Literature
We Were Liars follows the story of a wealthy but broken family, known as the Sinclairs. Candance, our narrator, is the eldest grandchild of the Sinclairs. “The Sinclairs are athletic, tall and handsome. We are old-money Democrats. Our smiles are wide, our chins square, and our tennis serves aggressive.” -
Culture
Anne Raven Wilkinson, born in New York City on February 2, 1935 was an American dancer who is credited for having been the first African American woman to dance for a major classical ballet company. How it all Started Wilkinson became fascinated with ballet at a young age, after seeing
Politics
What the debate between Florida governor Ron DeSantis and California governor Gavin Newsom can tell us about the 2024 presidential election. With 2024 ever looming and campaigning ramping up, with the major contenders out and about greeting and rallying voters, its worth looking at what the main issues of the
Politics
VVD Rules Out Role in Cabinet The dutch liberal centre-right party VVD has ruled out a potential role in any future cabinet this election cycle. With the party's leader Dilan Yesilgöz stating that the party would need to find a new part in parliament, the party lost 10
Science
Special relativity is built upon two postulates: 1. Speed of light in the vacuum is constant in all inertial frames 2. The laws of physics are the same in all inertial frames Definition: Inertial frames are coordinate systems travelling at constant velocities relative to each other. An observer’s rest
Ella Fitzgerald (April 25, 1917 - June 15, 1996) has always been a prominent figure in the world of jazz. She is often referred to as the “The First Lady of Song”, “Queen of Jazz” and “Lady Ella.” Rightfully so, as she was the most popular female jazz singer in
Politics
Calling Stockton a shithole when asked about child poverty, the Prime Minister being attacked by the former home Secretary (Suella Braverman), infighting within the Tories and Labour, Brexit, the SNP falling, Northern Ireland’s political stand-off, the economic situation encroaching on opportunity and more, so, so very much more. This
Literature
The story takes place in 1939, Germany is on the verge of war. A nine-year-old German girl, Liesel Meminger, is on a train with her mother and younger brother, heading towards a town in southern Germany. Her father has been detained by the government for being a communist, forcing him
Culture
Most famously known for his piano composition ‘Gymnopédie No. 1’, Erik Satie has been praised by historians for having paved the way for minimalism in classical music. His witty and unconventional musical style had a profound influence on 20th century music, particularly in France. The Life of Erik Satie Erik
Culture
Yayoi Kusama is a 94-year-old contemporary Japanese artist whose primary medium is sculpture and installation. She is also active in painting, performance, filmmaking, fashion, poetry and fiction among other arts. Her artistic language is a fusion of minimalism, surrealism, pop art, and abstract expressionism, embedded with profound autobiographical and psychological
Culture
Fanny Mendelssohn was born into a rich family in Hamburg on the 14th of November in 1805. Her father, Abraham Mendhelsson, worked as a banker and provided a comfortable life for his family. Her mother, on the other hand, was a distinguished pianist and singer who took a great interest
Culture
Climate Activists Destroy Important Painting at the National Gallery in the Name of Justice On Monday 11 a.m., two members of the Just Stop Oil group entered the National Gallery in London and used emergency hammers to strike the glassthat protected a 17th-century painting by Diego Velazquez. The painting,