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UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

29 July 2021 content editor Comments Off

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 […]

North America

Google/Alphabet Do no evil?

I find this latest update from Google & Alphabet quite interesting if not a little unsettling. The famous motto, later downgraded to mantra of, ‘Do No Evil’ has been removed in a recent update to [...]
Travel

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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Touring Gardens: A Horticulturist’s Handbook for Vacations.

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 [...]
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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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Al Pacino’s New Relationship with Younger Partner Raises Eyebrows and Fuels Discussions on Age Gap Relationships

Critical Overview The media has been abuzz about the dating life of actor Al Pacino, who was recently photographed with a woman 53 years his junior. Noor Alfallah, 28, has been identified as his partner, [...]

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 […]

Benin’s Fearless Female Warriors: Uncovering Africa’s Hidden History

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Dahomey kingdom existed in West Africa from 1625 to 1894 and was situated in the present-day nation of Benin. It was renowned for the all-female army, the Dahomey Amazons, who were fearless […]

A Web of Illusion: Is the Internet Still the Internet?

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24 September 2025 Comments Off

The internet was once a digital playground, a boundless frontier for exploration and fun. The dream, born from military research by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), was of a decentralised network that could […]

The State of Racism in Modern Britain: Analyzing the Evidence.

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Inequality and Social Injustice Faced by Black and Minority Ethnic Groups in the UK To gain an understanding of the inequality and social injustice experienced by black and minority ethnic groups […]

L’Escargot: Chic Eatery and Lounge

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

L’Escargot, the French restaurant in London, has garnered a reputation as an iconic institution in Soho. Established as the oldest French restaurant in London, L’Escargot has managed to keep up-to-date, deftly navigating the changing culinary […]

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 […]

Elon Musk ‘Rather Hates’ Being CEO of Tesla

29 July 2021 Comments Off

An Examination of Elon Musk’s Disdain for Leadership at Tesla and the Alleged Pressure to Purchase SolarCity Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has revealed his aversion to the role of boss within the […]

Book Early: 15 Glamping Sites for Summer 2021.

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Importance of Booking Early for Glamping in 2021 The opening statement urges those interested in glamping to make reservations early. This trend is attributed to the increased popularity of staycations and a […]

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Toshiba Stuck in Never-ending News Cycle from Hell

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The Japanese conglomerate, Toshiba, has experienced a difficult week due to a series of unfortunate events, starting with the announcement that the Japanese government would not bail them out to prevent falling share [...]

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The UK’s New Digital Wall: The Battle Over Pornography Age Checks

7 August 2025 Comments Off

The internet, once a Wild West of unregulated information and connection, is now firmly within the sights of governments around the world. In the UK, this new era of digital regulation is encapsulated by the [...]

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Passive income: The new hustle in 2022

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview The ongoing global pandemic has resulted in countless people all over the world losing their jobs and, subsequently, their sources of income. This has created a clear need for alternative yet reliable income [...]

Africa

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

24 September 2025 Comments Off

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 [...]

Police Federation Ties Strained Via Home Secretary Priti Patel

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A Moment of Reflection: Time for a Change

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Unveiling Lockdown’s Top Wellbeing Trends.

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War of the Worlds: Ice Cube’s Gritty Take on Alien Invasion

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Your Ultimate 10-Country Bucket List: Fulfil Your Wanderlust!

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Smart Homes: Back in the Agenda

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The Appeal of Smart Home Technology in the UK: GfK Study Results GfK, a research firm, released the results of its annual Smart Home Study UK this week, indicating that the Covid-19 pandemic has revived [...]

UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

Google/Alphabet Do no evil?

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

Touring Gardens: A Horticulturist’s Handbook for Vacations.

Digital Mind Wash: How the Internet Shapes Our Brains

Al Pacino’s New Relationship with Younger Partner Raises Eyebrows and Fuels Discussions on Age Gap Relationships

Nintendo Confirms Delay of Super Mario Movie, Leaving Fans Anticipating Further Updates on Production Progress

Exploring the unknown: What happens when we die?

Discovering the Natural Beauty of Samoa

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