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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 […]

Business

Rich Nations Close to Tech Tax Deal

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 [...]
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Migrant Crisis: Smuggling Gangs, Boats, and Political Point Scoring

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 [...]
Politics

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

Critical Overview: Dream Wife and Other Artists Perform at Latitude Festival 2021 Dream Wife’s guitarist, Alice Go, shared that the band had many dreams and nightmares about their first performance since January 2020. Despite her [...]

Iconic Female Actresses: A Guide to Cinematic Royalty

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24 September 2025 Comments Off

Hollywood, and the global film industry is built on a foundation of talent and star power that is unequalled. But sometimes, it’s the sheer, unshakeable presence of an actress that truly makes a character iconic. […]

Self-Improvement Tips for a Better You

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Self-Improvement in 2021 Self-improvement is a topic that has garnered immense attention in recent years, as more individuals recognize the importance of personal growth and development. As we move further into […]

Post-pandemic celebration: Brazil’s first Carnival 2022 kicks off

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Rio Carnival, which took place from February 25 to 28, 2023, was an occasion to celebrate the African roots of Brazil. The event featured giant elephants, baobabs, and black superheroes parading on […]

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 […]

PMs Relationship with Truth Questioned

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

The Prime Minister’s relationship with truth is currently under intense scrutiny. There are concerns about his explanations surrounding the refurbishment of his Downing Street flat and about his incendiary comments during a lockdown. Downing Street […]

Ukraine Conflict Takes Toll on Global Internet Connectivity and Access

Critical Overview: The European Union has approved a law that would allow authorities to impose a state of emergency on social media sites, search engines, and online marketplaces. This “crisis mechanism” is part of a [...]

The War in Ukraine: A History, Putin’s Strategy, and Global Causes and Effects

29 January 2023 Comments Off

The War in Ukraine started in 2014, when pro-Russian forces annexed Crimea, which was previously part of Ukraine. This sparked the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian government forces and pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine. The conflict […]

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

28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

Step into the ‘Dr Who: Time Fracture’ immersive experience

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Doctor Who: Time Fracture Doctor Who: Time Fracture, an immersive experience located near Bond Street Station in London, is produced by Immersive Everywhere in collaboration with the BBC. The warehouse setting is transformed […]

Millions of Android Users Could Be Owed Money from Google

Technology

29 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Google’s Legal Challenge over “Excessive and Unlawful” Charges on its Play Store Google is facing a legal challenge in the UK over charges made through its Google Play Store. The lawsuit, [...]

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 [...]

Cuisine

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

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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Ulez Expansion Could Cost £130m, Confirms Sadiq Khan

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 [...]

International

Syrian Air Defences Intercept Israeli Attack Over Aleppo

28 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Aleppo On July 19, Syrian state media reported that Syrian air defences intercepted an Israeli attack on the Al-Safirah area of southern Aleppo, a region where Israel [...]

EU chief rejects Boris Johnson’s plea to renegotiate Irish protocol.

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Vlogger completes 850 consecutive days of running

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Marketing copy generated by AI

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Dwayne Johnson Laughs at Vin Diesel’s Comments on Fast & Furious Feud

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World Cup 2022: Schedule, Expectations, and England’s Prospects

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Delicious and Healthy: Try These Vegan Sandwich Ideas

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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 [...]

Pope Condemns Travelling Abroad to Escape Coronavirus Lockdowns

Rich Nations Close to Tech Tax Deal

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

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

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