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UK Mental Health Awareness Week 2024: Unmasking the Realities Behind the Hashtags

29 May 2024 content editor Comments Off

As UK Mental Health Awareness Week rolls around again, brace yourself for a tidal wave of hashtag activism, feel-good celebrity endorsements, and your aunt’s newfound passion for sharing mindfulness quotes on Facebook. While the spectacle […]

Technology

Exploring the Undercurrents of the Gig Economy: Uncovering the Dark Side of Flexible Work Arrangements and Its Impact on Workers’ Well-being

Critical Overview: According to a new report by Gig Workers Rising, companies like Lyft and Uber are offering minimal assistance to the families of their employees who have been murdered on the job. The report [...]
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 [...]
Entertainment

Latitude Festival: Emotional and Magical, With a Touch of Fright

Critical Overview: Dream Wife and Other Artists Perform at Latitude Festival 2021 Dream Wife’s guitarist, Alice Go, shared that the band had many dreams and nightmares about their first performance since January 2020. Despite her [...]
Culture

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

Critical Overview: Located within the Southbank Centre complex, the Hayward Gallery is a significant institution that is dedicated to showcasing contemporary and modern art. Along with other major art venues in the area such as [...]
Culture

The World’s Most Electrifying Festivals: Your Ultimate Travel Guide

Tired of the same old holidays? Craving a trip that doesn’t just show you a place, but lets you feel its true rhythm? Then it’s time to move beyond the usual tourist trails and dive [...]

Biden Approves Implementation of Drone Tracking Technology

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

The Biden administration recently released the “Domestic Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems National Action Plan”, calling on Congress to authorize more law enforcement agencies to access drone tracking systems. The White House’s proposal aims to expand the […]

A Brief History of Grime Music

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Grime Music – An Urban Phenomenon Grime music, originating in the early 2000s from the east London council estates, was initially dismissed by many as alien music, with lyrics in an incomprehensible language. […]

The Dangers of No-Fault Evictions in the UK

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17 May 2023 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Dangers of No-Fault Evictions in the UK No-fault evictions have been a common practice in the UK for years, leading to numerous cases of homelessness and housing insecurity. These evictions allow landlords […]

2021 Horoscope Overview: What to Expect

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Astrology for 2021: Overview Horoscopes As we move into 2021, we leave behind the astrological challenges of the previous year and look forward to rebuilding and improving our lives. The astrology for 2021 promises a […]

Discovering the Beauty of Jardin Majorelle in Africa

Travel

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 […]

Hayward Gallery to host ‘In the Black Fantastic’ exhibit on June 29th

28 April 2022 Comments Off

From 29 June to 18 September 2022, the Hayward Gallery will present In the Black Fantastic, the UK’s first major exhibition dedicated to the work of Black artists who use fantastical elements to address racial […]

Notting Hill Carnival 2021: Celebrating Culture Amidst a Pandemic

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

Tech Giant Apple Enlists Union-Busting Legal Teams in Latest Move Against Workers’ Rights

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview The article reports on the efforts of Apple to oppose the unionization of its retail workers with the Communications Workers of America, with the assistance of anti-union lawyers at Littler Mendelson. Although Apple […]

Still Playing for the Throne: Why Game of Thrones Endures

Entertainment

19 July 2025 Comments Off

The Unwritten Rules: How Game of Thrones Broke the Mold and Stayed Relevant It’s been a minute since the final credits rolled, yet Game of Thrones still slays. This isn’t just nostalgia; it’s a testament [...]

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 [...]

Entertainment

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

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 [...]

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UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 [...]

Travel

Rio’s Cancellation of Carnival Parade Leaves City in Bereft

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, [...]

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

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Exploring the unknown: What happens when we die?

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

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Nintendo Confirms Delay of Super Mario Movie, Leaving Fans Anticipating Further Updates on Production Progress

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Book Early: 15 Glamping Sites for Summer 2021.

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Critical Overview: The Importance of Booking Early for Glamping in 2021 The opening statement urges those interested in glamping to make reservations early. This trend is attributed to the increased popularity of staycations and a [...]

Month: May 2024

UK Mental Health Awareness Week 2024: Unmasking the Realities Behind the Hashtags

Exploring the Undercurrents of the Gig Economy: Uncovering the Dark Side of Flexible Work Arrangements and Its Impact on Workers’ Well-being

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

Latitude Festival: Emotional and Magical, With a Touch of Fright

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

The World’s Most Electrifying Festivals: Your Ultimate Travel Guide

UK Black Lives Matter: Amplify our voices, we’re still ignored.

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

Stellar Collision: an innovative blend of neo-soul, r&b and electro-pop

Rapid Advancement of Quantum Computing Technology in 2021