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Lucy Letby: The Dark Side of a Trusted Caregiver

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The Algorithmic Office: Predictive Economics and the Great AI Rationalisation

The corporate world is currently navigating a period of “Creative Destruction” that makes the 1990s internet boom look like a minor software update. By April 2026, the initial “wow factor” of generative AI has curdled [...]
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UK Black Lives Matter: Amplify our voices, we’re still ignored.

The Diminishing Black Lives Matter Movement in the UK Introduction: In this article, we will discuss the status of the Black Lives Matter movement in the UK, particularly after the peak of protests in the [...]
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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 [...]
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EU chief rejects Boris Johnson’s plea to renegotiate Irish protocol.

Critical Overview: The current dispute over the Northern Irish protocol between the United Kingdom and the European Union (EU) has escalated after the UK proposed changes to the Brexit deal. However, Ursula von der Leyen, [...]
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The Diminishing Attention Span: A Modern Conundrum

In an era defined by incessant connectivity and an ever-accelerating pace of life, a pervasive whisper has grown into a collective hum: are we losing our ability to concentrate? This isn’t merely a nostalgic lament [...]

Biden Approves Implementation of Drone Tracking Technology

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28 April 2022 0

The Biden administration recently released the “Domestic Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems National Action Plan”, calling on Congress to authorize more law enforcement agencies to access drone tracking systems. The White House’s proposal aims to expand the […]

Gilbert & George

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Whitecube (Mason’s Yd): 9th April – 12th May 2012 Free, Photo from gallery website. News cuttings A collection of medium sized mixed media pictures with evocative headlines and imagery. The exhibition is a series which […] […]

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

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29 July 2021 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. […]

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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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 […]

French Election Results: A Harbinger of a Contentious Second Round and Implications for the Left

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: Emmanuel Macron’s re-election victory marks a historic moment in French political history, as he is the first French president to win re-election while still leading his own government. However, despite his convincing victory […]

WHO Warns of AI Risks for Healthcare

Critical Overview: WHO Ethics Guidance on AI in Health The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released a new report, Ethics & Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health, which urges caution against overestimating the benefits of [...]

Queer theatre debuts ‘Daddy’, a groundbreaking play

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Jeremy O. Harris’ play Daddy, directed by Danya Taymor and first staged off Broadway in 2019, explores the complex issues of race, money, and art patronage in contemporary America. The play’s central feature […]

House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space

29 July 2021 0

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 […]

The End of an Era for Croydon’s Home Grown Bakery

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The sudden and dramatic collapse of Coughlans Bakery into voluntary liquidation is a stark reminder of today’s economic fragile realities. For decades, the high street retail sector has been treated by successive governments as a […]

Revolutionize Dessert with this Cupcake Recipe

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29 July 2021 0

This recipe provides instructions for making cupcakes with buttercream frosting. The recipe specifies the required ingredients and steps to be followed to create the cupcakes. The instructions include a step-by-step guide, including preheating the oven [...]

Discovering the Natural Beauty of Samoa

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Samoa, located in the South Pacific and often overshadowed by its famous neighbours like Fiji and French Polynesia, is a destination that offers an authentic and rustic experience to visitors who are willing [...]

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Rising cost of living strains household budgets

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The unclaimed benefits, tax discounts, and food vouchers in the UK have reached a staggering £15 billion annually. This figure is derived from online benefits calculators as the government does not track how [...]

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British Princes Unveil Diana Statue Amid Rift

28 July 2021 0

The long-anticipated meeting of the two British Princes, William and Harry, finally took place in central London, amidst months of tension and turmoil caused by the royal family’s internal strife. The occasion was to unveil [...]

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Rapid Advancement of Quantum Computing Technology in 2021

29 July 2021 0

The Global Significance of Quantum Technology: Critical Overview The digital age is characterized by the growing importance of quantum technologies. As the world moves towards further digitalization, a revolution in quantum technology is on the [...]