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Local rugby club provides 20,000 meals for NHS heroes (Josh Bartholomew, Hampton School)
London Irish RFC, based in Sunbury, have prepared over 20,000 meals for NHS workers in the local area through their Powering the NHS initiative. The professional team, who play in the Gallagher Premiership, teamed up with their sponsor Powerday to
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Different By Sanchana Hiththatiyage, Farringtons School
Now, as the heading says this article of mine is going to be very different and I shall tell you why… Mainly because everyone is posting articles about the current situation in the country or something related to it. Do not get me wrong that is
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Coronavirus: Impact on frontline warriors and their families, by Suhani Anand, Newstead Wood School
Priyenka Devkota shares her experience, in this interview, as a child of frontline NHS workers, regarding the impact the coronavirus has had on her family. Her mother is a head district nurse at Dulwich hospital and her father has a job in the eye
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Moving Forward from COVID-19. By Hasan Zaidi, Whitgift School
Next week the Boris Johnson will set out his “road map” for exiting lockdown, having returned to 10 Downing Street on Sunday. In today’s government briefing Johnson, whose fiancée recently delivered her first child, stated that the epidemic has
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How can you keep safe during the COVID-19 outbreak? By Kira Aspland, Carshalton High School for Girls
The current COVID-19 outbreak is a very worrying time for everybody. People are concerned about their jobs, education, money, futures, and especially their health. It is an even greater concern for those who have been listed as vulnerable people by
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London as a selfish, power driven City? by Maia Thabet, Gumley House
Some people believe London to be a welcoming city. However, with all its obvious greatness London could be argued to have become a hive for selfishness, as well as clearly reaching a point where capitalism has become very powerful. Firstly
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Communities come together in Covid-19 crisis, By Ellie Baker, Royal Russell School
As we all know, Covid-19 in general has brought so much sadness and dullness over everybody’s everyday lives, stopping the world from moving on and making people realise how much we all miss the small things we would usually take for granted. However
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Life in lockdown: different perspectives - by George Robertson, Parmiters School.
As of the 30th of April 2020, it has been 38 days since the judiciary hammer extended by the government's arm crashed down to declare a nation wide lockdown. From that point forward, life has moved at a pallbearers pace. For many, days have merged
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Your Immune System & Corona Virus -Tsion Tafari - Thames Christian College
Your Immune System & Corona Virus Coronavirus is a disease that attacks your respiratory system. Your immune system is a complex network of cells that protects and defends your body from infections and viruses. Your immune system records the germs
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Pav Dharia's Music Differs from the norm by Tarnpreet Jagdeo, Gumley House
Pav Dharia born in 1989 is an Australian Indian Singer, songwriter, producer and director based in Melbourne who has collaborated with many other artists to produce Rock, R&B and Ethnic style of music in both languages, Punjabi and English.
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COVID-19 and Its Incursion Onto our Idea of Time by Shreya Karuman, The Kingston Academy
On the fateful day of March 20th, the Prime Minister announced the cancellation of the GCSE 2020. A cloud of ambiguity descended on the students and teachers who had been diligently preparing for these exams. Students in general don’t exactly look
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The effects of lockdown on young people, By Hussain Zaidi, Whitgift School
Young people have been severely affected by the Government’s decision to enter a nationwide state of lockdown. Many young people have not attended school since the 20th of March, and are struggling with home learning. I decided to ask
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Gazing At Starlink Satellites, by Priyal Dhanjal, The Henrietta Barnett School for Girls
Elon Musk, an influential business tycoon known for creating Tesla and SpaceX, recently launched Starlink satellites into space. Many stargazers were animatedly waiting to catch sight of the series of Starlink satellites that were passing over the
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Time for a fast fashion decline by Aurora Middleton, Tolworth Girls' School
As our society develops, it becomes easier and cheaper to constantly buy new clothes, even if we have an abundance of them sitting in piles at home. This is mainly due to the accessibility through online shopping as well as streets brimming with shops
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Covid-19 Conspiracies: Free speech or dangerous lies? - Alex Buchanan, Wilson's School
During a global pandemic ensuring accurate factual information is available to the public is essential but how can we guarantee this when news is sourced from a growing range of outlets and how can limiting information ensure the right to Freedom of
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Seeing Disneyland in Florida, Orlando - Tsion Tafari - Thames Christian College
Seeing Disneyland in Florida Orlando Ecstatic and hyper-energetic, I sauntered into the immaculate coach, anticipating not only the hotel’s view but also the electrifying delight that awaited me. Through the windows, I could see the lush shrubbery
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"Home Thoughts" by Adam De Salle, The John Roan School
This is an article about lockdown - big surprise there, I’m sure. But I’ll save you the information I’m certain you’ve already heard before; the number of cases, of deaths, the symptoms of Covid-19. Those are not the topics I want to discuss. Of course
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Not enough is being done about plastic pollution by Jai Raven, Nower Hill High School
Plastic is possibly the most versatile and widely used material around the world. Ever since it's invention in 1907 it has been used everywhere from packaging to water bottles - living without it seems impossible! But there is a problem: Plastic lasts
