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

23 June 2023 anastaseea 0

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

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

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 [...]
Cuisine

Fueling Your Body Right: The Power of Eating Well

Eating a balanced diet is fundamental to maintain good health and optimize wellbeing. It is established that a healthy diet requires consuming an adequate amount of food and drink, including diverse nutrients in the right [...]
Culture

Martin Creed, Hauser Wirth

Hauser and Wirth, 21 January – 5 March 2011, London, UK Mothers, 21 January – 5 March 2011 On view: ‘Work no. 1092, 2011’ – an oversized rotating neon sign of the word ‘MOTHERS’. The […] […]
Politics

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

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 [...]
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China’s Covid Nightmare Continues: Is the World Doomed to Repeat 2020?

The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopausal Women: Addressing the Supply Crisis Introduction: The Significance of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopausal Women Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a crucial treatment option for women experiencing [...]

UK’s marijuana legislation under scrutiny

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Medical cannabis was legalized in the United Kingdom in November 2018, though the program has been criticized for issues with patients’ access to medicine and approval. The country’s Misuse of Drugs Act of […]

The Algorithmic Office: Predictive Economics and the Great AI Rationalisation

Business

1 May 2026 0

The corporate world is currently navigating a period of “Creative Destruction” that makes the 1990s internet boom look like a minor software update. By April 2026, the initial “wow factor” of generative AI has curdled […]

The Spanner in the Works: Mandelson, Epstein, and the Fracturing of the Starmer Project

Corruption

8 April 2026 0

When High-Stakes Diplomacy Meets Low-Level Scandal—A Government at the Brink The trajectory of the Labour government, since taking office in July 2024, has shifted from a promise of “stability” to a protracted war of attrition […]

Celebrating the United Kingdom: A Wonderful World of British Culture

Culture

8 June 2026 0

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 […]

EastEnders 2021 Preview: 12 Spoilers to Watch For

Entertainment

29 July 2021 0

The beloved British soap opera EastEnders had a highly eventful Christmas with some shocking revelations, unexpected romance, a murder, and some blasts from the past, setting the stage for a highly-anticipated 2021. The executive producer, […]

Notting Hill Carnival 2021: Celebrating Culture Amidst a Pandemic

Critical Overview: Rio de Janeiro’s carnival is known for its resilience against wars, diseases, and political turmoil, but the pandemic has forced its indefinite suspension, greatly affecting the city and its residents. Since its inception [...]

UK theatre industry sees cautious optimism for 2022

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The Covid-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the performing arts industry, leading to the closure of venues, cancellation of shows and significant financial losses. In recent months, there has been an […]

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Martin Creed, Hauser Wirth

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Hauser and Wirth, 21 January – 5 March 2011, London, UK Mothers, 21 January – 5 March 2011 On view: ‘Work no. 1092, 2011’ – an oversized rotating neon sign of the word ‘MOTHERS’. The […] […]

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Mona Hatoum, Suspended & Bunker

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reviewed 01 April 2011, London, United Kingdom Mona Hatoum, Bunker, Whitecube Mason’s Yard, 25 Feb – 2 Apr 2011 This exhibition features a varied composition of art work employing both sculpture and installation discussing contemporary […] […]

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 [...]

Energy Corporations Shedding Coal Assets as Public Demands for Clean Energy Grow

Business

28 April 2022 0

A Critical Overview of Energy Companies’ Sell-off of Fossil Fuel Assets The current urgency of climate change mitigation has led to the acceleration of emissions reduction targets by energy companies worldwide. As a result, many [...]

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The Ghost in the Silicon: AI Demystified

20 April 2026 0

The hype cycle is exhausting, isn’t it? We are currently drowning in a sea of “unprecedented” breakthroughs and “existential” threats, all served up with a side of corporate messianism. One day, AI is the benevolent [...]

Entertainment

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

29 July 2021 0

Buckle up, Fast & Furious fans, because the feud between Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Vin Diesel is hotter than a street race in Havana. The two co-stars have reportedly been at odds for a [...]

North America

Google/Alphabet Do no evil?

18 July 2025 Comments Off

I find this latest update from Google & Alphabet quite interesting if not a little unsettling. The famous motto, later downgraded to mantra of, ‘Do No Evil’ has been removed in a recent update to [...]

In the Spotlight

The Itch For More Zeros. Six Zeros is Simply Not Enough

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We have witnessed the death of modest aspiration. There was a time, perhaps late last century, when a comfortable suburban semi-detached house, an annual trip to the Mediterranean, and a fully paid pension were the [...]

Month: June 2023

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

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

Fueling Your Body Right: The Power of Eating Well

Martin Creed, Hauser Wirth

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

China’s Covid Nightmare Continues: Is the World Doomed to Repeat 2020?

Why Sundance Film Festival Matters to Independent Cinema

Rising cost of living strains household budgets

Britain’s Surprise Economic Growth Beats Projects in 2026

Silicon Valley’s Settlements and Payouts