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28 August 2022 content editor Comments Off

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Apple Releases Security Update for Major Security Vulnerability

26 August 2022 content editor Comments Off

A Little (rot) Insecurity in the Apple Core On August 17th & 18th 2022 Apple Inc. released security updates for multiple products and devices to address security vulnerabilities across their tech estate including macOS Monterey, […]

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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 [...]
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The UK Pendulum Shifts Further to the Right?

A quiet unease has settled across the United Kingdom, a low hum of discontent that, for many, has become the dominant chord in a national contrapuntal moment. Is the the UK is becoming more racist? [...]
Business

Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

Critical Overview: Branson’s Flight to the Edge of Space Sir Richard Branson, a prominent UK businessman, is currently fulfilling his long-standing ambition of flying to the edge of space aboard his Virgin Galactic rocket plane. [...]
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Experts Announce Best Diet for 2021

Critical Overview: Every year, the U.S. News & World Report publishes a list of the healthiest diets to follow based on the opinions of a panel of health experts and nutritionists. In 2021, the Mediterranean [...]
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Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

A Critical Overview of BOYS: Exploring Masculinity through Collaborative Theatre BOYS is a theatrical performance that presents a fresh exploration of masculinity, using a collaborative and immersive approach to create an ethnically diverse ensemble of [...]

Havana’s Nightlife: Top Bars, Clubs & More

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Nightlife in Havana, Cuba As the sun sets, Havana’s vibrant nightlife comes alive, characterized by the blaring music, the thronged streets, and lively pockets of the city eager for a night of revelry. […]

Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of UK Cabinet Reshuffle The recent cabinet reshuffle conducted by Prime Minister Boris Johnson has received much attention, particularly in light of the expectation for increased diversity among the new cabinet members. […]

A Brief History of Grime Music

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Grime Music – An Urban Phenomenon Grime music, originating in the early 2000s from the east London council estates, was initially dismissed by many as alien music, with lyrics in an incomprehensible language. […]

COVID-19 pandemic linked to surge in depression rates

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: A new scientific review conducted by researchers at Bath University reveals that during the first lockdown in March 2020, the prevalence of depression in the UK surged from 4% to 32% of the […]

Apple Releases Security Update for Major Security Vulnerability

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Exploring the Vatican Museums: A Journey Through Art and History

28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of the Vatican Museums’ Art Collection The Vatican Museums, founded by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century, are home to one of the world’s greatest art collections. It was expanded […]

Boris Johnson Declares War on Cancel Culture

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The UK government plans to address the issue of cancel culture by introducing the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Bill. The legislation aims to ensure free and open debate on university campuses in […]

Margot Robbie to Star as Barbie in Upcoming Live-Action Film, Sparking Controversy and Conversations on Beauty Standards in the Entertainment Industry

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The iconic Mattel doll, Barbie, will soon be brought to life on the big screen in a live-action movie directed by Greta Gerwig, featuring Margot Robbie in the lead role. The teaser image […]

Clubbing and Covid passports: balancing safety and civil liberties.

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28 July 2021 Comments Off

The Impending Controversy of Mandatory Vaccinations for Club Entry On 19 July 2021, at 00:01, nightclubs in England were able to reopen after more than a year of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, [...]

Meta ramps up US store openings to drive Metaverse agenda

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has recently announced the launch of its first brick-and-mortar retail store, the Meta Store. The store will offer a range of Meta’s physical products, including [...]

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EastEnders 2021 Preview: 12 Spoilers to Watch For

29 July 2021 Comments Off

The beloved British soap opera EastEnders had a highly eventful Christmas with some shocking revelations, unexpected romance, a murder, and some blasts from the past, setting the stage for a highly-anticipated 2021. The executive producer, [...]

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China’s Covid Nightmare Continues: Is the World Doomed to Repeat 2020?

28 April 2022 Comments Off

The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopausal Women: Addressing the Supply Crisis Introduction: The Significance of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopausal Women Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a crucial treatment option for women experiencing [...]

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Theatre’s Resilience: Overcoming COVID-19’s Impact.

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Will Theatre Survive COVID-19? The impact of COVID-19 has led to questions about whether theatre will survive. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s remarks and Helen Lewis’s article in The Atlantic added to the growing concerns. [...]

Elon Musk’s Bid to Acquire Twitter: Examining the Implications of Billionaire Ownership on Social Media and Society

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Android 13 Beta Release Reignites Big Tech Debate

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Fueling Your Body Right: The Power of Eating Well

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Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

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Apple Releases Security Update for Major Security Vulnerability

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

The UK Pendulum Shifts Further to the Right?

Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

Experts Announce Best Diet for 2021

Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

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

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

New weight loss pill promises dramatic results

UK theatre industry sees cautious optimism for 2022