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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 […]

Art

Iconic Female Actresses: A Guide to Cinematic Royalty

Hollywood, and the global film industry is built on a foundation of talent and star power that is unequalled. But sometimes, it’s the sheer, unshakeable presence of an actress that truly makes a character iconic. [...]
News

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 [...]
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Apple curbs Genius store recruitment amid downsizing

Critical Overview: Apple Inc. has reportedly slowed down its hiring process for certain retail positions, specifically for its Genius technical-support roles. The tech giant has informed some stores that it will not be filling Genius [...]
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The Missile Chessboard: Ukraine’s Brutal Brinkmanship and the West’s Unsteady Hand

The Ghost of Empires Past: Ukraine’s War and the Unfolding Geopolitical Drama The war in Ukraine is not merely a contemporary conflict; it is a brutal, visceral manifestation of historical grievances, geopolitical ambition, and a [...]
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Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?

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. [...]

Rio’s Cancellation of Carnival Parade Leaves City in Bereft

Travel

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, […]

Sagrada Familia: The Iconic Temple of Barcelona

Travel

28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of the Sagrada Familia: Barcelona’s Iconic Basilica The Sagrada Familia is widely recognized as the symbol of Barcelona, attracting millions of visitors from around the world each year. The Expiatory Temple of […]

COVID-19 pandemic linked to surge in depression rates

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: A new scientific review conducted by researchers at Bath University reveals that during the first lockdown in March 2020, the prevalence of depression in the UK surged from 4% to 32% of the […]

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

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Prince Harry’s Memoir Publication Announcement The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, announced earlier this week that his first memoir is set to be published by Penguin Random House in late 2022. […]

Rock Squalid – Will Smith Award Winning Punch

Entertainment

28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Will Smith’s Altercation with Chris Rock at the Oscars The 94th Academy Awards ceremony was marred by an altercation between Hollywood actor Will Smith and presenter Chris Rock. Rock made a […]

Discovering the Beauty of Jardin Majorelle in Africa

Critical Overview: Jardin Majorelle is a highly popular tourist attraction in Morocco, originally purchased by French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in 1980 with the intention of preserving the original vision of [...]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

World Cup 2022: Schedule, Expectations, and England’s Prospects

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Italy’s victory over England in the Euro 2020 championship was sealed through a penalty shootout, ending the final match with a score of 3-2. Following the game, England manager Gareth Southgate shouldered the […]

A Web of Illusion: Is the Internet Still the Internet?

Culture

24 September 2025 Comments Off

The internet was once a digital playground, a boundless frontier for exploration and fun. The dream, born from military research by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), was of a decentralised network that could [...]

Margot Robbie to Star as Barbie in Upcoming Live-Action Film, Sparking Controversy and Conversations on Beauty Standards in the Entertainment Industry

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The iconic Mattel doll, Barbie, will soon be brought to life on the big screen in a live-action movie directed by Greta Gerwig, featuring Margot Robbie in the lead role. The teaser image [...]

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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 [...]

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

28 July 2021 Comments Off

Examining the Role of Race in the Slow Response to the Disappearance and Murder of Two Women by the Police The slow response of the police to the disappearance and subsequent murder of Bibaa Henry, [...]

Business

UK Working Class to Bear the Burden as Petrol Prices Soar

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: On Monday, experts warned MPs on the Treasury Select Committee that the recent invasion of Ukraine by Russia could result in a significant increase in petrol and diesel prices. The committee was also [...]

Spice Up Your Cooking with the Nigerian Suya Meat Recipe

28 April 2022 Comments Off on Spice Up Your Cooking with the Nigerian Suya Meat Recipe
Where to Invest Your Money: Navigating the UK’s Economic Crosscurrents

7 August 2025 Comments Off on Where to Invest Your Money: Navigating the UK’s Economic Crosscurrents
UK High Street Lost 11,000 Shops in 2020

29 July 2021 Comments Off on UK High Street Lost 11,000 Shops in 2020
Exploring the unknown: What happens when we die?

28 April 2022 Comments Off on Exploring the unknown: What happens when we die?
Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

24 September 2025 Comments Off on Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

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Step into the ‘Dr Who: Time Fracture’ immersive experience

by content editor in Culture Comments Off on Step into the ‘Dr Who: Time Fracture’ immersive experience

Critical Overview: Doctor Who: Time Fracture Doctor Who: Time Fracture, an immersive experience located near Bond Street Station in London, is produced by Immersive Everywhere in collaboration with the BBC. The warehouse setting is transformed [...]

Month: June 2023

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

Iconic Female Actresses: A Guide to Cinematic Royalty

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

Apple curbs Genius store recruitment amid downsizing

The Missile Chessboard: Ukraine’s Brutal Brinkmanship and the West’s Unsteady Hand

Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?

Our Artful Brain, Changes and a Cunning Old Man

UK House Prices Reach Six-Year High in 2020

Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

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