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

9 December 2012 Culture Editor 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. […] […]

The Mystery of Appearance

7 December 2012 Culture Editor Comments Off

Haunch of Venison, London, free, 07 Dec – 18 Feb 2012 In the company of masters This was an excellent show containing paintings of different styles each artist being a master of their medium. On […] […]

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

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 [...]
Cuisine

Spice Up Your Life

To better understand the fire cracker that is the humble chilli one needs to look at its origins and how it came to be an essential part of the global diet. Human migration, colonialism, and [...]
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OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

The Tech Gist OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, has told Congress that government intervention is needed to regulate the risks of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Altman proposed creating a regulatory agency to licence the most [...]
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The Verdant Sanctuary: Cultivating Wellness through Green Wisdom

In an age defined by digital saturation and the relentless “toil” of modern existence, our internal landscapes often mirror the cluttered, high-velocity environments we inhabit. We are increasingly aware of how the constant stream of [...]

Surviving The European Heatwave in 2026

Europe

26 June 2026 0

The Summer the Sky Turned Molten In late June 2026, the reassuring cliché of the “pleasant British summer” evaporated entirely. Western Europe found itself pinned beneath a meteorological vice known as an Omega block—a high-pressure […]

The Great Fruit Odyssey: Unlocking the World’s Most Extraordinary Fruit for the Most Discerning Foodies

Cuisine

8 June 2026 2

Modern Western food culture is often locked in a monopoly of convenience. If you walk into any high-street supermarket in the United Kingdom, the fresh produce aisle presents a familiar, highly uniform display: cosmetic apples, […]

Caribbean Cuisine: Try the Delicious Eskovitch Recipe

Cuisine

28 April 2022 0

Exploring the Culinary Art of Jamaican Escovitch Fish Recipes The Jamaican cuisine is widely celebrated for its bold and diverse flavors. Among its popular dishes is the escovitch fish, which is prepared by seasoning, frying, […]

Agadir Unveiled: The Atlantic Jewel of the Maghreb

Africa

8 April 2026 0

A Journey of Sun, Sand, and Soul Forget what you think you know about Moroccan getaways. While Marrakesh pulses with an almost frantic energy, Agadir—perched gracefully on the Atlantic coast—offers a different kind of magic. […]

Tate Modern’s Evolution Over Time

Culture

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: The transformation of the Bankside Power Station into the Tate Modern, a separate gallery for international modern and contemporary art in London, was initiated by the Tate Trustees in December 1992. The selection […]

Labour’s First Year: A ‘Horribilis Annus’ in the Making?

The Honeymoon’s Over: Labour’s Stuttering Start to Power Twelve months ago, the Labour Party, under the leadership of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, swept into power on a wave of public disillusionment with the previous [...]

UK Black Lives Matter: Amplify our voices, we’re still ignored.

28 July 2021 0

The Diminishing Black Lives Matter Movement in the UK Introduction: In this article, we will discuss the status of the Black Lives Matter movement in the UK, particularly after the peak of protests in the […]

The Ultimate Guide to Nurturing Your Mental Health

17 May 2023 0

The Ultimate Guide to Nurturing Your Mental Health The Lowdown Maintaining your mental health is an essential part of living a happy and fulfilled life. It encompasses the way you feel about yourself, your relationships, […]

The 2026 Petro-Shock: War in the Gulf and the Fragile Global Ledger

8 April 2026 0

A High-Stakes Gambit in the Strait of Hormuz—Can Diplomacy Avert a Multi-Trillion Dollar Collapse? The geopolitical fault lines of the Middle East finally ruptured on 28 February 2026. What began as coordinated strikes by United […]

Dating in 2021: Honesty Over Ghosting

You

29 July 2021 0

Single people have found themselves in a difficult position during the COVID-19 pandemic. With social distancing eliminating many opportunities to meet new people, many people have had to adapt to virtual dating. However, this trend [...]

A Quiet Place Part II: 4K Ultra HD Review

Entertainment

29 July 2021 0

A Quiet Place Part II: Is the Tense Sequel Worth the Hype in 4K Ultra HD? The Movie: Monster Action and Solid Scares After the successful launch of A Quiet Place, horror-movie lovers were excited [...]

Cuisine

Predicting the Top Global Food Trends for 2022

28 April 2022 0

An Analysis of Emerging Food Trends in 2022 Critical Overview As the world gradually recovers from the pandemic, the food industry has begun exploring new food trends that offer customers new culinary experiences while considering [...]

Travel

Discovering the Far East

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: The Southeast Asian region, comprising of Burma, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and The Philippines, is a unique and exceptional area. The region is rich in cultural diversity and has a [...]

Culture

Hollywood Flops of 2026 and All Time

26 June 2026 1

The Beautiful, the Damned and the Box Office Bomb Making movies is, by all reasonable accounts, is a form of collective endeavour and creative effort akin to childbirth. You can gather the most visually arresting [...]

In the Spotlight

The New East: Why Bangkok is the Final Frontier for the Eurovision Machine

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The Eurovision Song Contest has always been a beautiful, glittering paradox. Born in 1956 as a technocratic experiment by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) to test the limits of live international broadcasting, it has morphed [...]

Month: December 2012

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

The Mystery of Appearance

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

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

Spice Up Your Life

OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

The Verdant Sanctuary: Cultivating Wellness through Green Wisdom

Pablo Bronstein: Sketches for Regency Living

The Silicon Sovereign: Mapping the Hegemony of the Algorithmic Age

Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

Artificial Intelligence and Workplace Friction