Every year from the 14th of November I begin an over-a-month-long rewatch of my favourite festive movies. Some I watch by myself, Some I watch with my friends some I watch on early December mornings with my dad and others I watch with my whole family. No matter who is joining me, I must watch this list of roughly 40 (and counting) Christmas films every year to feel I have completed the Christmas season. So here follows my completely unbiased list of the TOP FIVE FESTIVE FILMS to get you in the holiday spirit – even if you have mocks to prepare for.
Hidden Costs of Doing What You Love
“Do what you love.” “Do what you enjoy.” “Do something that makes you happy.” This is the advice we grow up hearing – from teachers, parents, motivational speakers, and Pinterest quotes. It sounds perfect: simple even. Find the one thing that sparks joy and build your entire life around it. A hopeful formula for success and happiness. But behind this well-meaning mantra lies a quieter truth: turning passion into obligation comes with hidden costs we rarely discuss.
How SLT Celebrates the Holidays
From Icelandic trolls to explosive turkeys, our team’s festive traditions span cultures and continents. As the festive season approaches, we asked members of the Student Leadership Team to share the unique rituals, heartwarming, hilarious, and occasionally hazardous, that make this time of year special for them and their families. Here’s how we celebrate.
Did the NHS Just Make Beating Cancer Quicker?
Let’s face it – when you think of cancer treatment, you most likely imagine long hours hooked to an IV drip, surrounded by beeping machines and sterile hospital smells. But what if your local hospital told you that, for thousands of cancer patients, this tedious experience is about to be turbo-charged into a quick 5 minute jab?
Christmas Cartoon
Christmas Cartoon by UP Artistic Director, Erica Polley.




