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

29 January 2023 Content Editor 0

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 […]

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Pandemic reshapes world economy, highlights inequality and government failures.

A Critical Overview of the Global Economic Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on the global economy, with nearly every country affected. As governments struggle to contain the virus, businesses [...]
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Have We Reached Creative Saturation Point?

Music remains humanity’s most immediate medium of expression—an ephemeral tapestry constructed from tones, cultures, production, history, memory, emotion and sheer musical expression. Yet a persistent anxiety haunts contemporary cultural discourse and the latest charts: the [...]
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Fashion industry on the brink of transformation by Metaverse

Critical Overview Fashion is an industry that has always been in flux, but recent technological developments have brought about new changes. One such development is the use of digital fashion, which is clothing that exists [...]
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Bucket-List Drives: High Speed and Unmatched Scenery

There is something undeniably liberating about getting behind the wheel, blasting out your favourite playlist and hitting the open road. Whether you are piling the kids into a spacious SUV, setting off on a romantic [...]
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Celebrating the United Kingdom: A Wonderful World of British Culture

Pack your bags, or fuel up your car and fire up your sense of adventure. Prepare for the ultimate staycation spectacular! There has never been a better time to explore the United Kingdom. With the [...]

Make Packing Hassle-Free with the Best Packing Cubes

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17 May 2023 0

Travel Overview: Make Packing Hassle-Free with the Best Packing Cubes Prepping for a trip can be daunting, but one thing that can make it much easier is choosing the right packing cubes. With the help […]

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

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17 May 2023 0

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 […]

Masters of the Menu: A Celebration of Culinary Craft, Culture, and Nutrient-Dense Heritage from the Restaurant to the Screen

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22 May 2026 0

Food is the ultimate time machine. It is the only art form that engages all five senses simultaneously while telling the story of human migration, climate shifts, economic survival, and tribal identities. Long before modern […]

Clubbing and Covid passports: balancing safety and civil liberties.

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28 July 2021 0

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, […]

Queer theatre debuts ‘Daddy’, a groundbreaking play

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Jeremy O. Harris’ play Daddy, directed by Danya Taymor and first staged off Broadway in 2019, explores the complex issues of race, money, and art patronage in contemporary America. The play’s central feature […]

Abortion in Northern Ireland: Politics and Law at Odds

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.) [...]

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

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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, […]

UK Faces Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Shortage: Causes and Consequences

28 April 2022 0

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a game-changer for many women going through menopause. It helps alleviate the often-debilitating symptoms that can make life feel like a never-ending battle with hot flushes and night sweats. So […]

Sonia Boyce shines at Venice Biennale 2022 as British Afro-Caribbean artist

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The Venice Biennale has recently gained a great deal of attention, with both Golden Lions, the top honours at the event, being awarded to Black women artists for the first time in history. […]

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

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29 July 2021 0

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 [...]

The Fragile Equilibrium: Global Economic Outlook for Q3 and Q4 2026

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The global economy is entering the second half of 2026 locked in a high-stakes balancing act. The initial, optimistic predictions of a smooth return to pre-pandemic normality have been entirely dismantled by sticky structural fragmentation, [...]

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

29 July 2021 0

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 [...]

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Pandemic reshapes world economy, highlights inequality and government failures.

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A Critical Overview of the Global Economic Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on the global economy, with nearly every country affected. As governments struggle to contain the virus, businesses [...]

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Sonia Boyce shines at Venice Biennale 2022 as British Afro-Caribbean artist

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House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space

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Critical Overview The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the UK property market, with buyers looking for larger homes after being confined to smaller spaces during lockdown. Property website Zoopla suggests that this [...]

Month: January 2023

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

Pandemic reshapes world economy, highlights inequality and government failures.

Have We Reached Creative Saturation Point?

Fashion industry on the brink of transformation by Metaverse

Bucket-List Drives: High Speed and Unmatched Scenery

Celebrating the United Kingdom: A Wonderful World of British Culture

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Book Early: 15 Glamping Sites for Summer 2021.

The Fragile Equilibrium: Global Economic Outlook for Q3 and Q4 2026

The UK’s New Digital Wall: The Battle Over Pornography Age Checks