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The World vs Coronavirus: Let us give Gratitude! Written by Lakavi Suthan, Woodford County High School
Many students were kept occupied in their little bubble: school, sudden alarming topic tests and learning the Renegade Dance Trend, which was blowing up on the well loved app, Tik Tok, had occupied them. Coronavirus has shadowed the commitments
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Speakers for schools’ virtual talks by Megan Bantleman, Nower Hill High School
Speakers for Schools support more than 2100 state schools and colleges and they support more than 900,000 young people. Offering all the advice a teenage would need for their transition into adulthood and life in a career, speakers for schools organise
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Life gains in Lockdown by Megan Bantleman, Nower Hill High School
During this time of lock down, parents have had to swap roles with teachers, put on their thinking caps and try to think of new and inventive ways to keep children occupied. In this period, supermarket shelves have been stripped bare, while parents
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Obsessive and anxious seeks peace, Elisa Mahmood- Ursuline High
I’m sixteen and I get pretty anxious with a sprinkling of obsession. Funny thing is, I’m not on social media, bullied at school or mesmerised by the reflection I see of myself. I still feel like I live on the edge and, at times, this
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To what extent is Britain a liberal democracy? (Jamali Blair, Wallington County Grammar School)
Amidst the restrictive lockdown measures currently in place in Britain due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the debate over the extent to which Britain is a liberal democracy has reignited, with libertarian political commentators such as Peter Hitchens
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Many young people fear for their future amid COVID-19 crisis - Izzy (Reigate College)
Since UK schools shut on the 20th of March, most young people have launched into home school and subsequently faced big fears for their future. As a Lower Sixth student myself, I have not stopped worrying about how the current crisis will impact on
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Unusual Art – Drop the cartridge paper and graphite pencil by Megan Bantleman, Nower Hill High School
For years, we have been limited to simple tonal drawings, however now it is time to extend our artistic flares. We should explore new and unusual art mediums and techniques. Recently, I have learnt a new artistic skill (pyrography). I was shocked
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Octopus Communities Network Respond to Covid-19 - Tsion Tafari -Thames Christian College
Octopus Communities Network Respond to Covid-19 Coronavirus has changed our lives significantly. The measures taken by the government like the lockdown are needed but have had negative impacts on: food poverty, mental health, physical health (exercise
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A Generation of Appreciation. By Bethan Massey, Rosebery School
Everyone always talks about the big things that happen to you throughout your life that change your perspective, make you appreciate things you never saw before. Scrap that. The things that you saw but never were really grateful for. The small things
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Best Quarantine Baking Recipes
In these uncertain times it's difficult to think about everything going back to normal anytime soon. Pessimistic as this sounds, there are many positives was can take from this. My favourite activity at the moment, other than our daily opportunity
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Has Covid-19 exposed the cultural disconnect and inequality within our society? By Romayssa Sebai, Walthamstow School For Girls
Around the world, workers that have been deemed as “essential workers” are tirelessly battling with the coronavirus pandemic. These are the nurses, farmworkers, grocery clerks, truck drivers, cleaners and teachers, who back many of us stand on to have
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How are Mencap making change? by Amelia Downs, Langley Park School for Girls
Mencap has been the voice of learning disability since 1946 and are due to be the London Marathon’s official charity of 2020. What are their aims and how can you get involved? Mencap are the leading learning disability charity in the UK. They work
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Meditation as a complementary medicine by Megan Bantleman, Nower Hill High School
Numerous studies show that meditation can improve psychological health, improve positive emotions and even decrease anxiety. For many years Buddhists have used meditation to relieve suffering and eventually become enlightened, although meditation
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Reaching the Peak, What does that mean? By: Dinah Owiredu, Newstead Wood
We have been in Quarantine for almost six weeks and it was announced yesterday by Matt Hancock, the Health Secretary, that we have reached the peak of our nation’s battle with the virus. Which is good news, Mr Johnson also informed us that we are entering
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Do you believe in soulmates? by Harishni Manoharan, The Henrietta Barnett School
Soulmate, a person with whom one has a feeling of deep or natural affinity. The term in current usage refers to a romantic partner with the suggestion of an exclusive lifelong bond. But just what is the chances of meeting that special someone? With
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Anne - Singer Interview
Who was your inspiration growing up? Michael Jackson, I listened to a lot of his music, videos, concerts and I like his style and arrangement of music. I think he was a good songwriter. What advice would you give someone starting up in the
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The Problem with School Curriculums. – Mohammed Rebut Kamal City & Islington College
What if everyone were told to live in a society where we talked, wrote and worked the same way? What if every student’s accomplishments and successes were compressed into numbers, figures and statistics? What if schools were killing creativity? I am
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Top tips to protect yourself from CoronaVirus
The Corona Virus is rapidly spreading across the globe, London is a bustling city, filled with people, so it is only safe that we take precautions to prevent catching the dreaded disease. Top tips to protect yourself from CoronaVirus
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Tasty treats to make in quarantine!
