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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 […]

Travel

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

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, [...]
Technology

WHO Warns of AI Risks for Healthcare

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 [...]
Entertainment

Radio Personality Tim Westwood Faces Allegations of Sexual Misconduct and Abuse of Power

Critical Overview DJ Tim Westwood, a prominent figure in the British music industry, has been accused of sexual misconduct by seven women, all of whom are black. The allegations, which include claims of unwanted sexual [...]
Home

House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space

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 [...]
Culture

Devotion by Design: Italian Altarpieces before 1500

National Gallery: 6/6/2011 – 2/10/2011 Free, Photo from the National Gallery website. Religion and Art This exhibition serves manifold purposes it glorifies the exquisite, rich and ornate depictions of Italian alter pieces prior to the […] […]

The Ultimate Guide to Nurturing Your Mental Health

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The Ultimate Guide to Nurturing Your Mental Health The Lowdown Maintaining your mental health is an essential part of living a happy and fulfilled life. It encompasses the way you feel about yourself, your relationships, […]

Choosing the Best Smart Speaker for Your Needs: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Amazon and Alexa Devices in the Age of Big Tech

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Critical Overview Smart speakers with Alexa built-in have become increasingly popular, providing users with a convenient and efficient way to control their smart homes and access a wide range of information and entertainment services. While […]

UK High Street Lost 11,000 Shops in 2020

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Critical Overview: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the retail sector in Great Britain has been significant, with over 11,000 outlets permanently closing their doors in 2020. Independent retailers and villages fared better than […]

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

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28 April 2022 0

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 […]

Jake and Dinos Chapman: Jake or Dinos Chapman

Culture

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White Cube Mason’s Yard: 15/7/2011 – 17/09/2011 Free, Photos found on internet. Hell on Earth Transported into a world in which for a moment the absurd and the taboo are meshed like atoms confronting each […] […]

Experience the Excitement: Rio Carnival 2022

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Critical Overview Rio de Janeiro’s carnival is a renowned event that showcases a culture of joy, flamboyance, and sensuality. It is an annual tradition that attracts tourists from all over the world, generating substantial revenue […]

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Tony Morgan: Some films (and videos) 1969 to 1973

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Thomas Dane Gallery: 09 Dec – 29 Jan 2012, Free, Photo from gallery website Background The work comprises a highly visual and stylised investigation into the heterotopic world of artifice created by the camera apparatus. […] […]

Experts Recommend the Top Diets for 2022

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A Critical Overview of the Mediterranean Diet as the Best Overall Diet Introduction: The Popularity of the Mediterranean Diet As the New Year comes with new resolutions, lifestyle changes, and health plans, the Mediterranean diet […]

Google/Alphabet Do no evil?

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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 [...]

Proposal to make Extra UK Bank Holiday Monday Could Become Permanent

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The unclaimed benefits, tax discounts, and food vouchers in the UK have reached a staggering £15 billion annually. This figure is derived from online benefits calculators as the government does not track how [...]

Politics

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

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

28 July 2021 0

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

Rich Nations Close to Tech Tax Deal

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: The French and German finance ministers have expressed optimism that a global agreement to put an end to the “race to the bottom” on corporate taxation is imminent, with the G7 countries being [...]

In the Spotlight

UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

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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 [...]

Month: June 2023

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

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

WHO Warns of AI Risks for Healthcare

Radio Personality Tim Westwood Faces Allegations of Sexual Misconduct and Abuse of Power

House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space

Devotion by Design: Italian Altarpieces before 1500

A Moment of Reflection: Time for a Change

Rising Cost of Living in the UK: Impacts and Solutions

Asus Unveils Quirky New Hotdog-Shaped Monitor, Raising Questions on the Role of Design in Technology and Consumer Preferences

Passive income: The new hustle in 2022