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A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

31 January 2025 content editor Comments Off

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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Murdered daughters’ search slow due to systemic racism, says mother.

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, [...]
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Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show

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 [...]
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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 [...]
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Boris Johnson’s New Cabinet: Who’s In?

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. [...]
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Book Early: 15 Glamping Sites for Summer 2021.

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 [...]

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

Africa

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 […]

The Tariff Tempest: Is the Global Economy Caught in a Zero-Sum Game?

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19 July 2025 Comments Off

“Tariff is a Beautiful Word”: The Resurgence of Protectionism The phrase echoes with a singular, almost defiant clarity: “Tariff is a beautiful word”, Trump. These aren’t the musings of some obscure economic theorist, but the […]

EastEnders 2021 Preview: 12 Spoilers to Watch For

Entertainment

29 July 2021 Comments Off

The beloved British soap opera EastEnders had a highly eventful Christmas with some shocking revelations, unexpected romance, a murder, and some blasts from the past, setting the stage for a highly-anticipated 2021. The executive producer, […]

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

Culture

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 […]

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

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28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

The Prince of Darkness Rests: A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

7 August 2025 Comments Off

In a world he helped define with thunderous riffs and an inimitable wail, John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness, has finally found peace. The news of his passing, at the age of 76, […]

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

28 April 2022 Comments Off

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 […]

Rising Start-Up Trends: Analyzing the Future of Entrepreneurship and its Impacts on Society

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: The venture capital-backed technology companies have played a significant role in driving the economic recovery since the onset of Covid-19 two years ago, exceeding all expectations. The VC ecosystem is increasingly looking like […]

L’Escargot: Chic Eatery and Lounge

Cuisine

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 [...]

Ulez Expansion Could Cost £130m, Confirms Sadiq Khan

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29 July 2021 Comments Off

Costs and Controversy Surrounding London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone Expansion The expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) is set to cost Transport for London (TfL) between £120-£130m by October, as revealed by London Mayor, Sadiq [...]

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Chris Smalls Emerges as a Leading Voice in the Future of Labor, Advocating for Workers’ Rights and Fair Treatment in Corporate America

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: Chris Smalls is the leader of the Amazon Labor Union, an organization that emerged as a response to Amazon’s fiercely anti-union stance. Smalls, along with his friend and co-organizer Derrick Palmer, managed to [...]

Entertainment

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

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Nintendo Movie Release Delayed: Illumination’s Super Mario Bros. Film Postponed Until April 2023 Introduction: Nintendo Direct is an annual event that is highly anticipated by Nintendo fans. At the September 2021 event, it was announced [...]

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COVID-19 pandemic linked to surge in depression rates

28 April 2022 Comments Off

Critical Overview: A new scientific review conducted by researchers at Bath University reveals that during the first lockdown in March 2020, the prevalence of depression in the UK surged from 4% to 32% of the [...]

Meet singer-songwriter Seymour, her enigmatic lyrics and her journey in the music industry

22 January 2024 Comments Off on Meet singer-songwriter Seymour, her enigmatic lyrics and her journey in the music industry
OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed

17 May 2023 Comments Off on OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, told Congress that government intervention is needed
New weight loss pill promises dramatic results

28 April 2022 Comments Off on New weight loss pill promises dramatic results
Meta ramps up US store openings to drive Metaverse agenda

28 April 2022 Comments Off on Meta ramps up US store openings to drive Metaverse agenda
Wireless Technologies Widely Used for IoT Applications

29 July 2021 Comments Off on Wireless Technologies Widely Used for IoT Applications

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Boris Johnson Declares War on Cancel Culture

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Critical Overview: The UK government plans to address the issue of cancel culture by introducing the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Bill. The legislation aims to ensure free and open debate on university campuses in [...]

A Pause in Hostilities: Evaluating the Middle East Ceasefire

Murdered daughters’ search slow due to systemic racism, says mother.

Lockdowns Could Increase Child Poverty in UK, Latest Figures Show

Google/Alphabet Do no evil?

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

Book Early: 15 Glamping Sites for Summer 2021.

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

Revolutionize Dessert with this Cupcake Recipe

The UK Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, Faces Growing Scrutiny

Apple curbs Genius store recruitment amid downsizing