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Africa’s Undiscovered Gems: Your Guide to the Ultimate Adventure

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Are you ready for an adventure that will awaken your soul and fill your photo album with breathtaking memories? Cast aside the familiar European city breaks and discover the magnificent, sun-drenched continent of Africa. Far […]

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Meet singer-songwriter Seymour, her enigmatic lyrics and her journey in the music industry

Author: Anastaseea Author’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsanastaseea/ Photographer: @jamieleeculver In the diverse London music scene, Seymour, an emerging singer-songwriter and artist, is slowly but surely carving her space with her poignant lyrics and pop melodies. At 23, [...]
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ICA’s History and Impact

Critical Overview The Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) holds an esteemed place in the pantheon of London’s cultural institutions. Established in 1946 by a group of prominent art figures including Geoffrey Grigson, Roland Penrose, Herbert [...]
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UK’s marijuana legislation under scrutiny

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 [...]
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Exploring the relationship between Chinese art and censorship fears

Critical Overview: The Chinese government’s control of online content is backed by a sophisticated infrastructure of laws and censors, as exposed by Wen Yunchao. Censorship falls into two categories: public security authorities and internet police [...]
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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 [...]

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

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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. […]

Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

WHO Warns of AI Risks for Healthcare

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: WHO Ethics Guidance on AI in Health The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released a new report, Ethics & Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health, which urges caution against overestimating the benefits of […]

Labour’s First Year: A ‘Horribilis Annus’ in the Making?

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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 […]

Chef Gino’s Saucy Antics Turn Sour on Set

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Savouring Wellness: Unpacking the Health Benefits of the West African Diet

Savouring Wellness: Unpacking the Health Benefits of the West African Diet A Symphony of Flavors and Nutrients: Decoding Nigeria’s Culinary Landscape In a world increasingly seeking nutrient-dense, wholesome foods, the traditional West African diet, particularly [...]

Rich Nations Close to Tech Tax Deal

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Critical Overview: The French and German finance ministers have expressed optimism that a global agreement to put an end to the “race to the bottom” on corporate taxation is imminent, with the G7 countries being […]

Lucy Letby: The Dark Side of a Trusted Caregiver

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Migrant Crisis: Smuggling Gangs, Boats, and Political Point Scoring

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Critical Overview: The issue of migrants crossing borders and falling prey to organised crime gangs has reached record levels, causing widespread concern. Dr Nooralhaq Nasimi’s personal account of his journey fleeing the Taliban in Afghanistan […]

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion Thank Drake After OVO Fest

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Drake’s OVO Fest Surprise Guests On August 5th, Drake brought out a plethora of surprise guests during his OVO Fest performance, including Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. Despite Cardi B’s set being [...]

Ethereum Upgrade to Destroy Coins by August 4

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Ethereum London Upgrade on Track to Launch on August 4: A Critical Overview The forthcoming upgrade to the ethereum network, known as the London hard fork, is eagerly anticipated by the cryptocurrency community. The upgrade [...]

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Passive income: The new hustle in 2022

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Critical Overview The ongoing global pandemic has resulted in countless people all over the world losing their jobs and, subsequently, their sources of income. This has created a clear need for alternative yet reliable income [...]

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Energy Corporations Shedding Coal Assets as Public Demands for Clean Energy Grow

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A Critical Overview of Energy Companies’ Sell-off of Fossil Fuel Assets The current urgency of climate change mitigation has led to the acceleration of emissions reduction targets by energy companies worldwide. As a result, many [...]

Havana’s Nightlife: Top Bars, Clubs & More

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Caribbean Cuisine: Try the Delicious Eskovitch Recipe

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The Journey Through Loss: Understanding the Five Stages of Grief

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Discovering the Beauty of Jardin Majorelle in Africa

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Energy Corporations Shedding Coal Assets as Public Demands for Clean Energy Grow

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House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space

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Critical Overview The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the UK property market, with buyers looking for larger homes after being confined to smaller spaces during lockdown. Property website Zoopla suggests that this [...]

Africa’s Undiscovered Gems: Your Guide to the Ultimate Adventure

Meet singer-songwriter Seymour, her enigmatic lyrics and her journey in the music industry

ICA’s History and Impact

UK’s marijuana legislation under scrutiny

Exploring the relationship between Chinese art and censorship fears

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

UK Health Secretary Hancock Under Scrutiny

Exploring the Vatican Museums: A Journey Through Art and History

Hayward Gallery’s Latest Exhibition

EastEnders 2021 Preview: 12 Spoilers to Watch For