Charlie Coombs

Senior Remote Writer Bristol, UK

I’m Charlie (He/Him), a Senior Remote Writer at Thred. I was previously the Editor at Thred before moving to Bristol in 2024. As a music and gaming enthusiast, I’m a nerd for pop culture. You can find me curating playlists, designing article headline images, and sipping cider on a Thursday. Follow me on Twitter, LinkedIn and drop me some ideas/feedback via email.

Hi, I’m Charlie, and I’m a Remote Writer at Thred.

I was previously the Editor at Thred before moving to Bristol in 2024.

As a music enthusiast I’m a bit of a nerd, particularly for pop culture news and album releases, and whenever I’m not making visuals for our website or editing articles for Jamie I can usually be found crafting playlists and making art on Photoshop.

A proud tea binge-drinker who’s worn my habits off on the rest of the office, I’m never one to say no to an end-of-week beverage.

 

Latest Stories from Charlie

Millie Bobby Brown pushes back against overly-critical press

Millie Bobby Brown pushes back against overly-critical press

The Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown has responded to media criticism of her appearance, rightfully likening her treatment to bullying. Millie Bobby Brown has clapped back at recent articles and stories discussing her appearance, describing it as not journalism but ‘bullying’ instead. She has been doing the rounds over the past few weeks to promote her new film The Electric State. Brown also appeared at the SAG and Brit...

By Bristol, UK
Charli XCX wins five Brit Awards for Brat

Charli XCX wins five Brit Awards for Brat

Charli XCX won five Brit Awards this year, taking home best artist, album and song of the year. Her victory lap is a testament to authentic pop music and reflects Brat’s meteoric rise to mainstream success in 2024. The musician and artist Charli XCX has swept up the accolades at this year’s Brit Awards, taking home five trophies including best artist, album and song of the year for ‘Guess.’ While accepting...

By Bristol, UK
Private commercial vehicle Blue Ghost lands on the Moon

Private commercial vehicle Blue Ghost lands on the Moon

Blue Ghost becomes the second commercial vehicle to ever land on the Moon. Launched by US firm Firefly Aerospace, the project is a collaboration between NASA and several private companies. Another space vehicle has successfully made the trip between Earth and the Moon. Blue Ghost was launched on January 15th 2025 as part of a collaboration between US firm Firefly Aerospace, NASA and several other private companies. The project intends...

By Bristol, UK
Katy Perry to be launched into space on Blue Origin flight

Katy Perry to be launched into space on Blue Origin flight

Following the release of her ‘143’ album, Katy Perry will be flung into space as part of an upcoming all-women flight on Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket. Singer and pop star Katy Perry will be heading to space early this year alongside Jeff Bezos’ fiancée Laure Sanchez, as well as CBS presenter Gayle King, former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen and film producer Kerianne...

By Bristol, UK
New trend sees TikTokers poke fun at millennial burger chains

New trend sees TikTokers poke fun at millennial burger chains

The latest online generational feud is directed at ‘rustic’ millennial burger chains, with TikTokers hopping on to the trend to poke fun at all their distinct quirks. It’s funny, if not extremely accurate. Another week, another generational battle of cringe. The previous TikTok trend saw Gen Zers poking fun at cave divers and their apparent desire to fit into any gap imaginable, seemingly out of nowhere and for no particular...

By Bristol, UK
Research finds smartphones linked to depression and anxiety

Research finds smartphones linked to depression and anxiety

A new study reported by NPR shows that taking two week breaks from the internet and your smartphone can improve your mood as effectively as medication. Here’s yet another study that suggests our smartphones and constant internet access may be causing us excessive levels of anxiety and depression. According to a new article by NPR, researchers at the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Alberta in...

By Bristol, UK
Why are so many musicians calling off shows and tours?

Why are so many musicians calling off shows and tours?

Drake has just announced he is cancelling the remainder of his Australia and New Zealand tour, with some debate as to whether he truly sold out every show. He isn’t the first to do so, either. What gives?  Drake’s team has stated that all remaining shows on his Australia and New Zealand tour are to be cancelled. In a statement provided to Rolling Stone AU/NZ, a representative confirmed that the...

By Bristol, UK
Gen Z seemingly fuelling recent boost in running events

Gen Z seemingly fuelling recent boost in running events

TCS London Marathon says it has seen a 105% increase in Gen Z entries this year, which seems to reflect a growing boom in running with young people.  Running is all the rage with Gen Z, it seems. Big events like the TCS London Marathon have experienced a massive spike in attendance and entries over the last few years, while brands such as Nike, Adidas and Lululemon are all investing in...

By Bristol, UK
New research suggests Gen Z see internet access as human right

New research suggests Gen Z see internet access as human right

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed that most individuals aged between 18 and 28 consider internet access as a ‘human right.’ The study was conducted in the UK.  New research indicates that Gen Z regard internet access as a basic human right on a similar level to other necessities such as food and water. Conducted in the UK, 2,000 adults between the ages of 18 and 28 were surveyed. Over 50%...

By Bristol, UK