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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 […]

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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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COVID-19 pandemic linked to surge in depression rates

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 [...]
Culture

Bafta TV Awards 2021: Full list of winners and nominees

Critical Overview The Bafta Television Awards are a highly anticipated event that celebrates the best television productions and performances of the year. The list of winners and nominees for the main categories at this year’s [...]
Travel

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

Critical Overview: Djibouti, a small and arid desert country in eastern Africa, is overshadowed by its much larger neighbors, Somalia and Ethiopia. Despite its size, Djibouti’s strategic location along the Red Sea and in close [...]
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UK Health Secretary Hancock Under Scrutiny

A Reflection on Ministerial Scandals and the Memory of the Major Government The recent scandal involving a Tory Cabinet minister and his alleged extramarital affair, publicized by tabloids, is evocative of the sleaze that tarnished [...]

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

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29 January 2023 Comments Off

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 […]

Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

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. […]

New weight loss pill promises dramatic results

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) has recommended the use of semaglutide, a new weight loss drug, on the NHS for people with at least one weight-related condition and a […]

Toshiba Stuck in Never-ending News Cycle from Hell

Tech

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Japanese conglomerate, Toshiba, has experienced a difficult week due to a series of unfortunate events, starting with the announcement that the Japanese government would not bail them out to prevent falling share […]

Actress Thandie Newton Reportedly Removed from Magic Mike 3 Cast, Sparks Debate on Hollywood’s Gender and Age Bias

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Thandiwe Newton, the 49-year-old actress, was recently spotted kissing Lonr., a 25-year-old musician, in Malibu, California. This comes after reports of her split from her husband, Ol Parker, surfaced in the media. The […]

Bodybuilding: A lifeline for my survival

A Critical Overview of Dave Bautista’s Relationship with Bodybuilding Dave Bautista, a successful actor known for his roles in Guardians of the Galaxy and Dune, attributes his success and mental health to his love for [...]

Discovering the Beauty of Jardin Majorelle in Africa

28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

Netflix Announces Magical Harry Potter News

16 May 2023 Comments Off

Gossip Commence: Netflix Announces Magical News Hold on to your broomsticks, fellow Potterheads! The wizarding world we all know and love is coming to Netflix UK and Ireland on May 17th! That’s right, all eight […]

Venice Biennale 2022: A celebration of contemporary art

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 […]

Exploring the Unique and Flavorful Indian Jewish Cuisine

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Preserving the Heritage of India’s Disappearing Jewish Communities: Exploring the Culinary Traditions and Architectural Legacy Introduction: India is home to five Jewish communities that are on the verge of disappearing. Despite being separated by geography [...]

Exploring the Vatican Museums: A Journey Through Art and History

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of the Vatican Museums’ Art Collection The Vatican Museums, founded by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century, are home to one of the world’s greatest art collections. It was expanded [...]

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Bafta TV Awards 2021: Full list of winners and nominees

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview The Bafta Television Awards are a highly anticipated event that celebrates the best television productions and performances of the year. The list of winners and nominees for the main categories at this year’s [...]

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Jack Dorsey Speaks Out Against Potential Twitter Takeover, Highlighting the Need for Independent Social Media Platforms in a Digital World Dominated by Tech Giants

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Jack Dorsey, former CEO of Twitter, recently shared his support for Elon Musk’s acquisition of the social media platform for $44 billion USD. Through a series of tweets, Dorsey expressed his belief that [...]

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Expert advice on achieving a brighter smile

28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Teeth Whitening Tips for a Brighter Smile Teeth whitening is a common cosmetic dental procedure that has gained significant popularity in recent years. According to a study conducted by the American [...]

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

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The Prince of Darkness Rests: A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

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Top Global Food and Drink Festivals

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Savers Rejoice as Interest Rates Rise, but Remain Calm

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Savers Rejoice as Interest Rates Rise, but Remain Calm
OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

17 May 2023 Comments Off on OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

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Green Spaces Boost Mental Health Alongside Nature

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Critical Overview: Access to Nature and its Link with Mental Health The coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the importance of green spaces for city dwellers’ mental health and well-being. Ecologists and psychologists are currently investigating the [...]

Month: June 2023

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

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

COVID-19 pandemic linked to surge in depression rates

Bafta TV Awards 2021: Full list of winners and nominees

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

UK Health Secretary Hancock Under Scrutiny

Gen Z: Crusaders for Gender Equality

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

Rio’s Cancellation of Carnival Parade Leaves City in Bereft

Experience the Excitement: Rio Carnival 2022