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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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The War in Ukraine: A History, Putin’s Strategy, and Global Causes and Effects

The War in Ukraine started in 2014, when pro-Russian forces annexed Crimea, which was previously part of Ukraine. This sparked the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian government forces and pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine. The conflict [...]
Cuisine

Exploring the Unique and Flavorful Indian Jewish Cuisine

Preserving the Heritage of India’s Disappearing Jewish Communities: Exploring the Culinary Traditions and Architectural Legacy Introduction: India is home to five Jewish communities that are on the verge of disappearing. Despite being separated by geography [...]
Culture

London Pride Parade Chronicles UK’s LGBTQ+ Rights Struggle.

ritical Overview: The Pride Parade and the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights The Pride Parade scheduled to take place in London on July 6, is part of the global movement fighting for equal rights for the [...]
Africa

The Slow-Motion Collapse: The Real Impact of US Foreign Aid Cuts

The world is witnessing a slow-motion collapse of decades of progress, not onthe battlefield, but in clinics, schools, and villages across the globe. The US government, under the leadership of the current President, has spearheaded [...]
Culture

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

The question of whether we read less today is a complex one. On the surface, the notion that we are no longer a “reading society” seems plausible. We have become a culture of instant gratification, [...]

The Dangers of No-Fault Evictions in the UK

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17 May 2023 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Dangers of No-Fault Evictions in the UK No-fault evictions have been a common practice in the UK for years, leading to numerous cases of homelessness and housing insecurity. These evictions allow landlords […]

Latitude Festival: Emotional and Magical, With a Touch of Fright

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Dream Wife and Other Artists Perform at Latitude Festival 2021 Dream Wife’s guitarist, Alice Go, shared that the band had many dreams and nightmares about their first performance since January 2020. Despite her […]

Toshiba Stuck in Never-ending News Cycle from Hell

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Japanese conglomerate, Toshiba, has experienced a difficult week due to a series of unfortunate events, starting with the announcement that the Japanese government would not bail them out to prevent falling share […]

Architecture’s Next Innovation: Where Will It Come From?

Culture

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Analyzing the Need for Innovation in Architecture The COVID-19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement have forced us to question the role of architecture in society. Architecture needs to evolve to meet […]

Promoting mental health awareness: A week-long initiative

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview The Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) is an annual event that has been running for over two decades, with the aim of focusing on achieving good mental health across the UK. Hosted by […]

Google/Alphabet Do no evil?

18 July 2025 Comments Off

I find this latest update from Google & Alphabet quite interesting if not a little unsettling. The famous motto, later downgraded to mantra of, ‘Do No Evil’ has been removed in a recent update to […]

New weight loss pill promises dramatic results

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) has recommended the use of semaglutide, a new weight loss drug, on the NHS for people with at least one weight-related condition and a […]

Covid-19 and May 2021’s Impact on Mental Health

29 July 2021 Comments Off

The pandemic has had a significant impact on the UK, with widespread health, economic, and social consequences. In particular, the pandemic has led to a sharp increase in mental health needs in the population, with […]

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. [...]

The State of Racism in Modern Britain: Analyzing the Evidence.

Culture

29 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Inequality and Social Injustice Faced by Black and Minority Ethnic Groups in the UK To gain an understanding of the inequality and social injustice experienced by black and minority ethnic groups [...]

Travel

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The tradition of Hanami or cherry blossom viewing in Japan has a long history dating back to more than 1,000 years. The Japanese cherry tree, sakura, which is popular all over the country, [...]

Business

UK High Street Lost 11,000 Shops in 2020

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the retail sector in Great Britain has been significant, with over 11,000 outlets permanently closing their doors in 2020. Independent retailers and villages fared better than [...]

Global

A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

31 January 2025 Comments Off

The latest ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian territories surfaces from a confluence of factors that have necessitated a pause in hostilities. The escalation of violence had grave humanitarian impacts, drawing international outcry and calls [...]

Top Global Food and Drink Festivals

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Vlogger completes 850 consecutive days of running

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Stellar Collision: an innovative blend of neo-soul, r&b and electro-pop

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Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

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The Slow-Motion Collapse: The Real Impact of US Foreign Aid Cuts

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Tate Modern’s Evolution Over Time

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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 [...]

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Apple Releases Security Update for Major Security Vulnerability

The War in Ukraine: A History, Putin’s Strategy, and Global Causes and Effects

Exploring the Unique and Flavorful Indian Jewish Cuisine

London Pride Parade Chronicles UK’s LGBTQ+ Rights Struggle.

The Slow-Motion Collapse: The Real Impact of US Foreign Aid Cuts

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

Prince Harry Denies Plans to Publish Memoir After Queen’s Death

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

Energy Corporations Shedding Coal Assets as Public Demands for Clean Energy Grow

Viola Davis Faces Backlash for Her Portrayal of First Lady Michelle Obama, Sparking Debates on Race and Authenticity in Hollywood