1. Cinnamon sugar bread crusts This delicious sweet treat is not only quick and easy to bake, but also makes use of stale bread or unwanted crusts. All you require is bread crust, cinnamon, sugar and butter and any other tasty spices or ingredients
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Coronavirus and The Class of 2020 by Derin Burke, Saint Olaves Grammar
The impacts of the recent coronavirus pandemic have been widespread and detrimental to the infrastructure of the UK. The education system has also been hit, particularly affecting Year 11 students who had been preparing for GCSEs, as well as Year
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Dagenham & Redbridge vs Torquay United
This Vanarama National league match between Dagenham & Redbridge and Torquay United ended goalless after a rally of chances between both teams. Dagenham pressured Torquay throughout the majority of the match however Torquay was well supported by
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Hong Kong's pink dolphins endangered of extinction
In 1990 there were 250 pink dolphins in Hong Kong, now there are only 36. Fact file The uniquely coloured dolphins aren't really pink, it's simply a loss of pigmentation in their skin due to living in murky waters with a lack of sunlight.
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Lockdown
Over the past few months, the swift spreading COVID19 has brought society to a point of panic buying, excessive hand sanitizing and global lockdowns. All over the world events have been cancelled, restaurants have been closed, and shops shut down.
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Gaming the days away- By Scott Sullivan at Gumley house
Games have always been an influential part of people’s desire to be entertained. Although the ways of games has changed significantly since they first began. Early ‘Games’ can be traced from events like jousting and sword fighting, to more modern and
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Highlighting the mind - Light Show
This Winter, take a visit to Havering Christmas land, where lights and Christmas spirits entertain your journey. If this isn’t enough, tunnels of light, Disney characters, gingerbread houses and other festival features also exaggerate a fun family
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How vital is the sense of touch? by Megan Bantleman, Nower Hill High School
Is a warm and comforting feeling more important than food for survival? Does the sense of touch override the survival extinct? A famous American study carried out by Harlow showed that for Rhesus monkeys, warmth and comfort was in fact of primary
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Music and the battle of Covid-19 by Ambar Madhok WHS
We all know the clichés of music bringing everyone together but in this case arguably it has. People are using music in dozens of ways, for example, from bringing the neighbourhood together to raising money for NHS workers. Who would
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What would Happen if Kim Jong Un Died? By Jasmine Jewell, Lady Eleanor Holles
What would happen if Kim Jong Un dies? This situation very nearly became reality after the leader of North Korea was not seen for multiple days following his cardiovascular procedure on April 12, 2020. The answer cannot and will not be known, since
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& Juliet
Get yourself down to the Shaftsbury Theatre for an amazing experience and a night to remember. A twist on the original Shakespearean play which sees Juliet discover herself after Romeos death. This modern, fun, famous and music full performance
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Clap for the NHS
Will you join the rest of Britain in a nationwide clap for the NHS? The NHS (National Health Service) has helped so much since this pandemic arrived globally. They have helped by preparing for the worst and keeping patients spirits high. Most, if
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Should the voting age be lowered in future general elections? (Jamali Blair, Wallington County Grammar School)
Love him or hate him, it cannot be denied that Jeremy Corbyn has galvanised many young voters and engaged them in British politics. This increased youth engagement in politics manifested itself in 2017, where young people voted in the highest numbers
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Coronavirus Continues
As we all know Coronavirus is dominating all top stories globally. Today 813 people in hospitals have died of COVID (UK), however this number stands to be corrected because it doesn’t involve care home deaths. But this article isn’t one of the many
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She's a fake !
