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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 […]

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 [...]
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Navigating Nationalism, Populism, and Anti-Immigration in the UK

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 [...]
Home

Smart Homes: Back in the Agenda

The Appeal of Smart Home Technology in the UK: GfK Study Results GfK, a research firm, released the results of its annual Smart Home Study UK this week, indicating that the Covid-19 pandemic has revived [...]
Culture

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

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 [...]
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. [...]

Unpacking the latest remote working trends

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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 […]

Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

Business

17 May 2023 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in DebtNewchip Accelerator, a startup creator in Austin, Texas, rebranded as Astralabs, declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy, due to accruing some $4.8 million in debt, reportedly exceeding its $1.7 […]

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, […]

Love Island 2021: Schedule and Details

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Love Island’s Casa Amor gets messier as postcard exposes contestants’ secrets. Liberty throws away a Casa Amor postcard, but the postcard may reveal the boys’ adventures with the new girls to their original partners in […]

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 […]

Wireless Technologies Widely Used for IoT Applications

Critical Overview: IoT Wireless Technology The Internet of Things (IoT) is a ubiquitous term in the tech world, although, the majority of the non-tech populace remains unaware of their connection with it. IoT technology connects [...]

Hearty Lentil Dhal with Spinach & Sweet Potato Recipe

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Ingredients and Method for Thai Green Curry Ingredients: 225g new potatoes, cut into chunks 100g green beans, trimmed and halved 1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 rounded tbsp or 4 […]

Elon Musk ‘Rather Hates’ Being CEO of Tesla

29 July 2021 Comments Off

An Examination of Elon Musk’s Disdain for Leadership at Tesla and the Alleged Pressure to Purchase SolarCity Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has revealed his aversion to the role of boss within the […]

Hayward Gallery to host ‘In the Black Fantastic’ exhibit on June 29th

28 April 2022 Comments Off

From 29 June to 18 September 2022, the Hayward Gallery will present In the Black Fantastic, the UK’s first major exhibition dedicated to the work of Black artists who use fantastical elements to address racial […]

WHO Warns of AI Risks for Healthcare

Technology

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 [...]

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

Travel

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, [...]

Cuisine

Savouring Wellness: Unpacking the Health Benefits of the West African Diet

19 July 2025 Comments Off

Savouring Wellness: Unpacking the Health Benefits of the West African Diet A Symphony of Flavors and Nutrients: Decoding Nigeria’s Culinary Landscape In a world increasingly seeking nutrient-dense, wholesome foods, the traditional West African diet, particularly [...]

Business

Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

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Business

Where to Invest Your Money: Navigating the UK’s Economic Crosscurrents

7 August 2025 Comments Off

The financial landscape in the United Kingdom presents a complex challenge for savers and aspiring investors. A confluence of economic headwinds – sluggish wage growth, a property market increasingly out of reach for many, persistent [...]

Unpacking the latest remote working trends

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Dwayne Johnson Laughs at Vin Diesel’s Comments on Fast & Furious Feud

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Dwayne Johnson Laughs at Vin Diesel’s Comments on Fast & Furious Feud
French Election Results: A Harbinger of a Contentious Second Round and Implications for the Left

28 April 2022 Comments Off on French Election Results: A Harbinger of a Contentious Second Round and Implications for the Left
A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

31 January 2025 Comments Off on A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire
Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

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In the Spotlight

Police Federation Ties Strained Via Home Secretary Priti Patel

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Rank-and-File Police Officers Express Overwhelming Support for Vote of No Confidence in Home Secretary Priti Patel The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW), which represents approximately 130,000 officers, has made a scathing announcement denouncing [...]

Month: June 2023

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

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

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

Smart Homes: Back in the Agenda

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

Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

Beyoncé Announces the Renaissance World Tour 2023

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

UK High Street Lost 11,000 Shops in 2020