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Unveiling a hidden gem of London’s music scene: The Holywell Collective

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Author: Anastaseea (Anastasia Gouli) Author IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsanastaseea/ Photographer: Richard Mukuze Based in the heart of Shoreditch, the Holywell Collective is a unique community that has become a haven for independent musicians and artists. The collective […]

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A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

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 [...]
Culture

The Future of UK Music Industry: 5 Reasons for Optimism.

Critical Overview: The Resilience of the UK Music Industry in the Face of the Pandemic As the UK approaches the one-year anniversary since the start of its first COVID-19 lockdown, it is clear that the [...]
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Suffolk Staycation: Embracing Local Tourism Amidst Global Crisis

A Critical Overview of Domestic Tourism in the UK during the Pandemic As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, traveling abroad has become increasingly challenging, prompting many individuals to seek local seasonal getaways. Camping and [...]
Culture

Meet singer-songwriter Seymour, her enigmatic lyrics and her journey in the music industry

Author: Anastaseea Author’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsanastaseea/ Photographer: @jamieleeculver In the diverse London music scene, Seymour, an emerging singer-songwriter and artist, is slowly but surely carving her space with her poignant lyrics and pop melodies. At 23, [...]
Culture

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

Critical Overview: Located within the Southbank Centre complex, the Hayward Gallery is a significant institution that is dedicated to showcasing contemporary and modern art. Along with other major art venues in the area such as [...]

Jeff Bezos Devotes Time to Building Multi-Billion Dollar Rockets

Business

29 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Bezos and Blue Origin’s Space Ventures Jeff Bezos, the world-renowned entrepreneur and founder of Amazon, recently took a bold step into space with Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket, just a month […]

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 […]

The UK and the Recognition of Palestine: A Diplomatic Tightrope

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7 August 2025 Comments Off

The protracted conflict between Israelis and Palestinians is a deeply entrenched geopolitical struggle, rooted in competing historical narratives, religious claims, and national aspirations. Its origins stretch back millennia, with both Jewish and Arab peoples holding […]

House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

The Journey Through Loss: Understanding the Five Stages of Grief

Mental health

7 August 2025 Comments Off

Grief is perhaps one of the most profoundly human experiences we will ever endure, a complex and often overwhelming cascade of emotions that can leave us feeling untethered and lost. We tend to associate it […]

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 [...]

Navigating Nationalism, Populism, and Anti-Immigration in the UK

7 August 2025 Comments Off

In an age where the scribble of a pen can repeal a law or statute, it can also condemn tens of thousands to starvation, the global political landscape is shifting with unnerving speed. The rise […]

Abortion in Northern Ireland: Politics and Law at Odds

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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.) […]

Rio’s Cancellation of Carnival Parade Leaves City in Bereft

29 July 2021 Comments Off

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the Rio Carnival to a halt, which has been celebrated for more than a century and continued even during the Spanish flu pandemic and both World Wars. Despite labor strikes, […]

Kew’s ‘Food Forever’ exhibit set for May 21st

Culture

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Kew Gardens will be hosting a summer programme in 2022, entitled Food Forever, that explores the impact of our eating habits on the planet. This event will include art installations, film screenings, talks [...]

Apple Releases Security Update for Major Security Vulnerability

Tech

26 August 2022 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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Unpacking the latest remote working trends

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in 2020, significantly impacted the global economy and forced many governments to institute massive quarantines, resulting in companies shifting to flexible or remote work setups. Consequently, remote work [...]

Technology

Next-Gen Consoles’ Influence on PC Gaming

29 July 2021 Comments Off

New Console Technologies for PC Gamers to Look Forward To PC gamers tend to be more interested in hardware launches from Nvidia and AMD, but there are good reasons to be interested in the new [...]

Celebrity

The Prince of Darkness Rests: A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

7 August 2025 Comments Off

In a world he helped define with thunderous riffs and an inimitable wail, John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness, has finally found peace. The news of his passing, at the age of 76, [...]

Study reveals downfall of nation’s beloved ketchup

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Al Pacino’s New Relationship with Younger Partner Raises Eyebrows and Fuels Discussions on Age Gap Relationships

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UK Mental Health Awareness Week 2024: Unmasking the Realities Behind the Hashtags

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Expert advice on achieving a brighter smile

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Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

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The Future of UK Music Industry: 5 Reasons for Optimism.

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Critical Overview: The Resilience of the UK Music Industry in the Face of the Pandemic As the UK approaches the one-year anniversary since the start of its first COVID-19 lockdown, it is clear that the [...]

Month: June 2023

Unveiling a hidden gem of London’s music scene: The Holywell Collective

A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

The Future of UK Music Industry: 5 Reasons for Optimism.

Suffolk Staycation: Embracing Local Tourism Amidst Global Crisis

Meet singer-songwriter Seymour, her enigmatic lyrics and her journey in the music industry

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

Murdered daughters’ search slow due to systemic racism, says mother.

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