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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 […]

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Sonia Boyce shines at Venice Biennale 2022 as British Afro-Caribbean artist

Critical Overview: The Venice Biennale has recently gained a great deal of attention, with both Golden Lions, the top honours at the event, being awarded to Black women artists for the first time in history. [...]
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 [...]
Entertainment

Radio Personality Tim Westwood Faces Allegations of Sexual Misconduct and Abuse of Power

Critical Overview DJ Tim Westwood, a prominent figure in the British music industry, has been accused of sexual misconduct by seven women, all of whom are black. The allegations, which include claims of unwanted sexual [...]
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Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

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, [...]
Politics

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

Labour Group in Croydon Council Fined £14k for Election Law Breaches Introduction: The Electoral Commission has fined the Labour group in Croydon Council £14,000 for breaking election laws in advance of the borough-wide referendum on [...]

UK’s marijuana legislation under scrutiny

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Medical cannabis was legalized in the United Kingdom in November 2018, though the program has been criticized for issues with patients’ access to medicine and approval. The country’s Misuse of Drugs Act of […]

Elon Musk ‘Rather Hates’ Being CEO of Tesla

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

An Examination of Elon Musk’s Disdain for Leadership at Tesla and the Alleged Pressure to Purchase SolarCity Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has revealed his aversion to the role of boss within the […]

Smart Homes: Back in the Agenda

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

The Appeal of Smart Home Technology in the UK: GfK Study Results GfK, a research firm, released the results of its annual Smart Home Study UK this week, indicating that the Covid-19 pandemic has revived […]

OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

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17 May 2023 Comments Off

The Tech Gist OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, has told Congress that government intervention is needed to regulate the risks of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Altman proposed creating a regulatory agency to licence the most […]

The Prince of Darkness Rests: A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

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In a world he helped define with thunderous riffs and an inimitable wail, John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness, has finally found peace. The news of his passing, at the age of 76, […]

Bafta TV Awards 2021: Full list of winners and nominees

Critical Overview The Bafta Television Awards are a highly anticipated event that celebrates the best television productions and performances of the year. The list of winners and nominees for the main categories at this year’s [...]

Oil and Gas Industries Show Signs of Resilience in the Face of Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

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Critical Overview On April 7, 2022, DTEK CEO Maxim Timchenko held a press briefing to discuss Ukraine’s energy security and the country’s efforts to replace Russian energy supplies. The briefing focused on generating electricity and […]

Discovering the Beauty of the UK: 2 Unforgettable Road Trips

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Introduction: Road trips are a unique way to explore a country, and the United Kingdom has some fantastic routes to offer. Whether you are planning a summer vacation or a weekend break, a road trip […]

Meta ramps up US store openings to drive Metaverse agenda

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Critical Overview Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has recently announced the launch of its first brick-and-mortar retail store, the Meta Store. The store will offer a range of Meta’s physical products, including […]

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 War in Ukraine: A History, Putin’s Strategy, and Global Causes and Effects

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29 January 2023 Comments Off

The War in Ukraine started in 2014, when pro-Russian forces annexed Crimea, which was previously part of Ukraine. This sparked the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian government forces and pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine. The conflict [...]

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Household Debt: A Key Economic Indicator

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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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PMs Relationship with Truth Questioned

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The Prime Minister’s relationship with truth is currently under intense scrutiny. There are concerns about his explanations surrounding the refurbishment of his Downing Street flat and about his incendiary comments during a lockdown. Downing Street [...]

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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 [...]

Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

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Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

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Tech Giant Apple Enlists Union-Busting Legal Teams in Latest Move Against Workers’ Rights

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Covid-19 and May 2021’s Impact on Mental Health

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Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

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Your Ultimate 10-Country Bucket List: Fulfil Your Wanderlust!

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Ready to ignite your wanderlust and dive headfirst into an epic journey of discovery? Grab your passport and let’s go! This isn’t just a list; it’s your personal invitation to unlock incredible experiences, create unforgettable [...]

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

Sonia Boyce shines at Venice Biennale 2022 as British Afro-Caribbean artist

Queer theatre debuts ‘Daddy’, a groundbreaking play

Radio Personality Tim Westwood Faces Allegations of Sexual Misconduct and Abuse of Power

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

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

A Brief History of Grime Music

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UK Health Secretary Hancock Under Scrutiny

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