Gemma Watts, 21, from Enfield, travelled the country by train to meet the youngsters, who believed they were in a relationship with a boy close to their own age. Watts then sexually assaulted them when asking to meet up. She would spend several months
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The Significance of Ecologism by Bella Sutherland LEH
The Significance of Environmentalism in History Since the beginning of time, humans have had a respectful and delicate relationship with nature. In Greek mythology, the Goddess Artemis represented the hunt, the wilderness, wild animals, the
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Community spirit in quarantine by Aashi Shah, The Henrietta Barnett School
With lockdown measures in place all around the country meaning that people cannot gather in social groups, communities are finding innovative ways to keep spirits up and encourage social interaction via online platforms. The Jain community in north-west
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The coronavirus and the environment, by Eleanor Goldby, St Philomena's
Climate change is the defining crisis of our time. The Secretary General of the UN Antonio Guterres points out “the climate emergency is a race we are losing, but we can win”. Has the Corona Virus crisis given us this chance to win the race and
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Power of words. By Reem Ababtain, farringtons School
Words are the basis of the connection we have as individuals to the rest of the world. Without words we wouldn’t be able to eat, drink, work or live. They are the basics of survival. But since words and language have become such a norm in our lives
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Easy Sweet Treats For Quarantine by Morgan Pope, Wimbledon High School
While in lockdown lots of people are trying new recipes in the kitchen. These are a selection of really quick, easy and pretty fool-proof sweet treats you can make in just a couple of minutes even if you’ve never cooked before. BROWN BUTTER RICE
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Jekyll and Hyde: New and improved. By Amelia Smith. Hundred of Hoo Academy.
Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde come to visit Margate at the Theatre Royal. The characters of Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella were brought to life by the incredible actors and actresses at Margate. Their voices filled the room with laughter as they sang a
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Women should be able to compete against men in sport. Reem Ababtain, farringtons school.
This is 2020. Wake up! Everyone's promoting equality. Yet this equality we seem to strongly fight for is still not found in sports, why is that? What is stopping equality from taking over sports? Physical ability of athletes is the strongest
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Detained Dad
Yesterday a dad from Sutton was arrested and accused of sexually assaulting a security officer at an Egyptian airport. Tony Camoccio, 51, was taken by police in Egypt for, patting a man on the back, attempting to say thank you. He was on holiday with
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Does YouTube need a dislike button by Tia Bhatti, Newstead Wood School
Founded in 2005, YouTube is an ever-growing social media platform that has creators from all across the world. From recent start off accounts with around 27 subscribers to people who have created a life from YouTube with over 100 million subscribers
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How Has the Lockdown Affected the Environment?- Violeta Palekar, Henrietta Barnett School
Though we are experiencing something that will always be remembered in history textbooks as a catastrophic period in time, the impacts of self-isolation on the planet are anything but catastrophic. You may have felt a noticeable difference in
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It was a dark and stormy year. By Ana Miletic, Burntwood School
When the volcano, Mount Tamboro, erupted in 1815, great clouds of volcanic ash were sent into the atmosphere, obscuring the sun and causing a global climate anomaly. The extreme temperature drops and increased rainfall had devastating effects on agriculture
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A Little Kindness from the Easter Bunny! By Isabella Beling, Notre Dame School
A Little Kindness from the Easter Bunny As the UK remains in a tough lockdown while a pandemic takes over the world, we have probably all seen the rainbows for the NHS scattered across our Instagram feeds, painted signs in house windows, and heard
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Quarantine Birthdays By Antonia Edgington , Burntwood School
In quarantine one of your family members is bound to have a birthday. You may even think this is the worst time to have a one. However, both my mum and dad have had theirs and they have actually been the most special birthdays they have had in a long
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Covid 19 Impact on small businesses by Katie Sumner Notre Dame School
There is no doubt about the effect that the pandemic has had on the world globally. One of the many tragic casualties of the pandemic is small businesses. Smaller businesses have always had to fight hard to keep their place in their specific industry
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Coronavirus lockdown- by Maia Thabet, Gumley House
Being in lockdown for almost six weeks has been quite a strange experience for many people across the UK. With the public only allowed to go out to shop for basic necessities, one form of exercise a day, any medical need or to provide care for a vulnerable
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Interview with the Head Keeper at Wimbledon and Putney Commons, By Will Jagla, Hampton School
