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Outrage as Hunting Parties Exempt From UK Governments ‘Rule of Six’ Law

September 27, 2020

Hunting is a contentious issue within the United Kingdom, with many organisations campaigning to protect UK wildlife and against the practice of “blood sports” such as Fox Hunting – an activity that has been a “traditional sport” in some circles of British life.

Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum Finalizing Depot Project With Over 150,000 Exhibits

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September 25, 2020

Smack in the middle of Rotterdam is a structure that curves over 120 feet in the air and reflects the clouds through its walls of mirrored glass. The Boijmans Van Beuningen museum now has a new open storage extension that will contain collections of over 150,000 objects from a wide variety of collections.

London Fashion Week September 2020 – How Has The Event Adapted?

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September 23, 2020

As with many of the popular lifestyle and cultural events that many look forward to every year, London Fashion Week has also been moved predominantly online due to the coronavirus and the gender-neutral showcase of the SS21 collections began this week.

The Arguments in Favour of A Four-Day Working Week

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September 19, 2020

The pandemic has proven to be a trying and unprecedented time for everyone. Our life plans, daily routines and in some cases, livelihoods have been disrupted. However, in terms of the workplace, for many companies, the enforced lockdown procedures to safeguard against the spread of COVID-19.

Ambient Music-Maker John Hassell On Embracing The Sounds Of The World

The 83-year-old ambient musician has been praised over the years from other artists such as Bono, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Björk, and countless others.

Hassell himself describes the fourth world music of today as any body of work that takes multiple elements from various genres of sound and is able to convey the message of: “I’m aware of that, I’m aware of this, and here’s what I’m coming up with.” Read more…

September 22, 2020

Rhianna Pratchett Thrilled To Continue Father’s Legacy As Fantasy Fiction Author

Rhianna Pratchett grew up watching her father create a mythical world that fans fell in love with through his iconic Discworld comic book series. Now, five years after Terry Pratchett’s death, Rhianna decided to try her hand at fantasy fiction writing.

September 17, 2020

JK Rowling’s New Book Faces Accusations Of Transphobia

September 15, 2020

Be More Danish, Be More Hygge

September 12, 2020

Greif and Mourning in a Pandemic

September 9, 2020

The Oscars Announce New Diversity Requirements For ‘Best Picture’ Eligibility

The Legacy of Chadwick Boseman

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September 8, 2020

2020 has dealt some rough blows, but none more so than the tragic and premature death of actor Chadwick Boseman. Having brought to life the character of King T’Challa in the Marvel epic Black Panther.

The Rise Of The ‘Staycation’ In The UK

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September 4, 2020

Some countries are now opening up tourism following coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, relaxing travel restrictions mean that airlines are jetting off, taking holidaymakers to their desired destinations.

John Boyega Claims Non-White Roles Are ‘Pushed To The Side’ In Star Wars Franchise

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September 3, 2020

British actor John Boyega recently spoke with the media and criticized the treatment of all non-white actors on the set of the most recent Star Wars film. Boyega claims that all POC actors may have been marketed as important and crucial elements to the storyline, but the reality was they were “ultimately pushed to the side.”

Crying, Learning, and Laughing: Why Students Visit the Teen Center

How To Help Teenagers Navigate These Uncertain Times

September 1, 2020

As schools begin to reopen, parents are worried about what the future will hold for their kids, Crying, Learning, and Laughing by Tamika Murray is one place they can find some answers.

Glossier Former Employees Share Their Experience of Anti-Black Culture

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September 1, 2020

After many difficult months in the beauty retail business, Glossier, a billion-dollar beauty start up business, announced on 7th August 2020 that the company would be letting go of their retail employees in all three locations, New York, Los Angeles and London. Employees of all three branches have been on furlough since June as a result of the global pandemic.

Creatives Call For End To Homophobia in Poland

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August 30, 2020

Influential figures such as Ian McEwan, Slavoj Zizek and Judith Butler have joined together amongst 70 other signatories to express their concern for the rise of homophobia and transphobia in Poland under President Andrzej Duda.

Whitney Museum Cancels Exhibit Highlighting Work Around ‘BLM’ And Covid-19 Amid Controversy

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August 28, 2020

The Whitney Museum announced this week that they would be cancelling an exhibition that was meant to center around the Black Lives Matter movement as well as Covid-19.

Young People and The Coronavirus in Europe

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August 27, 2020

When the coronavirus pandemic spread across the world, it was quickly understood that those at the highest risk were either suffering from an underlying health condition or simply, over a certain age. Although young people were not immune to the virus, it is arguable that early reports and figures showing older people were at a higher risk of serious complications.

UK Women Furloughed More Than Men – New Study Finds

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August 22, 2020

When the coronavirus pandemic swept across the UK, the government imposed a countrywide lockdown. Those that could work from home were asked to do so, otherwise businesses needing to work on a skeleton staff had to put employees on furlough.

Increase In Hospital Visits Resulting From West Coast Wildfires Has Doctors ConcernedSeptember 18, 2020 - 12:14
The Northern California health system has reported a major surge in cases involving toxic smoke and its alarming health effects.
Tourists Would Rather Cancel A Trip Than Have To Wear A Mask On VacationSeptember 16, 2020 - 12:46
According to a recent study, the travel industry is set to take a large economic hit in the coming months as the seasons change and more tourists opt to cancel their holiday trips.
How To Help Teenagers Navigate These Uncertain TimesSeptember 1, 2020 - 13:08
As schools begin to reopen, parents are worried about what the future will hold for their kids, Crying, Learning, and Laughing by Tamika Murray is one place they can find some answers.

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Hunting is a contentious issue within the United Kingdom, with many organisations campaigning to protect UK wildlife and against the practice of “blood sports” such as Fox Hunting – an activity that has been a “traditional sport” in some circles of British life.

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