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The Sound of Silence: Success, Slurs, and the BBC’s BAFTA Blunder

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When Involuntary Tics Meet Institutional Failure The 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) were supposed to be the coronation of Sinners. Ryan Coogler’s Southern Gothic masterpiece, a film that deftly navigates the trauma of the […]

War of the Worlds: Ice Cube’s Gritty Take on Alien Invasion

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Alright, settle in, ’cause we ain’t talkin’ no fancy-pants, big-budget CGI fest here, nah. We’re diving deep into the 2025 joint, War of the Worlds: Data Harvest, starring none other than the OG himself, Ice […]

Tech

Apple Releases Security Update for Major Security Vulnerability

A Little (rot) Insecurity in the Apple Core On August 17th & 18th 2022 Apple Inc. released security updates for multiple products and devices to address security vulnerabilities across their tech estate including macOS Monterey, [...]
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Boris Johnson Declares War on Cancel Culture

Critical Overview: The UK government plans to address the issue of cancel culture by introducing the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Bill. The legislation aims to ensure free and open debate on university campuses in [...]
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Experts Announce Best Diet for 2021

Critical Overview: Every year, the U.S. News & World Report publishes a list of the healthiest diets to follow based on the opinions of a panel of health experts and nutritionists. In 2021, the Mediterranean [...]
Business

Rising Start-Up Trends: Analyzing the Future of Entrepreneurship and its Impacts on Society

Critical Overview: The venture capital-backed technology companies have played a significant role in driving the economic recovery since the onset of Covid-19 two years ago, exceeding all expectations. The VC ecosystem is increasingly looking like [...]
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Jeff Bezos Devotes Time to Building Multi-Billion Dollar Rockets

A Critical Overview of Bezos and Blue Origin’s Space Ventures Jeff Bezos, the world-renowned entrepreneur and founder of Amazon, recently took a bold step into space with Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket, just a month [...]

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

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview The article reports on the efforts of Apple to oppose the unionization of its retail workers with the Communications Workers of America, with the assistance of anti-union lawyers at Littler Mendelson. Although Apple […]

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

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19 July 2025 Comments Off

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 […]

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Experience the Rich Flavors of Ethiopian Chicken Stew

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28 April 2022 0

This recipe presents a chicken stew with red lentils, tomato, and berbere spice blend, a prominent ingredient in Ethiopian cuisine. The recipe includes step-by-step instructions for preparation and cooking using a slow cooker, along with […]

The Digital Playground is on Fire: Why Social Media is the New Frontline for Youth Harm

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8 April 2026 0

From Viral “Blind Date” Chaos to Algorithmic Vortexes—Is It Time for a Licence to Scroll? The year is 2026, and the “playground” has expanded to a global scale. It is no longer a physical space […]

Exploring the Unique and Flavorful Indian Jewish Cuisine

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 [...]

The Sound of Silence: Success, Slurs, and the BBC’s BAFTA Blunder

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Deja Vu at the Multiplex: Is Hollywood Flogging a Dead Franchise, or Just a Very, Very Tired Horse?

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The Hollywood Rehash: When “If It Ain’t Broke” Meets “Are You Out of Your Minds?” Ah, Hollywood. The land of dreams, red carpets, and, increasingly, the same damn movies. We get it. If something works, […]

Rock Squalid – Will Smith Award Winning Punch

28 April 2022 0

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 […]

Household Debt: A Key Economic Indicator

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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 [...]

Clubbing and Covid passports: balancing safety and civil liberties.

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28 July 2021 0

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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Hayward Gallery to host ‘In the Black Fantastic’ exhibit on June 29th

28 April 2022 0

From 29 June to 18 September 2022, the Hayward Gallery will present In the Black Fantastic, the UK’s first major exhibition dedicated to the work of Black artists who use fantastical elements to address racial [...]

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Ethereum Upgrade to Destroy Coins by August 4

29 July 2021 0

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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Hearty Lentil Dhal with Spinach & Sweet Potato Recipe

29 July 2021 0

Ingredients and Method for Thai Green Curry Ingredients: 225g new potatoes, cut into chunks100g green beans, trimmed and halved1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil1 garlic clove, chopped1 rounded tbsp or 4 tsp Thai green curry [...]

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The Missile Chessboard: Ukraine’s Brutal Brinkmanship and the West’s Unsteady Hand

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The Ghost of Empires Past: Ukraine’s War and the Unfolding Geopolitical Drama The war in Ukraine is not merely a contemporary conflict; it is a brutal, visceral manifestation of historical grievances, geopolitical ambition, and a [...]

The Sound of Silence: Success, Slurs, and the BBC’s BAFTA Blunder

War of the Worlds: Ice Cube’s Gritty Take on Alien Invasion

Apple Releases Security Update for Major Security Vulnerability

Boris Johnson Declares War on Cancel Culture

Experts Announce Best Diet for 2021

Rising Start-Up Trends: Analyzing the Future of Entrepreneurship and its Impacts on Society

Jeff Bezos Devotes Time to Building Multi-Billion Dollar Rockets

A Quiet Place Part II: 4K Ultra HD Review

Clubbing and Covid passports: balancing safety and civil liberties.

ICA’s History and Impact

Notting Hill Carnival 2021: Celebrating Culture Amidst a Pandemic