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Criticalmatters.net grouped archives most recent first, organised by Month and Year. We’ve grouped the archives into month and year for you to easily navigate via our archive links. We’ve been active for well over a […]

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Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

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 [...]
Technology

China Takes Bold Step Towards Planetary Protection: New Mission Aims to Deflect Asteroids and Mitigate Potential Catastrophic Consequences

Critical Overview China’s National Space Administration (CNSA) has recently announced its intention to conduct an asteroid deflection mission. Deputy head of CNSA, Wu Yanhua, shared that the country is planning to build an asteroid monitoring [...]
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, [...]
Business

Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

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. [...]
Culture

Celebrating the United Kingdom: A Wonderful World of British Culture

Pack your bags, or fuel up your car and fire up your sense of adventure. Prepare for the ultimate staycation spectacular! There has never been a better time to explore the United Kingdom. With the [...]

A United Kingdom of Four Nations at the Polls

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The British political establishment is currently navigating a period of unprecedented volatility that threatens to dismantle the century-old two-party duopoly. As of today, 8 May 2026, the United Kingdom finds itself in a state of […]

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

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28 April 2022 0

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 […]

Revolutionize Dessert with this Cupcake Recipe

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29 July 2021 0

This recipe provides instructions for making cupcakes with buttercream frosting. The recipe specifies the required ingredients and steps to be followed to create the cupcakes. The instructions include a step-by-step guide, including preheating the oven […]

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UK PLC in Trouble

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The United Kingdom has long been seen as a pillar of global economic stability, a testament to its robust service sector and a leading role in finance and technology. Yet, beneath the surface of this […]

Britain’s Surprise Economic Growth Beats Projects in 2026

22 May 2026 0

Headlines across the City of London are celebrating an unexpected economic up tick for the UK at least in recent months. Britain has officially broken out of its recent inertia, booking an expansion that outpaces […]

Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Elon Musk recently acquired a 9.2% stake in Twitter, as announced in a filing on Monday. Musk’s purchase, which was worth $2.9 billion as of the end of trading on Friday, made him […]

The Long War: 7th May and the Trenches of Local Discontent

8 April 2026 0

A Nation in Stasis Braces for a Bellwether Battle in the Boroughs The United Kingdom is currently locked in a slow, protracted political grip, one where the front lines move by inches and mediation feels […]

Mona Hatoum, Suspended & Bunker

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reviewed 01 April 2011, London, United Kingdom Mona Hatoum, Bunker, Whitecube Mason’s Yard, 25 Feb – 2 Apr 2011 This exhibition features a varied composition of art work employing both sculpture and installation discussing contemporary […] […]

The Missile Chessboard: Ukraine’s Brutal Brinkmanship and the West’s Unsteady Hand

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19 July 2025 Comments Off

The Ghost of Empires Past: Ukraine’s War and the Unfolding Geopolitical Drama The war in Ukraine is not merely a contemporary conflict; it is a brutal, visceral manifestation of historical grievances, geopolitical ambition, and a [...]

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

28 April 2022 0

Nintendo Movie Release Delayed: Illumination’s Super Mario Bros. Film Postponed Until April 2023 Introduction: Nintendo Direct is an annual event that is highly anticipated by Nintendo fans. At the September 2021 event, it was announced [...]

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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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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 [...]

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2021 Diets Ranked: U.S. News & World Report’s Analysis

29 July 2021 0

U.S. News & World Report recently released its rankings of the best diets for 2021, with the Mediterranean diet taking the top spot for the third year in a row. The DASH and flexitarian diets [...]

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Celluloid Inception: Ways In Which the Sci-Fi Imaginary Foreshadowed the Future

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We are currently hovering in that awkward, static-filled silence between the “Big Bang” of Generative AI and the inevitable heat death of the hype cycle. If 2023 and 2024 were about the novelty of a [...]

Critical Matters Archives

Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

China Takes Bold Step Towards Planetary Protection: New Mission Aims to Deflect Asteroids and Mitigate Potential Catastrophic Consequences

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

Richard Branson Takes Off on ‘Extraordinary’ Space Flight

Celebrating the United Kingdom: A Wonderful World of British Culture

Apple curbs Genius store recruitment amid downsizing

England out of lockdown: “I want to dance” says public, but at what cost?

A Quiet Place Part II: 4K Ultra HD Review

Exploring the Unique and Flavorful Indian Jewish Cuisine