The outbreak of COVID-19, has taken a large toll on our local area. To investigate this issue, I interviewed Wimbledon and Putney Common’s Head Keeper, Richard Thompson. In order to, to find out more about himself and the work, he and his team are
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My Premier league Team of the season So Far By Daniel Lambert, Reigate College
In what looks unlikely for any league to finish under the current climate, football and sport look like ending their seasons. As a result of this, I thought I would give you my view on the team of the season so far: Goalkeeper: Nick Pope (Burnley
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A “Vulnerable Person” and her Life in Lockdown by Tom Stephens, Hampton School
Jean Bowden, 75, from Kelvedon Hatch has been listed as one of the 1.5 million "vulnerable persons" by the government. Here's here take on the Coronavirus and Lockdown. What have you discovered while in lockdown? Something I never realised
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The Role of Key Workers -Aishi Srivastava, Henrietta Barnett School
7.1 million people. 7.1 million people in the UK are risking their lives everyday to help us and to protect us. From doctors to grocery workers, we should be thankful for each one of them. But how is this affecting their personal lives? How do
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Beating the Lockdown Boredom by Sahana Motta, Lady Eleanor Holles
During lockdown, many of us have been left with little contact with any other people. With all classes moved online and a limited ability to go outside, we’re looking for ways to keep ourselves entertained. Amidst the chaos of the pandemic, we have
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Why South Korea has no new cases of CORVID-19 by Amelie Hogan, Nower Hill High
As of the 30th of April 2020, South Korea has no new domestically transmitted cases for the 1st time since the outbreak peaked 2 months ago. Whilst citizens in other countries are just starting to adhere to lockdown and government restrictions, South
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Will there be a 75th anniversary for VE day? by Yuvraj Gill, GGSK College
Victory in Europe day, also known as VE day took place on Tuesday 5th May 1945. It was celebrated for the day the allied forces announced the surrender of Germany. A week earlier Hitler committed suicide leaving Grand Admiral Donitz with nothing but
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Healthy living in a pandemic by Amelie Hogan, Nower Hill High
The ongoing global pandemic and the country’s lockdown seems to be slowly eating away at the sanity of our population. During lockdown it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle – both physically and mentally – to boost chances of recovery and to
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To Be or Not to Be: Will AFC Wimbledon get Relegated this Season? | Raul Malad, Whitgift School
With coronavirus on everyone’s mind at the moment, it is hard to think about anything else but that. However, while football may not be the most important thing on the list of priorities right now, many believe bringing it back is crucial for people
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ducks in quarantine Isabella Robinson Langley Park School For Girls
while lockdown might be bad for humans the local duck population is thriving. As part of your daily exercise why not take a stroll down to your local duck pond and see how the ducks are doing. In recent days i have been a frequent visitor to a bromley
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ducks in quarantine Isabella Robinson Langley Park School For Girls
while lockdown might be bad for humans the local duck population is thriving. As part of your daily exercise why not take a stroll down to your local duck pond and see how the ducks are doing. In recent days i have been a frequent visitor to a bromley
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Three artists, forgotten in their lifetime in the shadow of their husbands' success by Amala Sangha, Bancroft's School
Almost every aspect of our culture is plagued by inherent and systemic sexism, and unfortunately the artworld is not immune to the toxicity of the patriarchy. It is important to celebrate the work of minority artists who have throughout history been
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Should we be more cautious when talking to people online? By Kira Aspland, Carshalton High School for Girls
With the current rise in social media usage, should more precautions be put into place on apps such as Instagram when talking to strangers? Social media is an easy way of meeting new people and talking to friends or family. It can particularly
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London’s urban sprawl by Leo Gregory, Hampton School
The term “urban sprawl” was originally coined in 1955 in an article in The Times, where it was used to be applied specifically to London. It then referred to the negative state of the city’s outskirts, and although the term has evolved, been used loosely
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How To Keep Yourself Busy During Quarantine by Sanchana Hiththatiyage, Farringtons School
IM SO BORED. Aren’t we all? WHAT TO DO? No clue. Well this is what I have been doing. I have been using the amazing thing called the internet to occupy myself. Now it has not been all fun and games, no! But I have been keeping myself
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Vulnerable people during quarantine by Lilymay Scanlon, Carshalton High School for Girls
Some individuals will be more susceptible to coronavirus and will, therefore, be considered a vulnerable person during these difficult times. The NHS website has stated that vulnerable people will include individuals who have had an organ transplant
