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Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

24 September 2025 content editor Comments Off

The internet promised us everything we ever wanted. A world of infinite knowledge, instant connection, and endless entertainment, all at our fingertips. Yet, in this new golden age of information, it has also given us […]

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

24 September 2025 content editor 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, […]

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Bridget Riley, National Gallery

24 November 2010 -22 May 2011, London, United Kingdom Situation Running from 24/11/10 – 22/05/11, the exhibition features a strong collection of Dame Riley’s recent work plus one retrospective piece, ‘Man with a Red Turban […] […]
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Unpacking the latest remote working trends

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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The Alchemist’s Kitchen: A Millennial Odyssey Through Moroccan Cuisine

From Argan Groves to the Berber Hearth—The Science and Soul of the Maghreb Moroccan cuisine is not merely a collection of recipes; it is a sprawling, multi-layered history book written in saffron, cumin, and the [...]
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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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Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

TSB research reveals confusion around credit scores A recent study by TSB has shed light on the misunderstandings and misconceptions surrounding credit scores among UK consumers. The study found that a mere 46% of Britons [...]

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Faces Fines over Alleged COVID-19 Lockdown Violations at Party

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28 April 2022 0

Legal and Criminal Implications of Boris Johnson’s ‘Partygate’ Scandal Introduction: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has recently faced increasing pressure to resign following allegations of lockdown parties held at Downing Street. Johnson has received a […]

France Lifts COVID Restrictions Across the Country

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: France has recently lifted travel restrictions for unvaccinated travelers from the UK, allowing them to enter without any essential reason. This decision has come as a relief to many UK travelers who haven’t […]

Delicious and Healthy: Try These Vegan Sandwich Ideas

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The Best Vegan Sandwich Combinations Many people struggle to find suitable sandwich fillings during Veganuary, as most classic sandwich combinations are based on meat and dairy. However, vegan sandwiches can be a joy […]

The Guide to Virtual Reality

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29 July 2021 0

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, […]

Savers Rejoice as Interest Rates Rise, but Remain Calm

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29 July 2021 0

Experts Warn Britons to Take Action as Interest Rates Rise Interest rates have started to rise again, which is good news for savers. However, financial experts are warning Britons to take the right steps during […]

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, [...]

France Lifts COVID Restrictions Across the Country

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Mexico: A Revolution in Art, 1910-1940

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6 July – 29 September 2013, Royal Academy, London. 10.00 GBP About the show An exhibition which show cases the art in Mexico between 1910 and 1940 revealing the beauty and brutality of revolution and […] […]

The UK Pendulum Shifts Further to the Right?

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? […]

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

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7 August 2025 Comments Off

The internet, once a Wild West of unregulated information and connection, is now firmly within the sights of governments around the world. In the UK, this new era of digital regulation is encapsulated by the [...]

UK Faces Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Shortage: Causes and Consequences

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28 April 2022 0

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a game-changer for many women going through menopause. It helps alleviate the often-debilitating symptoms that can make life feel like a never-ending battle with hot flushes and night sweats. So [...]

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Electric Vehicle Drivers Struggle with Limited Charging Infrastructure

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Electric vehicles (EVs) have become increasingly popular among people who are concerned about the environment and want to reduce their carbon footprint. Governments around the world have set ambitious goals to increase the [...]

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Pablo Bronstein: Sketches for Regency Living

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Pablo Bronstein: Sketches for Regency Living ICA: 19/06/2011 – 25/09/2011, FREE. Photo from The Guardian website. About the show Pablo Bronstein’s exhibition at the ICA combines originally thought out works of art which include performance, […] […]

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

29 July 2021 0

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 [...]

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Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

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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 [...]

Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

Are We Reading Less, or Just Reading Differently?

Bridget Riley, National Gallery

Unpacking the latest remote working trends

The Alchemist’s Kitchen: A Millennial Odyssey Through Moroccan Cuisine

Boris Johnson Declares War on Cancel Culture

Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

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