
The Boredom Blog
Created back in 2019 The Boredom Blog is a platform for current Journalism student Megan Smith to share her current projects and assignments. She also explores her own passions here as well as her hopes for future careers within the Journalism background. When you have a lazy second take a look at the work she has written as well as her CV which can be found on her about me page.

DJs and dancers discuss how the UK Government have treated them during COVID-19
As the art sector continues to struggle under the pandemic DJ's like Alexandra Hearth and dance teachers such as Karen Yates speak to Megan.

CyberFirst and UK Government advert under fire from #savethearts
In the wake of the controversial advert released by CyberFirst Megan Smith speaks to aspiring arts students such as Amy Janette.

10 ways you could be using Twitter as a journalist in our tech-oriented world
Journalists across the globe have already started using Twitter to publish their stories and here's why you should too. Originally posted...

Log into the harassment of girl gamers
Imagine pressing the power button to your computer or console, loading up a game to spend the next couple of hours enjoying your free...

Review: Monster Prom 2: Monster Camp, a promising future for the franchise
After playing the second interval of this monster multiplayer dating simulator the humour and excitement is still ever present for this...

Top 10 role-playing games of the last 10 years
What are the most popular role-playing games (RPG) of the last 10 years according to reviews on MetaScore? The games showcased can be...

Vampyr: A worthwhile experience or wasted hours?
I played Vampyr to find out more about this in-depth vampire game and think that you should too. Vampyr, a game released in 2018 by...

Aspiring actors inspiring dream to become like his heroes
Aspiring actor, Ethan Wood explains his dream to catch his ‘big break’ and what acting meant to him while growing up.

What Was University Freshers This Semester?
As Prime Minister Boris Johnson applies a curfew of 10PM across

My Journalism Thoughts and Aspirations For Year Two
Starting my second year at Birmingham City University after the crisis of COVID-19.

The Importance Of Clean Air To Those With Asthma
COVID-19 postpones the Clean Air Zone in Birmingham until 2021 however the importance of this project remains for those with asthma. As...

How Video Games Are Keeping Us Close While Social Distancing
As the UK is forced to stay at home away from their friends and families many have taken to gaming to socialise.

Dudley Council Meeting Makes Plans For Next Year's Spending
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council addresses their funding plans and problems for this year and the next.

Consoles And Gaming Increase In Popularity Due To The COVID-19 Pandemic
Games have become increasingly popular after coronavirus causes many to stay indoors and social distance to battle the pandemic.

Merry Hill Closes Non-Essential Shop Doors To Stop COVID-19
Shopping Centre: Merry Hill, closes all non-essential stores and Restaurants after last night's announcement by Prime Minister Boris Johnson

'Close the Schools' Trends On Twitter In the UK After First COVID-19 Conference
Twitter tag trends in the UK of 'CLOSE THE SCHOOLS' after today's first COVID-19 update by the Prime Minister; Boris Johnson which urges man

NHS Mental Health Treatment Times Are Getting Longer
As more people contact the NHS in concern of their mental health so does the wait time of those who are waiting for treatment.

So What Happened At the Public Hearing Into Crowded Trains?
More questions than answers at today's public hearing held by West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner as train companies West Midlands R

Scottish Designers New Collection Puts Spin on Shetland Tradition
Scottish designer: Charles Jeffrey reveals his new 'Loverboy' collection which unique designs were inspired by historic Shetland festivals.






















