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Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

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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 […]

Business

UK Autumn Budget 2026: Breathing Space for Today, Hope for the Future

Economic policy is rarely a masterclass in frictionless perfection; more often, it is an exercise in brutal trade-offs. When Chancellor John Healey rose to dispatch the Autumn Budget, he did so against a global macroeconomic [...]
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Britain’s Surprise Economic Growth Beats Projects in 2026

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 [...]
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 [...]
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Clubbing and Covid passports: balancing safety and civil liberties.

The Impending Controversy of Mandatory Vaccinations for Club Entry On 19 July 2021, at 00:01, nightclubs in England were able to reopen after more than a year of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, [...]
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Tragedy in Southampton: Lessons for Public Safety and Police Accountability

The tragic murder of 18-year-old university student Henry Nowak in Southampton has evolved from a needless crime into a more complex national crisis. The case sits at the intersection of succinct societal anxieties, political opportunism, [...]

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 […]

Viola Davis Faces Backlash for Her Portrayal of First Lady Michelle Obama, Sparking Debates on Race and Authenticity in Hollywood

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: Viola Davis, the renowned actress, recently received criticism over her portrayal of former First Lady Michelle Obama in Showtime’s “The First Lady.” Viewers of the series claimed that Davis exaggerated Mrs. Obama’s mannerisms, […]

AI 101 A Glossary

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8 June 2026 0

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 […]

Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

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28 April 2022 0

A Critical Overview of BOYS: Exploring Masculinity through Collaborative Theatre BOYS is a theatrical performance that presents a fresh exploration of masculinity, using a collaborative and immersive approach to create an ethnically diverse ensemble of […]

The UK Pendulum Shifts Further to the Right?

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24 September 2025 Comments Off

A quiet unease has settled across the United Kingdom, a low hum of discontent that, for many, has become the dominant chord in a national contrapuntal moment. Is the the UK is becoming more racist? […]

UK Working Class to Bear the Burden as Petrol Prices Soar

Critical Overview: On Monday, experts warned MPs on the Treasury Select Committee that the recent invasion of Ukraine by Russia could result in a significant increase in petrol and diesel prices. The committee was also [...]

The Ultimate Coastal Escape: Your Guide to Sun, Sand, Pebbles and Serenity

20 April 2026 0

Pack your bags and grab your sun cream! Whether you are dreaming of a romantic sunset stroll, a high-octane family adventure, or a cocktail-fuelled weekend with friends, the world’s coastlines are calling. In 2026, beach […]

Lucy Letby: The Dark Side of a Trusted Caregiver

5 February 2025 Comments Off

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Deep Escape Getaways: Extra Ordinary Hotels and Retreats

1 May 2026 0

Forget the blistered feet and the grime of the traditional “wilderness” trek. The modern world is frantic, loud, and increasingly digital, making the true luxury of our age not gold or diamonds, but silence and […]

Spice Up Your Cooking with the Nigerian Suya Meat Recipe

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28 April 2022 0

Exploring the Nigerian Street Food – Sizzling Beef Skewers Introduction: Nigerian street food is famous for its mouth-watering taste and aroma. The sizzling beef skewers are one of the most popular street foods in Nigeria, [...]

US and Germany Strike Nord Stream 2 Pipeline Deal to Counter Russian ‘Aggression’

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29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: US and Germany Agree on Nord Stream 2 Pipeline The United States and Germany recently announced an agreement on the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline, which aims to address the strategic risks of [...]

Culture

The Mystery of Appearance

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Haunch of Venison, London, free, 07 Dec – 18 Feb 2012 In the company of masters This was an excellent show containing paintings of different styles each artist being a master of their medium. On […] […]

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Beauty and the Beast: Untangling Toxicity in Gender Narratives

7 February 2025 Comments Off

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Household Debt: A Key Economic Indicator

29 July 2021 0

A Critical Overview of Household Debt, Average Mortgage Interest Rates, and Individual Insolvencies Household Debt as a % of Disposable Income The ratio of household debt to disposable income has been a concern for policymakers [...]

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Why Marriages Fail and 21st Century Love

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Love in twenty-first century Britain presents a fascinating paradox. Whilst traditionalists lament the decline of formal matrimony, the human desire for deep connection, intimacy and companionship remains as vibrant as ever. The modern landscape is [...]

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

UK Autumn Budget 2026: Breathing Space for Today, Hope for the Future

Britain’s Surprise Economic Growth Beats Projects in 2026

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

Clubbing and Covid passports: balancing safety and civil liberties.

Tragedy in Southampton: Lessons for Public Safety and Police Accountability

Lucy Letby: The Dark Side of a Trusted Caregiver

Bacon and Moore Flesh and Bone

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

UK Staycations are Hotting Up