. Wembury itself is a place well-known for its outstanding natural beauty, stunning coastal walks and is host to the distinctive island, The Great...
Women’s Lacrosse #get involved
2019 promotional film for Plymouth Marjon University’s women’s lacrosse...
You look lovely – and not just cos it’s national compliment day
By Ben Moran, Katie Lawson, Bella Payne In a modern world that revolves around “likes” and Instagram “comments”, the traditional compliment is rarely given. It seems as though a young person’s confidence now relies on the number of likes on a selfie or the number of...
Hobby v addiction: how much is too much?
By Mollie York, Kaya Bos, Reece Carter How much is too much when it comes to exercise? One million of the 46 million physically active people in the UK are taking performance enhancers like anabolic steroids. Though the number of people indulging in steroids may seem...
How will Brexit affect the tourism section?
Why do we sing Auld Lang Syne?
In a matter of hours, the annul countdown is due to beckon across the world and we’ll conclude it with a familiar tune. ‘Auld Lang Syne’ is an old timey and lyrically-archaic Scottish song that, year-after-year, we shamelessly slur out with our arms linked to the ones...
Where you should go for Christmas lunch
One of my favourite things about the Holliday’s has to be the Christmas food. With only a few days to go loads of restaurants are offering something Festive at this time of year. Quay 33 If your feeling like a local homemade meal in a quiet part of Plymouth Quay 33...
As rail fares rise again, what exactly are we paying for?
By Rebecca Wallis Recently, we have been told that rail fares will rise again in the new year. Year after year, the prices increase and commuters have to grin and bear it. Ticket prices have risen by a huge 37% in the last decade with an average annual increase of...
How to stay healthy on a budget at uni
By Ollie Noy Scott, Mia Prescott, Kieran Gilbert, Neve Solomon and Ben Scott Although you may think you’re ready to jump into life at uni – things may be more complicated than you think. Planning is essential, especially if you want to keep yourself healthy and active...
Bad breakups at Marjon
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ShimmyShine Clothing- The student entrepreneur
Us students are always looking for ways to make money. With our student loans causing us crippling debt for the foreseeable future, we are all already stricken with money worries and financial uncertainty. We caught up with Exeter University student; Kate Ward, who...
(Amster)-DAM I need a budget break
In your twenties, running up big student debts, too many shifts, deadlines are looming and a quick, getaway trip to de-stress and re-fuel is needed. So how is it possible? It’s easy. Choose wisely where you go and be careful with your pennies. Make handfuls of...
5 Pantomimes to watch in Devon this Christmas
’Tis the season for dad jokes and glitter as Devon’s theatres are taken over by bizarre costumes and comical baddies. What is Christmas without your gran taking you to a panto? It’s boring, that’s what. So gather all the kids in your family and head on down to your...
Feeling low this winter? Watch this!
By Abby Davies featuring Jude...
A fashion resolution that you might actually stick to…
Every year tonnes of people decide on new year’s resolutions. Do they stick to them… well that’s up to you to decide! However, every year I am one of those people and try to budget more when buying clothes. But of course with all the sales to look forward to –...
The best-selling Christmas toy: 1990-99
So, before you read any further, please watch this video: The countdown to Christmas has started... So, here is a countdown of what retailers predict will be the best-selling toys of Christmas 2018 ? pic.twitter.com/1vcLneBxgK — JaM (@JaM_at_Marjon) December 5, 2018...
Belgian reviews English chocolate!
After four months in England I decided to review some of Englands most popular chocolate bars accompanied by the lovely Jasmine Butler ...
Do it yourself Christmas
We all know the feeling, Christmas is almost here and you are getting stressed about what to get for your family or friends. Well, stress no more because here are some fantastic do it yourself Christmas gifts! Giftbox Looking for a perfect gift for one of your...
How eco-friendly is your Christmas?
Most of us like to indulge and go all out at Christmas time and why not, it only comes round once a year, but while we’re feeling festive, our planet is suffering. Christmas creates 30% more waste than normal. So how environmentally friendly is your Christmas and how...
Award winning show Rupaul’s Drag Race is climbing up the ladder as more support is gained for the LGBT Community
The show Rupaul’s Drag race is becoming more popular than ever, with big name drag queens coming under the limelight in more support for the LGBT community. “Gentlemen, start your engines and may the best woman win!” And with six Emmy wins under their belt, and an...
BooHoo’s ‘time-limit sales’ recorded as false.
Fashion site Boohoo has broken advertising standards, BBC watchdog finds. Investigative programme, Watchdog live, recorded promotions on Boohoo’s website that did not end after the countdown clock reached zero. Time limited sales put pressure on consumers to...
The Doughnut’s official gift guide
Black Friday has been and gone but have you brought all your presents yet? If the answer is yes then congratulations, I admire your organisational and timekeeping skills. If the answer is no, then don’t worry, you have come to the right place. This guide will...
The Day is Done: I’m Feeling A Bit Grouchy
I am Richelids Cain and thank you for joining us for today! Here is a round up of anything you might have missed: Brexit … Again You may think that politicians are incapable of agreeing to anything and you might just be right. Theresa May announced this morning...
Vegans lacking in nutrients?
Veganism has been around for decades; since the mid 1940’s to be precise, I bet you didn’t know that? But it isn’t until now that it is more popular than ever before. This new way to eat has been a huge mainstream lifestyle change. With over 600,000 people...
