Live Music Costs
Over 20 million people went to a gig or concert in 2023 to see their favourite artists and bands! But some people have a hard time affording these luxuries after ticket prices have sky-rocketed over the past decade. But why? Why do artists feel the need to charge such prices Continue Reading
Taxing Farmers
The government have announced plans, from April 2026 inherited agricultural assets worth more than £1m, which were before exempt, will now have an inheritance tax at 20%. The government insists that only the richest would face an extra tax bill, but farming groups don’t agree saying almost every farming estate Continue Reading
Imran Khan Protests
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, has sparked protests in the capital, Islamabad. Thousands of individuals are marching on the streets attempting to persuade the government to release Mr. Khan, who was sentenced to 14 years in prison after allegations of corruption and illegal sale of state gifts. Chaos Continue Reading
Trump: Protector of Women
Donald Trump, the former and now re-elected US president prides himself on being a ‘Protector of women’ and claims that he will ‘do it, whether the women like it or not’ he is ‘going to protect them’. But how should we feel about his offer…? During the 2024 presidential election, Continue Reading
Holidays Are Coming…?
After using the same advert for over 39 years, the widely loved Coca-Cola beverage advert team used artificial intelligence (AI) to glow up the retro advert that was first aired in 1995. In the previous years the appearance of a Coca-Cola Christmas advert was the sign of the Christmas festive Continue Reading
History of Fashion
Since the 16th century, fashion has dramatically evolved in the UK, from gowns to oversized clothing. Today, many different designer brands have distinct styles and flares. Fashion has taken the world by storm and continues to evolve and reshape itself. Trends typically last between a decade and a century because Continue Reading
Taliban Strips-away Women’s Basic Rights
The Taliban have banned women in Afghanistan from speaking in public. This news has shocked and disheartened women in Afghanistan. One woman said, “If we can’t speak, why live?” Shabana met with the BBC to discuss current issues with women’s rights. This law saddened Shabana and other women in Afghanistan, Continue Reading
The U.S. Elections, 2024
The recent U.S. 2024 presidential election has sparked speculation and questions about what this means for women worldwide. The US election saw President-elect Donald Trump back in the white house ‘running the show’; this time, he will be in a position of more power. Trump has been outspoken over his Continue Reading
Snapchat enters its teenage years!
Snapchat recently celebrated its 13th birthday, the same age you must be to use this platform. Within Snapchat, many things appear to children for them to do, hence the popularity of Snapchat. There are features such as the camera, which has filters that are frequently used, stories, which can be Continue Reading
Social Media Doomscrolling: The Damage
Many people use social media daily, ranging from Facebook (the most prominent social media app) to Discord (one of the smallest). Still, all social media have their advantages and disadvantages. Some mental issues can also be raised throughout these media, with how people compare themselves to others being a primary Continue Reading