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UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

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The latest research from King’s College London indicates that birth rates in the UK are unlikely to increase despite the initial speculation of a post-pandemic baby boom. The study drew from a group of women […]

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Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

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 [...]
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Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

Critical Overview: The tradition of Hanami or cherry blossom viewing in Japan has a long history dating back to more than 1,000 years. The Japanese cherry tree, sakura, which is popular all over the country, [...]
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Prelude: The Veil and the Stone Nandita Dhatrika They say the spirals were born of two mothers.Solmyrra, the Weaver of Light, who sang harmony into the void and birthed worlds radiant with her song.And Veythara, [...]
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PMs Relationship with Truth Questioned

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 [...]

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

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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 […]

Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

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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 […]

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

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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 […]

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

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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 […]

Abortion in Northern Ireland: Politics and Law at Odds

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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.) […]

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

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, [...]

The Slow-Motion Collapse: The Real Impact of US Foreign Aid Cuts

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The world is witnessing a slow-motion collapse of decades of progress, not onthe battlefield, but in clinics, schools, and villages across the globe. The US government, under the leadership of the current President, has spearheaded […]

Discovering the Beauty of the UK: 2 Unforgettable Road Trips

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Introduction: Road trips are a unique way to explore a country, and the United Kingdom has some fantastic routes to offer. Whether you are planning a summer vacation or a weekend break, a road trip […]

Sagrada Familia: The Iconic Temple of Barcelona

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A Critical Overview of the Sagrada Familia: Barcelona’s Iconic Basilica The Sagrada Familia is widely recognized as the symbol of Barcelona, attracting millions of visitors from around the world each year. The Expiatory Temple of […]

UK Black Lives Matter: Amplify our voices, we’re still ignored.

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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 [...]

North Korea’s Provocative Missile Display: Analyzing the Political and Global Ramifications

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In a speech given during a military parade, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged to further develop his nuclear forces “at the fastest possible speed” and use them if provoked. His remarks suggest that [...]

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Proposal to make Extra UK Bank Holiday Monday Could Become Permanent

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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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UK Faces Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Shortage: Causes and Consequences

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Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a game-changer for many women going through menopause. It helps alleviate the often-debilitating symptoms that can make life feel like a never-ending battle with hot flushes and night sweats. So [...]

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Johnny Depp Likens Himself to Quasimodo Amid Ongoing Legal Battles and Public Scrutiny on His Personal Life

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Examining Johnny Depp’s Testimony in the Amber Heard Trial Johnny Depp, one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, is currently engaged in a lawsuit against his ex-wife Amber Heard. The lawsuit, which was filed in 2019, accuses [...]

Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show

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

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Unveiling Lockdown’s Top Wellbeing Trends.

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House Prices Reach New High as Buyers Seek More Space

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British Princes Unveil Diana Statue Amid Rift

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Pandemic reshapes world economy, highlights inequality and government failures.

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A Critical Overview of the Global Economic Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on the global economy, with nearly every country affected. As governments struggle to contain the virus, businesses [...]

UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

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