Its Beginning to Look a Lot More Festive
It is almost that time of the year again: the air is cold, December in looming and your Aunty Janice has already decorated her house from top to bottom. That’s right! It’s the end of November and Plymouth is starting to look a little more festive with the addition of...
That’s a wrap for sport – your daily roundup
Hello, good evening, and welcome to today’s sport roundup from us here at the Doughnut! So, if you’re on the commute home, engage your brain and forget tonight’s miserable weather as I guide you through some of the day’s top sporting news events. Robbie Keane...
Teatime news round-up
Good afternoon everyone, and congratulations on making it to the end of yet another day, here on Planet Earth. But realistically who cares about Earth these days? On Monday, after a seven month long journey hurtling through space at unfathomable speeds, Nasa’s...
A Plymouth institution fights for survival
With a fresh round of Brexit voting threatening the horizon, another local success story faces a tough bought of trouble in trying to stay afloat the rough funding waters. The Plymouth Amateur Rowing Club (PARC) has been based on the river Plym since 1947 and has been...
Student’s dismay, over no Q&A
The last open day of 2018 hasn’t been met with the beautiful weather Plymouth is known and loved for. Instead, Storm Diana has swept the campus, leaving many of the courses Q&A sessions low on attendees. I caught up with third year Harry Richardson, a...
Bad Weather Doesn’t Stop Keen, Future Students On Open Day
If you have been outside at all today you may have noticed that it hasn’t been the nicest of autumnal days, but potential future Marjon students and their parents have pulled on their coats and braved the short walk from the free car park to see what the uni has...
What is the Best Thing About Marjon?
“I’ve never found a more welcoming community. I can walk through Marjon or Plymouth City Centre and see someone I know, and can have a chat with.” That’s according to Marjon SU president Rhys Roberts when he was asked, what makes Marjon different? He was taking part...
Plymouth Marjon University and Citizens Advice Plymouth announce their joint partnership
Citizens Advice Plymouth and Plymouth Marjon University today announce their joint media partnership, providing BA (Hons) Journalism students the opportunity to contribute to and strengthen the Plymouth community. Citizens Advice Plymouth is one of a network of...
The Vegan Christmas Menu
I know what you’re thinking- Christmas as a vegan? Madness! What about the turkey and the trimmings and- Yeah. Don’t worry, I get it. But you’d be surprised at the amazing alternatives to all of the animal products the public love come the festive season. Here’s a...
Plymouths top 3 places to get lunch if your vegan!
Taco Tuesday. If you’re looking for a quick cheap lunch Nowhey tacos Located in the Plymouth market at the bottom of town is the perfect location. This family ran food stall serves Mexican inspired homemade tacos and nachos and its completely vegan! Tacos normally...
Insert title here – if you get round to it
I’m going to let you in on a secret… November is a source of great guilt for me. No it’s not because of not raising enough money for children in need (although I probably should do a little more) it is because November means NaNoWriMo. For those of...
New Vegan Cake Store,Treat Yourself Has Just Opened in Plymouth Market
Plymouth Market has just opened a new cake store ‘Treat Yourself’, where everything is vegan. Treat Yourself opens every Saturday serving a range of incredibly tasty cakes. To this day, now 1 in 8 people are vegetarian or vegan which is why this store are...
“There was nothing they could do, I would die in a couple of hours”
It was on an unspectacular day in December, 2008, in which Sheila Connolly’s life would take a sharp u-turn. She had collapsed and was rushed into intensive care, the signs were dire. An hour later Sheila’s husband, Stephen, arrived and after being...
Sorcery in a bottle
Women everywhere have been obsessing over Mirenesse’s Thermal Wrap N Repair hair mask. This product has taken Australia by storm and for under a tenner provides users with sleek and shiny results. It is reported to take between five and twenty minutes to...
Plymouth couple experience “the most amazing” retirement trip of a life time.
Plymouth couple, aged 65, experience a luxury around the world trip after retiring from their demanding jobs, “creating amazing memories which will last a lifetime”. Maureen and Edward Vine indulged on a magnificent around the world trip to celebrate their...
Ditching Diet Words
Slimming World member, Fay Marshall, has explained how she lost over eight stone in two years, making people aware that diet words can be harmful however being overweight can have huge consequences. Phrases, such as ‘strong not skinny’ have been reworded to award body...
Going the (Long) Distance
A look into how a long distance relationship works between a couple split by 4500...
One Man Traveling the Globe with Three Senses
Totally blind and severely deaf in both ears, Tony Giles has visited all 7 world continents on his solo venture to experience every country on earth. Eighteen years into his remarkable escapade, 40-year-old Tony has visited 131 countries so far. Only 115 of the...
Royal William Yard – Plymouth’s thriving business hub
Plymouth’s Royal William Yard may be a place yet to be discovered by our new Plymouth Marjon university students, so here is an insight into what is to be found within this outstanding location. The award winning Royal William Yard is situated in Stonehouse, a suburb...
Feature Story 2
Before the legendary David Letterman was the king of American late-night TV, he got his big break with a mid-morning chatshow that stood out for its refusal to take the entire medium of telly seriously. In one episode, Letterman had a TV wheeled on to the set, and...
Feature Story
Before the legendary David Letterman was the king of American late-night TV, he got his big break with a mid-morning chatshow that stood out for its refusal to take the entire medium of telly seriously. In one episode, Letterman had a TV wheeled on to the set, and...