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An Interview with a Church Volunteer by Oscar Mitchell, Hampton School
An interview I had a while back with John, who volunteers at the Hampton Hill United Reformed Church on the High Street there. How many people go to the church? We would have around about 30, perhaps just under 30, on Sunday mornings
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Learning Lessons by Alyssa Gobin,Reigate College
The start of the new term presents a new challenge for students: getting back into 'the swing of things'. Currently many students, including myself, feel that they are being overloaded with work, with strict deadlines and without the full support usually
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Necessity is the mother of invention ( so too is de-cluttering) By Antonia Edgington Burntwood School
Everybody has that one room in their house or flat which never gets touched; that one room where you can’t get the willpower to bin that sentimental pencil that you never use; the one-room where we all go. The room where we sleep. During quarantine
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Stuck inside- By Jessica Dyer- Gumley House Convent School
It has been a while since schools across the country closed due to COVID-19 and it hasn’t been easy for both adults and children. A lot of us are scared and worried about the future considering the constant change of time we are on lockdown for, which
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Why are humans so fascinated with the past? By Tara Bradbury, Notre Dame School
Whether it is a historical event, memories, nostalgia or family history, there is no doubting that humans have a deep and long-standing fascination with the past. But why is this? This is a big rooted question, but a lot of our fascination
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The Possible Effects of COVID-19 by Oscar Mitchell, Hampton School
Historically, humanity has survived dozens of epidemics and pandemics against enormous odds. Therefore, the Coronavirus is just another link in this endless chain, right? Well in truth is a lot more complicated than that. If you look at it in
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WHAT COVID-19 QUARANTINE HAS REVEALED TO US! by Bryanna Hylton, Sir George Monoux College
One would think that during the time of self-isolation, a pending lockdown and the massive outbreak of the corona virus, would somehow have a positive affect on our morals, understanding and beliefs that we all must be nicer and come together to fight
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The New Normal?
Many people will ask about the future of the world and how much will change due to Covid-19. Some will speculate that strict and tight precautions are used if that ever arised again, some will say that rules will be permananet (such as wearing masks outside
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Coronavirus - The Killer of Brexit? (By Alex Chopra of Wilson's School)
Brexit used to dominate the news from the headlines themselves to those who would interrupt the headlines with their at-first comical and, later annoying, booming cries for change or continuity. Though monotonous, rarely enlightening and often infuriating
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The Pressure of Productivity by Sadie Saunder, Langley Park School for Girls
During the time of COVID-19, a lot of media has been putting emphasis on productivity during lockdown. Many have been saying that we should be using this time well: getting those books read, complete that project, bring up those grades. Without the distractions
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Is Social Media harmful to our mental health? By Ally Gilmour Royal Russell
I use social media and I love it. I love how our phone can be a little window into the world and how we can all feel united. I love how I can talk to my friends on social media and share funny memes. We can also feel connected to celebrities and idols
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The impact of deforestation on the environment? By Rohan Chauhan, Nower Hill High School
Greenery continues to diminish around the globe. Does it make a huge difference? Why should people care if plants, animals and minuscule microorganisms perish? Rainforests are usually scorching, extremely difficult to visit, insect-filled and puzzling
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Life in lockdown (Covid-19)
Ever since the many many weeks in lockdown, parents & students supsect they have to stay months at home meaning they wont see their teachers or their friends for a long time so how can it impact people at home? During the lockdown, there has been an increase
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Race Across The World By Gulcin Erten, Newstead Wood School
Fed up of being stuck at home in this quarantined period? Ever wanted to travel the world? Race across the World, a series aired on BBC 2, offered us the chance to travel across South America as we watched 5 couples embark on the adventure of a lifetime
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The Play That Goes Wrong Review by Oscar Mitchell, Hampton School
On Wednesday 26th February 2020, I went with my drama class to the Duchess Theatre in London to see the Mischief Theatre Company’s “The Play that Goes Wrong”. From the name, it is clear what happens within the play. It goes wrong. However, it proved
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Men in Dance - Jess Elliott - Tolworth Girls School
It is estimated that 3.5 million children are learning to dance in America at any one time and yet only 10% of these children are male. However, when it comes to professional careers in dance, the gender imbalance seems to be significantly less prominent
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Problems with NHS
