Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard is facing scrutiny from antitrust investigators in several countries. In the US, for instance, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) started looking into the acquisition shortly after it was announced. Now, the FTC is reportedly ready to take action and will likely file an antitrust lawsuit to block Microsoft’s…
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Google’s high-end earbuds have only been on shelves for a few months, but they’re already getting some price drops ahead of Black Friday. The wireless buds have seen their price plummet for the sale, with Amazon taking £30.99 – or 17% – off the initial £179.99 RRP. At the new price of £149 these are…
The cost of living crisis in the UK has had a huge impact on so many of us. If you’re struggling with money at the moment, here are 20 things you can do to keep up with the rising prices. Credit: Bogdanovich_Alexander, Adam Gilchrist – Shutterstock With inflation hitting a 40-year high in 2022, keeping…
As living costs continue to soar, the National Student Money Survey 2022 reveals the huge impact that the cost of living crisis is having on students. Credit: Linda Bestwick – Shutterstock Now in its tenth year, the National Student Money Survey consistently shows that the government’s funding for students is lacking. Save the Student was…
If you’re worried about how you’ll pay your energy bills this winter, here’s all the help with gas and electricity that students can get. Credit: Before i Go (shower), Eightshot_Studio (graph), rawf8 (radiator) – Shutterstock There are countless reasons for the current energy crisis that’s being felt in the UK and across the world. We’re…
Looking for cheap (or even free) theatre tickets? Before splashing out on an expensive ticket, read these tips. You could save a fortune. Credit: antpkr, suriya yapin, VikiVector, 4zevar – Shutterstock Going to the theatre is such a treat. But when you’re faced with prices of £100+ to see your favourite plays and musicals, it’s…
There’s no end of options when it comes to the best music streaming services. But which is the best, and how can you save money on your subscription? Credit: Prostock-studio (man), Kjpargeter (soundwave), Lifestyle Travel Photo (background) – Shutterstock Music, podcasts and sometimes even audiobooks too – streaming services can satisfy all of your audio…
Recycling is so important. But it’s not always easy to get right. Here are the key things to know about recycling – starting with what you can (and can’t) recycle. Credit: Krakenimages.com, Juliann – Shutterstock Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. We all know these are the key ways to cut down on waste. Sometimes, though, it feels…
Do you ever find you’re spending way too much on shoes? We know the feeling, and we’re here to help you shop better. Find the brands you love, just cheaper… It’s so hard to stay in style as a uni student when you’re skint, but that doesn’t mean you have to go without! To help…
If you want to safely browse the web or watch geo-blocked Netflix content, you’ll need a Virtual Private Network (VPN). We’re here to show you the best ones on a budget. Credit: ViDI Studio, vladwel, Angsle – Shutterstock Internet security is important, such as for online banking and password protection. Using a VPN when surfing…