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Turner Prize 2010

5 October 2010 culture Comments Off

Turner Prize 2010, London, United Kingdom The good, the bad and the ugly The adage is well worn and familiar but in this year’s Turner Prize 2010, does it hold true? Perhaps a slightly reworked […] […]

Culture

ICA’s History and Impact

Critical Overview The Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) holds an esteemed place in the pantheon of London’s cultural institutions. Established in 1946 by a group of prominent art figures including Geoffrey Grigson, Roland Penrose, Herbert [...]
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Ulez Expansion Could Cost £130m, Confirms Sadiq Khan

Costs and Controversy Surrounding London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone Expansion The expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) is set to cost Transport for London (TfL) between £120-£130m by October, as revealed by London Mayor, Sadiq [...]
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The Architect of Austerity? Labour’s Identity Crisis in the Age of Pragmatism

The honeymoon period for Sir Keir Starmer’s administration did not just end; it evaporated. Following a landslide victory in July 2024, the Labour Party inherited a nation weary of “Polycrisis,” yet the mandate for “Change” [...]
Business

Oil and Gas Industries Show Signs of Resilience in the Face of Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

Critical Overview On April 7, 2022, DTEK CEO Maxim Timchenko held a press briefing to discuss Ukraine’s energy security and the country’s efforts to replace Russian energy supplies. The briefing focused on generating electricity and [...]
Entertainment

Dwayne Johnson Laughs at Vin Diesel’s Comments on Fast & Furious Feud

Buckle up, Fast & Furious fans, because the feud between Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Vin Diesel is hotter than a street race in Havana. The two co-stars have reportedly been at odds for a [...]

Experience the Excitement: Rio Carnival 2022

Travel

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Rio de Janeiro’s carnival is a renowned event that showcases a culture of joy, flamboyance, and sensuality. It is an annual tradition that attracts tourists from all over the world, generating substantial revenue […]

Tony Morgan: Some films (and videos) 1969 to 1973

Culture

9 December 2012 Comments Off

Thomas Dane Gallery: 09 Dec – 29 Jan 2012, Free, Photo from gallery website Background The work comprises a highly visual and stylised investigation into the heterotopic world of artifice created by the camera apparatus. […] […]

Mexico: A Revolution in Art, 1910-1940

Culture

6 July 2013 Comments Off

6 July – 29 September 2013, Royal Academy, London. 10.00 GBP About the show An exhibition which show cases the art in Mexico between 1910 and 1940 revealing the beauty and brutality of revolution and […] […]

A Web of Illusion: Is the Internet Still the Internet?

Culture

24 September 2025 Comments Off

The internet was once a digital playground, a boundless frontier for exploration and fun. The dream, born from military research by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), was of a decentralised network that could […]

World Cup 2022: Schedule, Expectations, and England’s Prospects

Travel

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: Italy’s victory over England in the Euro 2020 championship was sealed through a penalty shootout, ending the final match with a score of 3-2. Following the game, England manager Gareth Southgate shouldered the […]

Notting Hill Carnival 2021: Celebrating Culture Amidst a Pandemic

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: Rio de Janeiro’s carnival is known for its resilience against wars, diseases, and political turmoil, but the pandemic has forced its indefinite suspension, greatly affecting the city and its residents. Since its inception […]

Pandemic Diets: Nourishing or Unhealthy?

29 July 2021 0

The Comfort Eating Trend during Lockdown: An Academic Perspective The COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdown measures have brought about significant changes to our daily routines, including disruptions to work and school schedules, social isolation, and […]

Abortion in Northern Ireland: Politics and Law at Odds

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: An Examination of Abortion Reform in Northern Ireland The history of abortion reform in Northern Ireland has been a contentious issue. In 2019, the UK Parliament passed the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation etc.) […]

Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Elon Musk recently acquired a 9.2% stake in Twitter, as announced in a filing on Monday. Musk’s purchase, which was worth $2.9 billion as of the end of trading on Friday, made him [...]

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

Travel

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: Djibouti, a small and arid desert country in eastern Africa, is overshadowed by its much larger neighbors, Somalia and Ethiopia. Despite its size, Djibouti’s strategic location along the Red Sea and in close [...]

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EU chief rejects Boris Johnson’s plea to renegotiate Irish protocol.

28 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: The current dispute over the Northern Irish protocol between the United Kingdom and the European Union (EU) has escalated after the UK proposed changes to the Brexit deal. However, Ursula von der Leyen, [...]

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Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

24 September 2025 Comments Off

The internet promised us everything we ever wanted. A world of infinite knowledge, instant connection, and endless entertainment, all at our fingertips. Yet, in this new golden age of information, it has also given us [...]

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England out of lockdown: “I want to dance” says public, but at what cost?

28 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: The British government has lifted all pandemic restrictions in England, including rules on mask-wearing and social distancing, amid warnings from scientists that this move will further fuel an already surging pandemic and risk [...]

In the Spotlight

Exploring the unknown: What happens when we die?

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A Critical Overview of What Happens to Your Body After Death Death has always been shrouded in mystery, as it marks the transition from life to an unknown state of being. However, forensic experts have [...]

Month: October 2010

Turner Prize 2010

ICA’s History and Impact

Ulez Expansion Could Cost £130m, Confirms Sadiq Khan

The Architect of Austerity? Labour’s Identity Crisis in the Age of Pragmatism

Oil and Gas Industries Show Signs of Resilience in the Face of Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

Dwayne Johnson Laughs at Vin Diesel’s Comments on Fast & Furious Feud

The World’s Most Electrifying Festivals: Your Ultimate Travel Guide

NHS Staff in England Receive 3% Pay Rise Backdated to April

Hayward Gallery to host ‘In the Black Fantastic’ exhibit on June 29th

Suffolk Staycation: Embracing Local Tourism Amidst Global Crisis