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Lucy Letby: The Dark Side of a Trusted Caregiver

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

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 [...]
Culture

Exploring the relationship between Chinese art and censorship fears

Critical Overview: The Chinese government’s control of online content is backed by a sophisticated infrastructure of laws and censors, as exposed by Wen Yunchao. Censorship falls into two categories: public security authorities and internet police [...]
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Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

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 [...]
Technology

Explained: What Is Blockchain?

Critical Overview: Blockchain technology has garnered significant attention in recent years due to its potential to enhance trust in record keeping and financial transactions. This system involves recording information in a way that makes it [...]
Cuisine

Savouring the Flavors of Sri Lankan Cuisine

A Critical Overview of Must-Try Sri Lankan Dishes Introduction Sri Lankan cuisine is renowned for its unique and complex flavors that reflect the country’s history and multicultural influences. The following are some of the must-try [...]

Chef Gino’s Saucy Antics Turn Sour on Set

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Murdered daughters’ search slow due to systemic racism, says mother.

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28 July 2021 Comments Off

Examining the Role of Race in the Slow Response to the Disappearance and Murder of Two Women by the Police The slow response of the police to the disappearance and subsequent murder of Bibaa Henry, […]

Which Billionaire is Winning the Space Race?

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

Hepatitis outbreak spreads among children in UK

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

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 […]

Touring Gardens: A Horticulturist’s Handbook for Vacations.

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Gardening has long been a popular leisure activity, and it seems that this trend is extending to travel as well. Garden-inspired breaks have emerged as a new travel niche, catering to green-fingered travelers […]

Where to Invest Your Money: Navigating the UK’s Economic Crosscurrents

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The financial landscape in the United Kingdom presents a complex challenge for savers and aspiring investors. A confluence of economic headwinds – sluggish wage growth, a property market increasingly out of reach for many, persistent […]

Covid-19 and May 2021’s Impact on Mental Health

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

The pandemic has had a significant impact on the UK, with widespread health, economic, and social consequences. In particular, the pandemic has led to a sharp increase in mental health needs in the population, with [...]

Syrian Air Defences Intercept Israeli Attack Over Aleppo

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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 [...]

Culture

The Future of UK Music Industry: 5 Reasons for Optimism.

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 [...]

Entertainment

Beauty and the Beast: Untangling Toxicity in Gender Narratives

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Business

Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

17 May 2023 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in DebtNewchip Accelerator, a startup creator in Austin, Texas, rebranded as Astralabs, declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy, due to accruing some $4.8 million in debt, reportedly exceeding its $1.7 [...]

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

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Household Debt: A Key Economic Indicator

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Indulge in Thai Green Chicken Curry: Recipe Included

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The UK Pendulum Shifts Further to the Right?

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Millions of Android Users Could Be Owed Money from Google

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UK House Prices Reach Six-Year High in 2020

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Critical Overview: According to the building society Nationwide, UK house prices experienced a growth rate of 7.5% in 2020, the highest in six years. The prices were 5.3% above the level prevailing in March, indicating [...]

Lucy Letby: The Dark Side of a Trusted Caregiver

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

Exploring the relationship between Chinese art and censorship fears

Elon Musk’s tweets spark rise in Twitter shares

Explained: What Is Blockchain?

Savouring the Flavors of Sri Lankan Cuisine

Unveiling Lockdown’s Top Wellbeing Trends.

Radio Personality Tim Westwood Faces Allegations of Sexual Misconduct and Abuse of Power

Why Sundance Film Festival Matters to Independent Cinema

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