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Africa’s Undiscovered Gems: Your Guide to the Ultimate Adventure

7 August 2025 content editor Comments Off

Are you ready for an adventure that will awaken your soul and fill your photo album with breathtaking memories? Cast aside the familiar European city breaks and discover the magnificent, sun-drenched continent of Africa. Far […]

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The UK and the Recognition of Palestine: A Diplomatic Tightrope

The protracted conflict between Israelis and Palestinians is a deeply entrenched geopolitical struggle, rooted in competing historical narratives, religious claims, and national aspirations. Its origins stretch back millennia, with both Jewish and Arab peoples holding [...]
Business

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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Electric Vehicle Drivers Struggle with Limited Charging Infrastructure

Critical Overview Electric vehicles (EVs) have become increasingly popular among people who are concerned about the environment and want to reduce their carbon footprint. Governments around the world have set ambitious goals to increase the [...]
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Step into the ‘Dr Who: Time Fracture’ immersive experience

Critical Overview: Doctor Who: Time Fracture Doctor Who: Time Fracture, an immersive experience located near Bond Street Station in London, is produced by Immersive Everywhere in collaboration with the BBC. The warehouse setting is transformed [...]
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Ukraine Conflict: Analyzing the Ongoing Struggle for Sovereignty and Global Implications

Critical Overview The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been ongoing since 2014, and the recent events in Bucha have only heightened tensions between the two nations. The emergence of new drone footage, exclusively obtained [...]

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, […]

Smart Homes: Back in the Agenda

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

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 […]

Rising cost of living strains household budgets

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

Google/Alphabet Do no evil?

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18 July 2025 Comments Off

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 […]

Dating in 2021: Honesty Over Ghosting

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Single people have found themselves in a difficult position during the COVID-19 pandemic. With social distancing eliminating many opportunities to meet new people, many people have had to adapt to virtual dating. However, this trend […]

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 [...]

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 […]

2021 Horoscope Overview: What to Expect

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Astrology for 2021: Overview Horoscopes As we move into 2021, we leave behind the astrological challenges of the previous year and look forward to rebuilding and improving our lives. The astrology for 2021 promises a […]

Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

29 July 2021 Comments Off

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, […]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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Bafta TV Awards 2021: Full list of winners and nominees

29 July 2021 Comments Off

Critical Overview The Bafta Television Awards are a highly anticipated event that celebrates the best television productions and performances of the year. The list of winners and nominees for the main categories at this year’s [...]

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OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

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The Tech Gist OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, has told Congress that government intervention is needed to regulate the risks of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Altman proposed creating a regulatory agency to licence the most [...]

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Choosing the Best Smart Speaker for Your Needs: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Amazon and Alexa Devices in the Age of Big Tech

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Critical Overview Smart speakers with Alexa built-in have become increasingly popular, providing users with a convenient and efficient way to control their smart homes and access a wide range of information and entertainment services. While [...]

EU chief rejects Boris Johnson’s plea to renegotiate Irish protocol.

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Explained: What Is Blockchain?

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Insights into Japan’s Sakura Festivals, Cherry Blossom

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Marketing copy generated by AI

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The Missile Chessboard: Ukraine’s Brutal Brinkmanship and the West’s Unsteady Hand

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Household Debt: A Key Economic Indicator

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A Critical Overview of Household Debt, Average Mortgage Interest Rates, and Individual Insolvencies Household Debt as a % of Disposable Income The ratio of household debt to disposable income has been a concern for policymakers [...]

Africa’s Undiscovered Gems: Your Guide to the Ultimate Adventure

The UK and the Recognition of Palestine: A Diplomatic Tightrope

Newchip Liquidates Under $4.8 Million in Debt

Electric Vehicle Drivers Struggle with Limited Charging Infrastructure

Step into the ‘Dr Who: Time Fracture’ immersive experience

Ukraine Conflict: Analyzing the Ongoing Struggle for Sovereignty and Global Implications

A Brief History of Grime Music

Experience the Excitement: Rio Carnival 2022

Beauty and the Beast: Untangling Toxicity in Gender Narratives

Sex Workers Fear for Their Future Amid Coronavirus Lockdowns