Despite NHS's debts being cleared during coronavirus (Covid-19), NHS and many nursing homes are suffering to help many infected people especially due to the high population assorted of people aged 60 and over, which resulted in the lack of ppe (personal
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Top ten family films to watch during lockdown by Sian Clarke
Number 10- Mary Poppins (the original). A classic that has won it’s way into everyone’s hearts Mary Poppins is guaranteed to get you and your children singing a spoonful of sugar due to it’s catchy and lovable soundtrack. With great casting and that
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Review of The Date Project: An Initiative Pledging To Donate 100% Of Its Profits To Worthwhile Causes by Tahmina Sayfi The Henrietta Barnett School
As of late, I’ve made it my aim to learn more about where the products I buy come from and the footprint they leave on the world - socially just as well as environmentally. To my pleasant surprise, on being gifted a box of Dates4Palestine by a family
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Life in lockdown- finding inspiration by Caroline Young, Rosebery School
Staying at home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 has caused many people’s daily lives to fade into a distant memory. For the younger generation, facing exam cancellations, inability to see friends and family, and the tough adjustment to online
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Stormtrooper raises money and spirits during lockdown - Toby Saiban, Wilson's School
49-year old Alwyn Donnell has found a novel way to become a force for good during this time of adversity. Whilst some have participated in the Run for Heroes 5K challenge and others have helped those most in need by donating to Foodbanks, ‘AL-4444’
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Does Gaming affect children in a negative way?
Gaming. Gaming has been a popular sort of entairnment to all as there is many genres and choices : horror, rpg, action,adventure,romance and much more. However many many people have asked the same question : " Does Gaming affect children in a negative
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An exploration of the First World War's impact on Native American civil rights by Theo Horch, Wilson's School
During the First World War, 12,000 Native American people were conscripted or volunteered to join the US Army. This is considered a time of note regarding the changing white perspective on Native Americans at the time, due to their service and loyalty
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Awareness of Climate change
Climate change has been a pretty big topic ever since the 21st century. More people are aware that : of how oil is damaging our earth, how "cracking" can cause life risks to people nearby, of how several species are near extinction due to deforestation
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Knife Crime by Amanda Brazauskaite
Ever since knife crime is been around, the last three years, knife crime has increased dramatically. There are many factors/reasons why there is an increase in knife crime : people (mainly young people) don't feel safe in their area, the number of police
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Grading System
The grading system determines your expected grade and capability of the subjects you can handle. When you recieve your target grade there are two reactions, either they are happy with their grade or mainly most teenagers : a negative thinking of a low
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How is lockdown affecting the elderly? By Kira Aspland, Carshalton High School for Girls
Lockdown is a difficult situation for all age groups but in particular the elderly. Over half of people aged 75 and over live alone, so they will be stuck inside with no company during lockdown, and this could have negative impacts on their mental
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Online shopping for older generations? By Simran Kalsi, Nower Hill high school
Whilst isolated during this pandemic, we are expected to maintain a social distance in order to try and reduce the spread of this disease. We try and stay at home as much as possible and only leave the house when absolutely necessary. With technology
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Enter the world of women at Southbank – a review by Sian Clarke
Held over a three day period from the 6th to the 8th of March, World of Women festival or W.OW has been running for a single decade yet has still made a profound effect on society and women’s lives in general. While it is free to enter the Southbank
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Volunteering at a Foodbank by Alec Hodgson, Wilson's School.
When it became clear that the pandemic would consign the vulnerable to their homes, the Dons Local Action Group swung straight into action. Originally created by three members of the AFC Wimbledon fan group, the organisation has quickly grown with
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The misconceptions of OCD by Bella Di Cicco, Rosebery School
The misconceptions of OCD The phrase, ‘I’m sooooo OCD,’ has been aimlessly thrown around in recent years, becoming the phrase to call yourself if you’re somewhat clean or tidy. Do you like your highlighters in rainbow order? Must be OCD. Like to keep
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How is lockdown affecting teenager's mental health? By Kira Aspland, Carshalton High School for Girls
The current COVID-19 outbreak has without a doubt been a stressful and worrying time for everyone, but with lockdown commencing and young people out of education, I wondered specifically how lockdown is affecting teenager’s mental health. To find out
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Why video games might be good for you by Jasmine Hadouka-Taylor, Reigate College.
