Lifestyle
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StudentsCouchSurfing for Beginners
If you want to travel, meet interesting people and not spend a fortune CouchSurfing could be your answer. Read more »| 07 Oct 2009 -
StudentsAberdeen: Union St
Location Take some time to head down to the Union Terrace Gardens for a quiet place to sit and enjoy a few moments in this surprisingly tranquil spot in th... Read more »| 03 Oct 2009 -
StudentsHow to Not Look Like a Fresher
1. Do not wear a sign that reads 'hello my name is fresher' It's a dead give away. As is the lost, over eager look that adorns the faces of freshers everywhe... Read more »| 02 Oct 2009 -
Tech
upload: The Window and the Apple
The next battle of the two big guys begins Read more »| 01 Oct 2009 -
FashionThe High Street Gets Crafty
Etsy's star label Norwegian Wood hits the high street, we caught up with creator Angie Johnson to hear more Read more »| 30 Sep 2009 -
Students
Student Memories: Dan Glass
Dan Glass recalls his involvement in student activism whilst at Uni Read more »| 29 Sep 2009
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Students
Scotland's Festival Spirit
Nowhere can Scotland's musical heritage be better observed than at one of the many music festivals that takes place each year across Scotland. Fraser Denholm presents the highlights. Read more »| 28 Sep 2009 -
Fashion
What's on in October
The Glasgow Craft Mafia will be taking a road trip, setting up their market in the Inver Cottage Restaurant, a restored croft situated on the postcard perfec... Read more »| 28 Sep 2009 -
Food And Drink
A Meal Of Two Cities
Yasmin Ali looks at independent local foodies bucking the recession and expanding their empires. Read more »| 28 Sep 2009 -
StudentsStudent Memories: Stu Who?
Comedian Stu Who? recalls his first day of art college, filled with apprehension and day-glo orange paint. Read more »| 26 Sep 2009 -
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Student Memories: Catriona McInnes
Catriona McInnes remembers the benefits of kippers for breakfast (and a 12-year-old Balvenie) during her student days. Read more »| 24 Sep 2009 -
Students
Edinburgh: North
Location: Crescents, cobbled streets and grand Victorian architecture dominate much of North Edinburgh. And while at first glance you might think there&rsq... Read more »| 19 Sep 2009 -
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Edinburgh: Southside
Location Edinburgh’s Southside bursts with the city’s most iconic buildings and cultural institutions – from the stunning pink National Mu... Read more »| 18 Sep 2009 -
Students
Edinburgh: Leith
Juliet Buchan explores the sea shore with a trip down to Leith. Read more »| 18 Sep 2009 -
Food And Drink
The Ivy Bar
In its new more bohemian location of up-and-coming Finnieston, The Ivy finds home in a more hospitable locale than the windy inclines at Charing Cross. Forme... Read more »| 15 Sep 2009