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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 […]

Culture

Queer theatre debuts ‘Daddy’, a groundbreaking play

Critical Overview Jeremy O. Harris’ play Daddy, directed by Danya Taymor and first staged off Broadway in 2019, explores the complex issues of race, money, and art patronage in contemporary America. The play’s central feature [...]
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Book Early: 15 Glamping Sites for Summer 2021.

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 [...]
Business

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

Critical Overview: The British government has lifted all pandemic restrictions in England, including rules on mask-wearing and social distancing, amid warnings from scientists that this move will further fuel an already surging pandemic and risk [...]
Entertainment

Rock Squalid – Will Smith Award Winning Punch

A Critical Overview of Will Smith’s Altercation with Chris Rock at the Oscars The 94th Academy Awards ceremony was marred by an altercation between Hollywood actor Will Smith and presenter Chris Rock. Rock made a [...]

EU chief rejects Boris Johnson’s plea to renegotiate Irish protocol.

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28 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The current dispute over the Northern Irish protocol between the United Kingdom and the European Union (EU) has escalated after the UK proposed changes to the Brexit deal. However, Ursula von der Leyen, […]

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The tradition of Hanami or cherry blossom viewing in Japan has a long history dating back to more than 1,000 years. The Japanese cherry tree, sakura, which is popular all over the country, […]

The Journey Through Loss: Understanding the Five Stages of Grief

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7 August 2025 Comments Off

Grief is perhaps one of the most profoundly human experiences we will ever endure, a complex and often overwhelming cascade of emotions that can leave us feeling untethered and lost. We tend to associate it […]

Exploring the unknown: What happens when we die?

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of What Happens to Your Body After Death Death has always been shrouded in mystery, as it marks the transition from life to an unknown state of being. However, forensic experts have […]

The Diminishing Attention Span: A Modern Conundrum

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19 July 2025 Comments Off

In an era defined by incessant connectivity and an ever-accelerating pace of life, a pervasive whisper has grown into a collective hum: are we losing our ability to concentrate? This isn’t merely a nostalgic lament […]

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

19 July 2025 Comments Off

“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 […]

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

23 January 2025 Comments Off

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 […]

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Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

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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, [...]

UK PLC in Trouble

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24 September 2025 Comments Off

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 [...]

Technology

The Guide to Virtual Reality

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Virtual reality (VR) technology uses computer-aided stimuli to create the immersive illusion of being somewhere else. However, opinions on its potential range from it upending our lives in a way nothing has since the smartphone, [...]

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Unpacking the latest remote working trends

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in 2020, significantly impacted the global economy and forced many governments to institute massive quarantines, resulting in companies shifting to flexible or remote work setups. Consequently, remote work [...]

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

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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 [...]

New weight loss pill promises dramatic results

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Escalation of Conflict: Latest Developments in Ukraine War

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Wireless Technologies Widely Used for IoT Applications

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Hepatitis outbreak spreads among children in UK

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2021 Horoscope Overview: What to Expect

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

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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 [...]

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

Queer theatre debuts ‘Daddy’, a groundbreaking play

Book Early: 15 Glamping Sites for Summer 2021.

Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

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

Rock Squalid – Will Smith Award Winning Punch

Exploring the Unique and Flavorful Indian Jewish Cuisine

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

Kew’s ‘Food Forever’ exhibit set for May 21st

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