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Pope Condemns Travelling Abroad to Escape Coronavirus Lockdowns

28 July 2021 content editor Comments Off

A Critical Overview: Pope Francis Condemns Travelers Escaping Covid-19 Lockdowns In his weekly noon blessing, Pope Francis has voiced his disappointment and criticized individuals who chose to travel abroad to evade government restrictions and enjoy […]

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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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Indulge in Thai Green Chicken Curry: Recipe Included

A Recipe for Sweet Potato and Lentil Curry Ingredients 1 tablespoon of sesame oil1 finely chopped red onion1 crushed garlic cloveA thumb-sized piece of ginger, finely chopped1 finely chopped red chili1 ½ teaspoons of ground [...]
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Hepatitis outbreak spreads among children in UK

Critical Overview: This news report highlights the case of a three-year-old girl, Lola-Rose Raine, who contracted a mysterious form of hepatitis that has affected nearly 200 children worldwide. After several days of her liver failing [...]
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Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

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 [...]
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Chris Smalls Emerges as a Leading Voice in the Future of Labor, Advocating for Workers’ Rights and Fair Treatment in Corporate America

Critical Overview: Chris Smalls is the leader of the Amazon Labor Union, an organization that emerged as a response to Amazon’s fiercely anti-union stance. Smalls, along with his friend and co-organizer Derrick Palmer, managed to [...]

Escalation of Conflict: Latest Developments in Ukraine War

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Russian ammunition depot located near the Ukrainian border was engulfed in flames overnight, while local officials reported that a series of explosions had occurred across three Russian provinces on the border. Belgorod regional governor, […]

A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

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31 January 2025 Comments Off

The latest ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian territories surfaces from a confluence of factors that have necessitated a pause in hostilities. The escalation of violence had grave humanitarian impacts, drawing international outcry and calls […]

Hearty Lentil Dhal with Spinach & Sweet Potato Recipe

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Ingredients and Method for Thai Green Curry Ingredients: 225g new potatoes, cut into chunks 100g green beans, trimmed and halved 1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 rounded tbsp or 4 […]

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 Future of UK Music Industry: 5 Reasons for Optimism.

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

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

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 [...]

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

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

China’s Covid Nightmare Continues: Is the World Doomed to Repeat 2020?

28 April 2022 Comments Off

The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopausal Women: Addressing the Supply Crisis Introduction: The Significance of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopausal Women Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a crucial treatment option for women experiencing […]

The Tariff Tempest: Is the Global Economy Caught in a Zero-Sum Game?

19 July 2025 Comments Off

“Tariff is a Beautiful Word”: The Resurgence of Protectionism The phrase echoes with a singular, almost defiant clarity: “Tariff is a beautiful word”, Trump. These aren’t the musings of some obscure economic theorist, but the […]

Wetware: The Intersection of Computing and Biology

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Wetware is a term that has been used to describe the merging of software, hardware, and biology in various ways over the years. Initially, it was used to draw a comparison between software [...]

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

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

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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Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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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Android 13 Beta Release Reignites Big Tech Debate

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Google has announced the release of the first public beta of Android 13 for users of compatible Pixel devices. While the company is expected to unveil more information about the update at its [...]

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Lucy Letby: The Dark Side of a Trusted Caregiver

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Dating in 2021: Honesty Over Ghosting

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Latitude Festival: Emotional and Magical, With a Touch of Fright

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

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Rich Nations Close to Tech Tax Deal

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Boris Johnson Declares War on Cancel Culture

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Marketing copy generated by AI

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Critical Overview: The emergence of text-generation technology, specifically GPT-3, has led to a surge in startups offering marketing tools that generate content like blog posts, headlines, and press releases. These companies, including Jasper and ContentEdge, [...]

Pope Condemns Travelling Abroad to Escape Coronavirus Lockdowns

Unpacking the latest remote working trends

Indulge in Thai Green Chicken Curry: Recipe Included

Hepatitis outbreak spreads among children in UK

Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

Chris Smalls Emerges as a Leading Voice in the Future of Labor, Advocating for Workers’ Rights and Fair Treatment in Corporate America

Venice Biennale 2022: A celebration of contemporary art

L’Escargot: Chic Eatery and Lounge

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

The UK Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, Faces Growing Scrutiny