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25 Years Later: Get Shorty
Tue 20 Oct 2020John Travolta picked up a Golden Globe for his performance in this film, but was it deserved? Screen Co-Editor George White finds out...
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Local Promoters Now Offering To Sell Your Soul for £666
Fri 16 Oct 2020In a move that would make Rishi Sunak and the government's new careers advice service proud, Nottingham-based music promoters I’m Not From London have diversified into beer, book publishing and satanic rituals…
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Nottingham Arts and Culture Venues Given Government Funding Lifeline with Culture Recovery Fund
Mon 12 Oct 2020Seventeen organisations have received combined funding totalling over £4.5 million to help with post-COVID recovery...
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Burra Khana Have Got a Tantalizing New Menu - And You Can Get a Mega Discount
Fri 09 Oct 2020Delicious and discounted? Yes please.
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Nusic Advice Video: How to Smash Your Branding as a Musician
Wed 07 Oct 2020In 2020, branding yourself well as a musician is real important. It's no longer just the major labels that are thinking about it. As an independent artist - you should spend time working out what your brand is, and how best to communicate that brand - as it'll help you reach your musical goals.
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Road to Recovery: Hospitality Venues on How Nottingham BID Helped Them Through COVID
Mon 05 Oct 2020With the hospitality industry in the most precarious state it’s been in for a generation, we catch up with five of Nottingham’s most popular venues and organisations to find out they’re thoughts on the ever-changing Government policies, adapting to life post-lockdown and the important role the Nottingham Business Improvement District has played in supporting the sector...
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How to get hold of a copy of LeftLion #128
Sat 01 Aug 2020Our magazine is back in print. But because so many venues are still closed you might find it a little harder to get hold of a copy than you did before. However, here’s some tips of where you can find it and few new ways you can get your hands on a copy
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Film Review: Ride Your Wave
Tue 21 Jul 2020Following a wave of successful recent anime film releases in the UK, this charming new animated feature makes its digital debut...
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Nottingham Grassroot Venues Turn to Fans for Support During Lockdown
Fri 26 Jun 2020Amy Allen explores the lockdown’s impact on our favourite local haunts, as well as a national campaign that’s looking to support them…
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Flying Home During COVID: Your Stories of Getting Back to Notts During Coronavirus
Mon 22 Jun 2020Those who had holidays booked as the COVID crisis began to escalate were faced with a difficult decision: to go ahead with their plans and risk getting sick or stranded, or give up their hard-earned holidays and take the financial hit. But for some, the situation was out of their control, as they were already abroad by the time the health crisis had become a serious issue. With panic starting, misinformation spreading and lockdown looming, they faced a ticking clock to get back to the UK before it was too late…
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Nusic Advice Video: Sorting Your Merch in Lockdown
Wed 03 Jun 2020Merch can arguably earn unsigned musicians more dollar than anything else (at the start of your career). In this vid, we talk designing, manufacturing, plus selling your merch. JLS also make an appearance. As does Mark in a wig. He’s not in JLS.
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NHS @ 70: The Organisation Collecting Your Stories, Memories and Opinions of the NHS
Sat 16 May 2020
Up until recently, it’s fair to say that many of us have been guilty of taking the NHS for granted. But as the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the country, stretching the health service to its absolute limits, you can’t help but feel that, as a nation, we’re finally starting to truly understand the value of what we’re lucky to have. One organisation was well-ahead of the curve on the appreciation front, however, as the NHS at 70: The Story of Our Lives project has been collating stories, memories and experiences of the NHS for a few years, and 2020 has seen them focus their attention on the East Midlands. We talk to Oral History and Public Engagement Coordinator James McSharry to find out more...
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Get involved in the #CloughChallenge
Tue 12 May 2020It's time to show your love on social media for Brian Clough, one of Nottingham's best-loved rebels. May 2020 marks the anniversary of his two greatest achievements. Please join us in celebrating his life by taking part in the #CloughChallenge...
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Notts Street Art: A Checklist for Your Daily Walk
Sat 09 May 2020Hands up if you're missing the whole heap of real-world culture that Notts has to offer? I think it's safe to say we all are. But while we stay safe and stay home, there is one artistic offering still available from this city. So the next time you’re on your daily walk, run or cycle, take a minute to look around at the art pieces that aren’t in galleries or on our screens, but sit on Nottingham’s walls, buildings and side streets...
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Love Your Locals: How to Support Your Independents in Their Time of Need
Tue 28 Apr 2020We’re a city with a long and proud history of independence, and currently boast one of the most diverse, active and eclectic independent business communities in the country. Unfortunately, the ongoing health crisis has resulted in many of them being among the hardest hit, and the majority of Nottingham’s independents have had to either close their doors or find creative ways to stay afloat until things return to normal. While these are obviously times of financial uncertainty for many of us, there are still ways that you can support your local independent businesses without leaving the house…
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3 Lucy and Lentils Recipes You Can Make With Cupboard Ingredients
Sun 26 Apr 2020When things get stressful in life, a plate of proper grub will always help ease the stress. After all, food is one of the best ingredients in life for comfort. If you’re struggling to make sense of the cans in your cupboard, then fear not – Lucy and Lentils has put together three recipes that you can easily cook at home and can make plenty of for the family too.
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Nusic Advice Video: How to Smash Your Time in Lockdown
Tue 14 Apr 2020We asked a load of NG faces their top three tips on how to stay sane and productive in lockdown - here's what they said. Well, those who got back to us...
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Create Your Own Spa Day at Home
Tue 14 Apr 2020Just because you haven’t worn makeup in weeks or your beard is verging on the bushy side, it doesn’t mean you can’t give yourself a little TLC. Self-care is more important than ever, so we’re guiding you through how to throw the ultimate spa day experience at home....
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Get Busy: The Ultimate Self-Isolation To Do List
Mon 13 Apr 2020We don’t know how long this self-isolation lark is going to last, so we may as well make the best of a bad situation. After all, there’s only so much Netflix you can watch. While we appreciate that this is a time of stress for many, we’ve come up with some suggestions for how those who are feeling the strain of being stuck indoors can fight the boredom...
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Your Disco Needs You! How to support Nottingham's LGBT+ Community
Tue 07 Apr 2020It’s a bad time for many things at the moment as Nottingham remains in lockdown. There are so many jobs, performers, charities, communities and sex workers that are at risk...
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COMPETITION: Create Your Own LeftLion Cover
Mon 06 Apr 2020Ever fancied having a crack at a LeftLion cover? Well now's your chance...
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10 Years Later: How to Train Your Dragon
Sat 04 Apr 2020As it reaches its tenth anniversary, this action-packed Viking comedy proves it itself to be an age-old family classic...
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6 Items to Buy for Your Nottingham-Themed Cheeseboard
Thu 26 Mar 2020With every passing day we're getting closure to sunshine and picnic weather. This year, we're gonna pass on shop-bought spreads and create our own, locally-sourced board full of Notts goodies. Here's what we'll be plucking from the shelves...
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6 Nottingham Venues with a History of Murder, Poison and Intrigue
Wed 11 Mar 2020From T C Hine to Watson Fothergill, Nottingham has had more than its fair share of renowned architects leaving their stamp on the city’s skyscape. But beyond the outer beauty of the structures they created lie stories of deceit, murder, poison and intrigue. These are the weird and wonderful true stories from some of Nottingham’s most stunning historic buildings...
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Blues Lift Cup in City Ground Showdown
Sat 07 Mar 2020Last week saw Arsenal take on Chelsea in the Continental Cup Final. Our guy Cristian Bratu was at the City Ground to catch all the action.
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