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

18 May 2025 Content Editor Comments Off

Author: Anastaseea Photographer: Benji Wilson London-based artist abs is steadily carving out a space for herself in the UK neo-soul and R&B scene, as she blends funk, hip-hop and electro-pop sounds in a way that […]

Business

Hormuz Straits Effects Global Market Oil Supply Chains

The tectonic plates of global energy and commerce have shifted. Since the eruption of hostilites on 28 February 2026, the Strait of Hormuz has transformed from a vital artery of trade into a geopolitical tourniquet. [...]
International

Pope Condemns Travelling Abroad to Escape Coronavirus Lockdowns

A Critical Overview: Pope Francis Condemns Travelers Escaping Covid-19 Lockdowns In his weekly noon blessing, Pope Francis has voiced his disappointment and criticized individuals who chose to travel abroad to evade government restrictions and enjoy [...]
Business

Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

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 [...]
Culture

Architecture’s Next Innovation: Where Will It Come From?

Critical Overview: Analyzing the Need for Innovation in Architecture The COVID-19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement have forced us to question the role of architecture in society. Architecture needs to evolve to meet [...]
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AI 101 A Glossary

Get up to speed on AI Concepts below. AI is an evolving space and constantly changing with every new frontier. If you feel there’s something missing. Have your say and submit a contribution or drop [...]

Delicious and Healthy: Try These Vegan Sandwich Ideas

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The Best Vegan Sandwich Combinations Many people struggle to find suitable sandwich fillings during Veganuary, as most classic sandwich combinations are based on meat and dairy. However, vegan sandwiches can be a joy […]

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

Culture

24 September 2025 Comments Off

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, […]

10 Ways to Harmonise AI with a Balanced Life

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11 May 2026 0

The integration of Artificial Intelligence into our daily existence is often framed through the lens of productivity, yet some of its most profound potential lies in the realm of personal well-being. As we navigate an […]

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

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28 April 2022 0

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 […]

Experts Announce Best Diet for 2021

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29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: Every year, the U.S. News & World Report publishes a list of the healthiest diets to follow based on the opinions of a panel of health experts and nutritionists. In 2021, the Mediterranean […]

Hormuz Straits Effects Global Market Oil Supply Chains

The tectonic plates of global energy and commerce have shifted. Since the eruption of hostilites on 28 February 2026, the Strait of Hormuz has transformed from a vital artery of trade into a geopolitical tourniquet. [...]

Turner Prize 2010

5 October 2010 Comments Off

Turner Prize 2010, London, United Kingdom The good, the bad and the ugly The adage is well worn and familiar but in this year’s Turner Prize 2010, does it hold true? Perhaps a slightly reworked […] […]

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

28 April 2022 0

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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Serpentine Summer Pavilions 2012

1 June 2012 Comments Off

1 June – 14 October 2012, Serpentine Gallery London A potent concoction Ai Wei Wei (AWW), an adept artist with an acute sense of form, composition and visual rhythm acclaimed for his political activism formerly […] […]

Just who is Andy Burnham?

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8 July 2026 0

[Update 9th July 2026]: Al Carns Steps back to support Andy Burnham.In British politics, what is left unsaid is frequently far more consequential than what resounds on the tabloids or backbenches. As the United Kingdom [...]

Green Spaces Boost Mental Health Alongside Nature

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29 July 2021 0

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 [...]

Business

Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a significant crisis for businesses across the globe. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports that almost 400,000 UK companies closed in 2020, with a further 250,000 [...]

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Proposal to make Extra UK Bank Holiday Monday Could Become Permanent

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 [...]

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Wireless Technologies Widely Used for IoT Applications

29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: IoT Wireless Technology The Internet of Things (IoT) is a ubiquitous term in the tech world, although, the majority of the non-tech populace remains unaware of their connection with it. IoT technology connects [...]

In the Spotlight

Jeff Bezos Devotes Time to Building Multi-Billion Dollar Rockets

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A Critical Overview of Bezos and Blue Origin’s Space Ventures Jeff Bezos, the world-renowned entrepreneur and founder of Amazon, recently took a bold step into space with Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket, just a month [...]

Month: May 2025

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

Hormuz Straits Effects Global Market Oil Supply Chains

Pope Condemns Travelling Abroad to Escape Coronavirus Lockdowns

Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

Architecture’s Next Innovation: Where Will It Come From?

AI 101 A Glossary

UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

Chef Gino’s Saucy Antics Turn Sour on Set

Toshiba Stuck in Never-ending News Cycle from Hell

House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space