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Ulez Expansion Could Cost £130m, Confirms Sadiq Khan

29 July 2021 content editor 0

Costs and Controversy Surrounding London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone Expansion The expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) is set to cost Transport for London (TfL) between £120-£130m by October, as revealed by London Mayor, Sadiq […]

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Abortion in Northern Ireland: Politics and Law at Odds

29 July 2021 content editor 0

Critical Overview: An Examination of Abortion Reform in Northern Ireland The history of abortion reform in Northern Ireland has been a contentious issue. In 2019, the UK Parliament passed the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation etc.) […]

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NHS Staff in England Receive 3% Pay Rise Backdated to April

29 July 2021 content editor 0

Critical Overview: The announcement by the Department for Health and Social Care that NHS staff in England will receive a three per cent pay increase has caused controversy. The decision came after an expected Commons […]

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Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show

29 July 2021 content editor 0

Critical Overview: Child poverty in the United Kingdom has been a growing concern in recent years. The figures show that there was an increase in child poverty by nearly one-fifth between 2014/15 and 2018/19, with […]

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

29 July 2021 content editor 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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Police Federation Ties Strained Via Home Secretary Priti Patel

29 July 2021 content editor 0

Rank-and-File Police Officers Express Overwhelming Support for Vote of No Confidence in Home Secretary Priti Patel The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW), which represents approximately 130,000 officers, has made a scathing announcement denouncing […]

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Is Labour’s Sir Keir Starmer Ready for Voters to Listen?

29 July 2021 content editor 0

The Difficulties of Leading the Opposition in UK Politics Leading the opposition in UK politics is widely regarded as the most challenging role, as several factors undermine the power and authority of the leader. Firstly, […]

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Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?

29 July 2021 content editor 0

A Critical Overview of UK Cabinet Reshuffle The recent cabinet reshuffle conducted by Prime Minister Boris Johnson has received much attention, particularly in light of the expectation for increased diversity among the new cabinet members. […]

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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 [...]
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    The Gigawatt Question: Is Meta’s AI Mega Data Centre Proposal a Leap Forwards or Backwards

    The AI Illusion: Is “Artificial Intelligence” Just a Buzzword for Billion-Dollar Bets? Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, not content with merely shaping our social realities, is now embarking on an ambitious, perhaps audacious, quest: the construction of [...]
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    Devotion by Design: Italian Altarpieces before 1500

    National Gallery: 6/6/2011 – 2/10/2011 Free, Photo from the National Gallery website. Religion and Art This exhibition serves manifold purposes it glorifies the exquisite, rich and ornate depictions of Italian alter pieces prior to the […] […]

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    Asus Unveils Quirky New Hotdog-Shaped Monitor, Raising Questions on the Role of Design in Technology and Consumer Preferences

    Critical Overview Asus has announced its latest portable monitor, the ProArt Display PA147CDV. The monitor has an ultra-wide 32:9 aspect ratio with a 14-inch panel that resembles the second screen on the company’s Zenbook Pro [...]
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    The Future of UK Music Industry: 5 Reasons for Optimism.

    Critical Overview: The Resilience of the UK Music Industry in the Face of the Pandemic As the UK approaches the one-year anniversary since the start of its first COVID-19 lockdown, it is clear that the [...]

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

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28 April 2022 0

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 […]

Which Billionaire is Winning the Space Race?

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29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Richard Branson are three billionaire entrepreneurs who have a combined net worth of $400 billion, equivalent to the GDP of Ireland. They have decided to invest a significant […]

Rich Nations Close to Tech Tax Deal

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29 July 2021 0

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 […]

Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Elon Musk recently acquired a 9.2% stake in Twitter, as announced in a filing on Monday. Musk’s purchase, which was worth $2.9 billion as of the end of trading on Friday, made him […]

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

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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 […]

Bodybuilding: A lifeline for my survival

A Critical Overview of Dave Bautista’s Relationship with Bodybuilding Dave Bautista, a successful actor known for his roles in Guardians of the Galaxy and Dune, attributes his success and mental health to his love for [...]
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    Agadir Unveiled: The Atlantic Jewel of the Maghreb

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    Margot Robbie to Star as Barbie in Upcoming Live-Action Film, Sparking Controversy and Conversations on Beauty Standards in the Entertainment Industry

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    Rising cost of living strains household budgets

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    Choosing the Best Smart Speaker for Your Needs: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Amazon and Alexa Devices in the Age of Big Tech

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    Less Than Half of Britons Understand Credit Scores

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Margot Robbie to Star as Barbie in Upcoming Live-Action Film, Sparking Controversy and Conversations on Beauty Standards in the Entertainment Industry

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The iconic Mattel doll, Barbie, will soon be brought to life on the big screen in a live-action movie directed by Greta Gerwig, featuring Margot Robbie in the lead role. The teaser image […]

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Global Conferences Use Tech to Stay in Business

29 July 2021 0

Adapting to New Realities: The Future of Conferences Critical Overview In-person conferences have long been favored by entrepreneurs as a place to meet and network with like-minded people. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted this traditional format, […]

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

28 July 2021 0

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 […]

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

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29 July 2021 0
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. [...]

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

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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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A Web of Illusion: Is the Internet Still the Internet?

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The internet was once a digital playground, a boundless frontier for exploration and fun. The dream, born from military research by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), was of a decentralised network that could [...]
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Kew’s ‘Food Forever’ exhibit set for May 21st

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Critical Overview Kew Gardens will be hosting a summer programme in 2022, entitled Food Forever, that explores the impact of our eating habits on the planet. This event will include art installations, film screenings, talks [...]
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The Ultimate Coastal Escape: Your Guide to Sun, Sand, Pebbles and Serenity

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Pack your bags and grab your sun cream! Whether you are dreaming of a romantic sunset stroll, a high-octane family adventure, or a cocktail-fuelled weekend with friends, the world’s coastlines are calling. In 2026, beach [...]
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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 [...]

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