Central Africa

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

29 July 2021 content editor Comments Off

Cannes Film Festival 2021: The Good, the Bad, and the Saliva Tests Despite the pandemic, the Cannes Film Festival drew in a larger number of film stars for obligatory photo opportunities. One particular photo of […]

News

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Faces Fines over Alleged COVID-19 Lockdown Violations at Party

Legal and Criminal Implications of Boris Johnson’s ‘Partygate’ Scandal Introduction: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has recently faced increasing pressure to resign following allegations of lockdown parties held at Downing Street. Johnson has received a [...]
Business

The Tariff Tempest: Is the Global Economy Caught in a Zero-Sum Game?

“Tariff is a Beautiful Word”: The Resurgence of Protectionism The phrase echoes with a singular, almost defiant clarity: “Tariff is a beautiful word”, Trump. These aren’t the musings of some obscure economic theorist, but the [...]
Home

Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

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 [...]
Home

Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

The internet promised us everything we ever wanted. A world of infinite knowledge, instant connection, and endless entertainment, all at our fingertips. Yet, in this new golden age of information, it has also given us [...]
Business

The Hasty Dismantling of DEI Initiatives: A New Right-Wing Agenda or a Step Backward for Diversity?

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the fabric of corporate America and social justice advocates alike, President Donald Trump’s administration has initiated the swift removal of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs from [...]

Pandemic Diets: Nourishing or Unhealthy?

Cuisine

29 July 2021 Comments Off

The Comfort Eating Trend during Lockdown: An Academic Perspective The COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdown measures have brought about significant changes to our daily routines, including disruptions to work and school schedules, social isolation, and […]

Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

You

29 July 2021 Comments Off

TSB research reveals confusion around credit scores A recent study by TSB has shed light on the misunderstandings and misconceptions surrounding credit scores among UK consumers. The study found that a mere 46% of Britons […]

The Dangers of No-Fault Evictions in the UK

Home

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 […]

A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

Global

31 January 2025 Comments Off

The latest ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian territories surfaces from a confluence of factors that have necessitated a pause in hostilities. The escalation of violence had grave humanitarian impacts, drawing international outcry and calls […]

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

Culture

24 September 2025 Comments Off

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 […]

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 […]

Margot Robbie to Star as Barbie in Upcoming Live-Action Film, Sparking Controversy and Conversations on Beauty Standards in the Entertainment Industry

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The iconic Mattel doll, Barbie, will soon be brought to life on the big screen in a live-action movie directed by Greta Gerwig, featuring Margot Robbie in the lead role. The teaser image […]

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

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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. […]

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

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 [...]

Exploring the Unique and Flavorful Indian Jewish Cuisine

Cuisine

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 [...]

Home

Pandemic reshapes world economy, highlights inequality and government failures.

28 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of the Global Economic Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on the global economy, with nearly every country affected. As governments struggle to contain the virus, businesses [...]

Cuisine

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

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 [...]

Home

The UK’s New Digital Wall: The Battle Over Pornography Age Checks

7 August 2025 Comments Off

The internet, once a Wild West of unregulated information and connection, is now firmly within the sights of governments around the world. In the UK, this new era of digital regulation is encapsulated by the [...]

The UK Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, Faces Growing Scrutiny

17 May 2023 Comments Off on The UK Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, Faces Growing Scrutiny
Discovering the Natural Beauty of Samoa

28 April 2022 Comments Off on Discovering the Natural Beauty of Samoa
Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?
UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

29 July 2021 Comments Off on UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic
Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

In the Spotlight

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

by content editor in Travel Comments Off on 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 [...]

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Faces Fines over Alleged COVID-19 Lockdown Violations at Party

The Tariff Tempest: Is the Global Economy Caught in a Zero-Sum Game?

Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

The Hasty Dismantling of DEI Initiatives: A New Right-Wing Agenda or a Step Backward for Diversity?

The UK Pendulum Shifts Further to the Right?

Fine Dining on a Budget: Creative Menus to Enjoy at Home

New Alliances Strengthen Investments in Microchips and Cloud Technologies

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