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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 […]

Culture

ICA’s History and Impact

Critical Overview The Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) holds an esteemed place in the pantheon of London’s cultural institutions. Established in 1946 by a group of prominent art figures including Geoffrey Grigson, Roland Penrose, Herbert [...]
Technology

Which Billionaire is Winning the Space Race?

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 [...]
Travel

Exploring the Vatican Museums: A Journey Through Art and History

A Critical Overview of the Vatican Museums’ Art Collection The Vatican Museums, founded by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century, are home to one of the world’s greatest art collections. It was expanded [...]
Business

Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

Critical Overview: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a significant crisis for businesses across the globe. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports that almost 400,000 UK companies closed in 2020, with a further 250,000 [...]
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Police Federation Ties Strained Via Home Secretary Priti Patel

Rank-and-File Police Officers Express Overwhelming Support for Vote of No Confidence in Home Secretary Priti Patel The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW), which represents approximately 130,000 officers, has made a scathing announcement denouncing [...]

Next-Gen Consoles’ Influence on PC Gaming

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

New Console Technologies for PC Gamers to Look Forward To PC gamers tend to be more interested in hardware launches from Nvidia and AMD, but there are good reasons to be interested in the new […]

Mastering Hunger: Top 5 Ghrelin-Reducing Foods for Lasting Fullness

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7 August 2025 Comments Off

In an era where the siren call of convenience foods is ever-present and the struggle with weight management and expanding waistlines is a common narrative, understanding the intricate mechanisms that govern our appetite is more […]

Unraveling the Mystery of the Caribbean’s Enigmatic People

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Discovering the pre-Arawak past in the Caribbean The Dominican Republic’s Samaná Peninsula holds a rare archaeological discovery that could potentially solve the mystery of the pre-Arawak people of the Caribbean. Anthropologists have been […]

England out of lockdown: “I want to dance” says public, but at what cost?

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28 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The British government has lifted all pandemic restrictions in England, including rules on mask-wearing and social distancing, amid warnings from scientists that this move will further fuel an already surging pandemic and risk […]

Rock Squalid – Will Smith Award Winning Punch

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Will Smith’s Altercation with Chris Rock at the Oscars The 94th Academy Awards ceremony was marred by an altercation between Hollywood actor Will Smith and presenter Chris Rock. Rock made a […]

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

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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, […]

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

28 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

Revolutionizing Capital: The Progressive Push for Cannabis Investments

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The recent announcement by the German government to legalize recreational cannabis during its current term has generated considerable buzz. This move has raised questions about whether adult recreational use of cannabis will become […]

Kew’s ‘Food Forever’ exhibit set for May 21st

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Kew Gardens will be hosting a summer programme in 2022, entitled Food Forever, that explores the impact of our eating habits on the planet. This event will include art installations, film screenings, talks [...]

A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

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The latest ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian territories surfaces from a confluence of factors that have necessitated a pause in hostilities. The escalation of violence had grave humanitarian impacts, drawing international outcry and calls [...]

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Jack Dorsey Speaks Out Against Potential Twitter Takeover, Highlighting the Need for Independent Social Media Platforms in a Digital World Dominated by Tech Giants

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview Jack Dorsey, former CEO of Twitter, recently shared his support for Elon Musk’s acquisition of the social media platform for $44 billion USD. Through a series of tweets, Dorsey expressed his belief that [...]

Travel

Rio’s Cancellation of Carnival Parade Leaves City in Bereft

29 July 2021 Comments Off

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the Rio Carnival to a halt, which has been celebrated for more than a century and continued even during the Spanish flu pandemic and both World Wars. Despite labor strikes, [...]

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Bodybuilding: A lifeline for my survival

28 April 2022 Comments Off

A Critical Overview of Dave Bautista’s Relationship with Bodybuilding Dave Bautista, a successful actor known for his roles in Guardians of the Galaxy and Dune, attributes his success and mental health to his love for [...]

Pat Boone Faces Backlash for Criticizing America’s Image in the Midst of Political Turmoil and Social Unrest

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

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Discovering the Far East

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

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The Gigawatt Question: Is Meta’s AI Mega Data Centre Proposal a Leap Forwards or Backwards

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Boys’ takes center stage at the Barbican

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A Critical Overview of BOYS: Exploring Masculinity through Collaborative Theatre BOYS is a theatrical performance that presents a fresh exploration of masculinity, using a collaborative and immersive approach to create an ethnically diverse ensemble of [...]

UK Unlikely to Experience Baby Boom Post-Pandemic

ICA’s History and Impact

Which Billionaire is Winning the Space Race?

Exploring the Vatican Museums: A Journey Through Art and History

Covid-19 Triggered a Start-Up Boom

Police Federation Ties Strained Via Home Secretary Priti Patel

UK Implements Production Control Measures to Ensure Fair Distribution and Preserve Resources

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

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