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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 […]

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Migrant Crisis: Smuggling Gangs, Boats, and Political Point Scoring

Critical Overview: The issue of migrants crossing borders and falling prey to organised crime gangs has reached record levels, causing widespread concern. Dr Nooralhaq Nasimi’s personal account of his journey fleeing the Taliban in Afghanistan [...]
Entertainment

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

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. [...]
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OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

The Tech Gist OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, has told Congress that government intervention is needed to regulate the risks of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Altman proposed creating a regulatory agency to licence the most [...]
Culture

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

The question of whether we read less today is a complex one. On the surface, the notion that we are no longer a “reading society” seems plausible. We have become a culture of instant gratification, [...]
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Beauty and the Beast: Untangling Toxicity in Gender Narratives

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

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19 July 2025 Comments Off

The AI Illusion: Is “Artificial Intelligence” Just a Buzzword for Billion-Dollar Bets? Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, not content with merely shaping our social realities, is now embarking on an ambitious, perhaps audacious, quest: the construction of […]

Johnny Depp Likens Himself to Quasimodo Amid Ongoing Legal Battles and Public Scrutiny on His Personal Life

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Examining Johnny Depp’s Testimony in the Amber Heard Trial Johnny Depp, one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, is currently engaged in a lawsuit against his ex-wife Amber Heard. The lawsuit, which was filed in 2019, accuses […]

Sagrada Familia: The Iconic Temple of Barcelona

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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 […]

Experience the Excitement: Rio Carnival 2022

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

Venice Biennale 2022: A celebration of contemporary art

Culture

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview The 59th Venice Biennale is the latest edition of a grand international exhibition of contemporary art, which takes place in Venice, Italy. With 213 artists from 58 countries and countless official and unofficial […]

Queer theatre debuts ‘Daddy’, a groundbreaking play

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Jeremy O. Harris’ play Daddy, directed by Danya Taymor and first staged off Broadway in 2019, explores the complex issues of race, money, and art patronage in contemporary America. The play’s central feature […]

Deja Vu at the Multiplex: Is Hollywood Flogging a Dead Franchise, or Just a Very, Very Tired Horse?

19 July 2025 Comments Off

The Hollywood Rehash: When “If It Ain’t Broke” Meets “Are You Out of Your Minds?” Ah, Hollywood. The land of dreams, red carpets, and, increasingly, the same damn movies. We get it. If something works, […]

Labour’s First Year: A ‘Horribilis Annus’ in the Making?

19 July 2025 Comments Off

The Honeymoon’s Over: Labour’s Stuttering Start to Power Twelve months ago, the Labour Party, under the leadership of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, swept into power on a wave of public disillusionment with the previous […]

Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

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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 [...]

French Election Results: A Harbinger of a Contentious Second Round and Implications for the Left

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Emmanuel Macron’s re-election victory marks a historic moment in French political history, as he is the first French president to win re-election while still leading his own government. However, despite his convincing victory [...]

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Android 13 Beta Release Reignites Big Tech Debate

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Google has announced the release of the first public beta of Android 13 for users of compatible Pixel devices. While the company is expected to unveil more information about the update at its [...]

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7 September 2022 Comments Off

My personal inspirational leader, that fancy blogger from Nantes, got up really early this morning. She was active, slim, and adored pear spiced latte in October, mint latte in April, yet drank only black coffee [...]

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Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

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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. [...]

Cannabis Cuisine: Discovering the Best Edibles on the Market

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Rising Start-Up Trends: Analyzing the Future of Entrepreneurship and its Impacts on Society

28 April 2022 Comments Off on Rising Start-Up Trends: Analyzing the Future of Entrepreneurship and its Impacts on Society
Which Billionaire is Winning the Space Race?

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Which Billionaire is Winning the Space Race?
Beauty and the Beast: Untangling Toxicity in Gender Narratives

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UK’s marijuana legislation under scrutiny

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Smart Homes: Back in the Agenda

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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 [...]

Month: June 2023

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

Migrant Crisis: Smuggling Gangs, Boats, and Political Point Scoring

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

OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

Beauty and the Beast: Untangling Toxicity in Gender Narratives

Sex Workers Fear for Their Future Amid Coronavirus Lockdowns

Latest Developments in UK Crime: Updates and Analysis

A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

Theatre’s Resilience: Overcoming COVID-19’s Impact.