Theatre

The Architecture of Awe: My Neighbour Totoro and the Industrialisation of Wonder

8 April 2026 content editor 0

How Studio Ghibli’s Pastoral Dream Conquered London’s Concrete Jungle At the Gillian Lynne Theatre, the air doesn’t just feel different; it feels filtered through a 1950s Japanese summer. As of April 2026, the Royal Shakespeare […]

Theatre’s Resilience: Overcoming COVID-19’s Impact.

29 July 2021 content editor 0

Critical Overview: Will Theatre Survive COVID-19? The impact of COVID-19 has led to questions about whether theatre will survive. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s remarks and Helen Lewis’s article in The Atlantic added to the growing concerns. […]

Cuisine

Simple sushi, A Simple Recipe

Ingredients: 2 cups of sushi rice2 cups of water1/4 cup of rice vinegar2 tablespoons of sugar1 teaspoon of salt1/2 lb of fresh tuna sashimi1 avocado, sliced1/2 cucumber, sliced1/4 cup of soy sauceWasabi pastePickled ginger Instructions: [...]
Africa

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

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 [...]
Entertainment

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

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 [...]
Travel

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

Critical Overview: Djibouti, a small and arid desert country in eastern Africa, is overshadowed by its much larger neighbors, Somalia and Ethiopia. Despite its size, Djibouti’s strategic location along the Red Sea and in close [...]
Travel

Rio’s Cancellation of Carnival Parade Leaves City in Bereft

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, [...]

Sagrada Familia: The Iconic Temple of Barcelona

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28 April 2022 0

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 […]

Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show

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29 July 2021 0

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 […]

French Election Results: A Harbinger of a Contentious Second Round and Implications for the Left

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28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: Emmanuel Macron’s re-election victory marks a historic moment in French political history, as he is the first French president to win re-election while still leading his own government. However, despite his convincing victory […]

2021 Diets Ranked: U.S. News & World Report’s Analysis

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29 July 2021 0

U.S. News & World Report recently released its rankings of the best diets for 2021, with the Mediterranean diet taking the top spot for the third year in a row. The DASH and flexitarian diets […]

US and Germany Strike Nord Stream 2 Pipeline Deal to Counter Russian ‘Aggression’

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29 July 2021 0

Critical Overview: US and Germany Agree on Nord Stream 2 Pipeline The United States and Germany recently announced an agreement on the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline, which aims to address the strategic risks of […]

The Dangers of No-Fault Evictions in the UK

Critical Overview: The Dangers of No-Fault Evictions in the UK No-fault evictions have been a common practice in the UK for years, leading to numerous cases of homelessness and housing insecurity. These evictions allow landlords [...]

Android 13 Beta Release Reignites Big Tech Debate

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Google has announced the release of the first public beta of Android 13 for users of compatible Pixel devices. While the company is expected to unveil more information about the update at its […]

Margot Robbie to Star as Barbie in Upcoming Live-Action Film, Sparking Controversy and Conversations on Beauty Standards in the Entertainment Industry

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: The iconic Mattel doll, Barbie, will soon be brought to life on the big screen in a live-action movie directed by Greta Gerwig, featuring Margot Robbie in the lead role. The teaser image […]

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 […]

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Highlights and Controversies

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29 July 2021 0

Cannes Film Festival 2021: The Good, the Bad, and the Saliva Tests Despite the pandemic, the Cannes Film Festival drew in a larger number of film stars for obligatory photo opportunities. One particular photo of [...]

The Architect of Austerity? Labour’s Identity Crisis in the Age of Pragmatism

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20 April 2026 0

The honeymoon period for Sir Keir Starmer’s administration did not just end; it evaporated. Following a landslide victory in July 2024, the Labour Party inherited a nation weary of “Polycrisis,” yet the mandate for “Change” [...]

Culture

Fashion industry on the brink of transformation by Metaverse

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview Fashion is an industry that has always been in flux, but recent technological developments have brought about new changes. One such development is the use of digital fashion, which is clothing that exists [...]

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Apple curbs Genius store recruitment amid downsizing

28 April 2022 0

Critical Overview: Apple Inc. has reportedly slowed down its hiring process for certain retail positions, specifically for its Genius technical-support roles. The tech giant has informed some stores that it will not be filling Genius [...]

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 [...]

In the Spotlight

Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?

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A Critical Overview of UK Cabinet Reshuffle The recent cabinet reshuffle conducted by Prime Minister Boris Johnson has received much attention, particularly in light of the expectation for increased diversity among the new cabinet members. [...]

The Architecture of Awe: My Neighbour Totoro and the Industrialisation of Wonder

Theatre’s Resilience: Overcoming COVID-19’s Impact.

Simple sushi, A Simple Recipe

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

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

Djibouti: The Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa

Rio’s Cancellation of Carnival Parade Leaves City in Bereft

Bridget Riley, National Gallery

London Pride Parade Chronicles UK’s LGBTQ+ Rights Struggle.

Exploring the unknown: What happens when we die?

Experts Recommend the Top Diets for 2022