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

23 June 2023 anastaseea Comments Off

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 […]

Culture

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 [...]
Cuisine

Revolutionize Dessert with this Cupcake Recipe

This recipe provides instructions for making cupcakes with buttercream frosting. The recipe specifies the required ingredients and steps to be followed to create the cupcakes. The instructions include a step-by-step guide, including preheating the oven [...]
Cuisine

Hearty Lentil Dhal with Spinach & Sweet Potato Recipe

Ingredients and Method for Thai Green Curry Ingredients: 225g new potatoes, cut into chunks100g green beans, trimmed and halved1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil1 garlic clove, chopped1 rounded tbsp or 4 tsp Thai green curry [...]
Technology

Rapid Advancement of Quantum Computing Technology in 2021

The Global Significance of Quantum Technology: Critical Overview The digital age is characterized by the growing importance of quantum technologies. As the world moves towards further digitalization, a revolution in quantum technology is on the [...]
Home

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

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 [...]

Latest Developments in UK Crime: Updates and Analysis

News

28 April 2022 Comments Off

A recent report by the Home Affairs Committee of the UK Parliament reveals that victims of drink spiking are often dismissed as having had “one too many” and thus, the crime remains under-reported. The report […]

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 […]

Why Sundance Film Festival Matters to Independent Cinema

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Sundance Film Festival is an important cultural event, which takes place every year in Park City, Utah. It is the most prestigious film festival in the United States and one of the […]

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion Thank Drake After OVO Fest

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Drake’s OVO Fest Surprise Guests On August 5th, Drake brought out a plethora of surprise guests during his OVO Fest performance, including Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. Despite Cardi B’s set being […]

Croydon Labour Group Faces Fine Following Breach of Financial Rules by Council

Politics

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Labour Group in Croydon Council Fined £14k for Election Law Breaches Introduction: The Electoral Commission has fined the Labour group in Croydon Council £14,000 for breaking election laws in advance of the borough-wide referendum on […]

UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

29 July 2021 Comments Off

The latest research from King’s College London indicates that birth rates in the UK are unlikely to increase despite the initial speculation of a post-pandemic baby boom. The study drew from a group of women […]

Fashion industry on the brink of transformation by Metaverse

28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

Beauty and the Beast: Untangling Toxicity in Gender Narratives

7 February 2025 Comments Off

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The World’s Most Electrifying Festivals: Your Ultimate Travel Guide

Culture

24 September 2025 Comments Off

Tired of the same old holidays? Craving a trip that doesn’t just show you a place, but lets you feel its true rhythm? Then it’s time to move beyond the usual tourist trails and dive [...]

NHS Staff in England Receive 3% Pay Rise Backdated to April

Home

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The announcement by the Department for Health and Social Care that NHS staff in England will receive a three per cent pay increase has caused controversy. The decision came after an expected Commons [...]

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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

WHO Warns of AI Risks for Healthcare

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: WHO Ethics Guidance on AI in Health The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released a new report, Ethics & Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health, which urges caution against overestimating the benefits of [...]

Culture

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. [...]

The UK and the Recognition of Palestine: A Diplomatic Tightrope

7 August 2025 Comments Off on The UK and the Recognition of Palestine: A Diplomatic Tightrope
Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show
Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight
Benin’s Fearless Female Warriors: Uncovering Africa’s Hidden History

28 April 2022 Comments Off on Benin’s Fearless Female Warriors: Uncovering Africa’s Hidden History
UK theatre industry sees cautious optimism for 2022

28 April 2022 Comments Off on UK theatre industry sees cautious optimism for 2022

In the Spotlight

Bitcoin Soars With Hopes of Wider Acceptance

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Positive Investor Comments and News of Potential Use by Amazon and Twitter Fuel a Cryptocurrency Surge Introduction: Cryptocurrencies have surged to the top of their recent ranges after a robust week of gains, with traders [...]

Month: June 2023

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

Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

Revolutionize Dessert with this Cupcake Recipe

Hearty Lentil Dhal with Spinach & Sweet Potato Recipe

Rapid Advancement of Quantum Computing Technology in 2021

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

The Gigawatt Question: Is Meta’s AI Mega Data Centre Proposal a Leap Forwards or Backwards

The Journey Through Loss: Understanding the Five Stages of Grief

Post-pandemic celebration: Brazil’s first Carnival 2022 kicks off

Hepatitis outbreak spreads among children in UK