Opinion – who’s actually changing British culture, if at all?
Why has the precedent that ‘British culture is dying’ invaded every aspect of our lives recently? From TikTok commentary to culture-war politics, who is really influencing the supposed shift in British culture? Claims that Muslims and BAME communities are erasing British culture have become a popular rhetoric in recent...
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The new Women in the Workplace report is pretty dire
Findings suggest women' s professional development was only a priority for half of US businesses in 2025. ‘Many companies are overlooking women – and it’s crucial that they don’t,’ reads the opening line of the 2025 Women in the Workplace report. What follows is no more encouraging. The state of...
Statistics say third of Londoners suffer ‘hygiene poverty’
A third of London residents are reportedly unable to afford basic hygiene products as we enter 2026, according to stats from health charity Hygiene Bank. It’s COVID season everyone, and I know that because I currently have it for a fourth time. I can confidently state this because I’m in a...
ICE continues its reign of terror in Minnesota
Days after the shooting of Renée Good, ICE agents detained a five-year-old asylum seeker and fatally shot a 37-year-old healthcare professional. Local officials are calling for government intervention as fear spreads throughout the Minnesota community. In the span of a several days the situation in Minnesota has escalated as ICE...
Trump’s ICE crackdowns to exclude millions from World Cup festivities
The US is co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in partnership with Canada and Mexico. Donald Trump is firm in denying millions of loyal soccer fans a chance to show support for their favourite teams, due to restrictive immigration policies and the risks of ICE raids. In 2026, the US,...
AI is helping African mothers give birth safely
The anticipation of having a baby is often clouded with uncertainty for Africa’s women as well as their families and healthcare providers due to an overwhelming number of pregnancy complications. According to WHO, annually there are over 2 million stillbirths in the world, over half occurring in Sub-Saharan Africa. These...
Why are those on £100k salaries struggling financially?
Dubbed ‘High Earners, Not Rich Yet’ (or Henrys), young Brits are feeling the pinch thanks to tax traps and inflation. Unless you’ve found yourself in a high-paying job (or grew up with a silver spoon between your lips), £100k probably sounds like a lot of money. But young people earning these six figures claim to be struggling financially – both in the UK and across the pond. Henrys, particularly...
Trump’s policies are costing him his approval ratings
Now he’s afraid he might get impeached. Donald Trump’s election against Kamala Harris shocked many, with the former narrowly securing 49.8% of the popular vote compared to the latter’s 48.3%. He secured a clean sweep of all seven swing states, which ultimately secured him a second term. What makes his return to the Oval Office striking is that he delivered exactly what he preached during his campaign. Prominently among these...
London’s new Palestinian embassy proves the nation won’t be silenced
The ‘historic moment’ comes after the UK’s formal recognition of the Palestinian state. This is ‘proof that our identity cannot be denied’, said the Palestinian ambassador to the UK. Husam Zomlot spoke at the inauguration of Palestine's embassy in London this week – marking a turning point in the nation’s international presence. It comes months after the UK officially recognised the Palestinian state. Prime minister Keir Starmer announced in a...
ICE murder of a young mother points to a dangerous pattern
Agents shot and killed Renee Nicole Good whilst she was driving in her SUV. Her death marks a chapter in US history marred by inevitable violence. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were carrying out an immigration operation in Minnesota this week, when 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good refused to get out of her car. The mother of three had only recently moved to the city from Colorado, and was going about her...