Everybody has heard that video games are bad for young people and that they can cause violent behaviour, not to mention a whole multitude of other problems, such as an addiction. However, with the country in a rigid lock down and video games being
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The new normal
These are all very strange times for everyone, we haven't had to go through something like this and it's quite weird. Some things have changed drastically from shops closing, restaurants, theatres etc and to the new long ques outside shops. My big
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What it means to be British in times of Corona by Sam Hardaker, Turing House School
While it is true that the whole world is dealing with the corona virus, different countries do so in different ways. The British people, for one, has been seen to react in their own unique way… After the initial phase of ignoring danger where handwashing
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The Link Between Climate Change and Coronavirus By Eisher Aujla, Gumley House School
As COVID-19 has spread significantly, it has done nothing but cause chaos and tribulation. However, few have thought about the one topic that existed before the Coronavirus and has had an unintended benefit from its existence. Climate change.
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Being a teenage key worker by Annabel Thomas, Parmiter's School
A pandemic isn’t easy for anyone, that goes without saying. Work has changed for everyone, with people losing jobs, struggling to work from home or continuing work in a much changed environment. Everyone knows that the most affected and bravest key
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Lockdown
Well who would of thought that we would be locked in our houses for the next few months, definitely not me ! But at least we can now use this time to try out new things and find new hobbies that can keep us occupied. I have especially been taking
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School opportunities
After entering into 6th form the first thing that we were told and aware of was the various opportunities that the school give us when joining the 6th form and the roles that we could sign up for. Giving the young people opportunities such as these
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Coronavirus and Climate Climate
The coronavirus pandemic has turned the world upside down and forced everyday life to stop. This has left climate change activists wondering what this will mean for the future of our planet. Will the fight for climate justice be given the backseat?
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Does age matter when making children? - Ebun Braithwaite Gumley House School
Although, there is so much excitement that comes with becoming a parent and having a baby, there are many risks to the child as a result of the parents’ ages. As both women and men get older, there are more mutations that occur in their body, these
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Alexander McQueen exhibition
This amazing show that McQueen put on was every fashion designers dream. She had her dresses beautifully latex out on the top floor, her dresses were so big bouncy and made it turn into a overgrown towering garden. She named her colourful collection roses
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Kites.
Kites are found all over the world and they are easy to use. My suggestions are to make sure you know the weather is good so for example no rain no heatwave or unpredictable weather so its safe for you to go out and enjoy. sunny windy days are like
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Social media and it’s deadly consequences, BHAVNA BHASKARAN, GGSK COLLEGE
This technological era has been blooming for around a decade now with advancements in nearly all areas of our lifestyle. Not just for a few million people, but our entire race. Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook... The list goes on and on by
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How Covid-19 has impacted the environment
‘Visible, positive impacts are but temporary, because they come on the back of tragic economic slowdown and human distress’ Inger Andersen, Executive Director, UNEP In a matter of months, the world has been transformed and life as we knew it has
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Review of the Globe Theatre's Romeo & Juliet- Jemima McDuell, Newstead Wood School
Due to our current situation of lockdown and social distancing, virtually everyone is missing out on an activity, experience, or hobby that they had been looking forward to or actively preparing for. While some activities are practically impossible
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Super Concert At Home by Francesca Bernardez, St. Philomena’s Catholic High School For Girls
On the 26th of April, K-pop group SuperM hosted a spectacular online concert for fans all over the world to enjoy during the current pandemic. The concert is part of ‘The Beyond Live’ series which is the very first wide-scale K-pop concert series that
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Why Respecting Your Elders is Pointless by Gaazal Dhungana, Henrietta Barnett School
It is a tale as old as time, song as old as rhyme, if only I had a dime, for each time my age was made out to be a crime. Much like everyone else born into the technological era, I have been heavily exposed to the idea of the “good old days”. The beautiful
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Keeping healthy in quarantine - By Lavanya Manchikanti, Gumley House Convent School
As a young person I personally think that keeping healthy is not only important but a necessity for everyone. Now that we are quarantined in our homes it is even harder to exercise compared to our norm al daily routine. This may be because many of
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Lockdown: research reveals who’s resisting by Emma Barker, Lady Eleanor Holles
According to a recent survey commissioned by King’s College London, specific demographics have responded differently to the lockdown orders from the Government. Based on the findings, the university has been able to group people into “distinct segments
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Where is Kim Jong-un? by Jai Raven, Nower Hill High School
The North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has disappeared. His disappearance has brought about speculation of his death or a possible health emergency. He was last seen on the 11th of April 2020 Could it be Coronavirus? Despite there being "Zero cases
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The Coronavirus and the Economy- By Ariana Mokarrami St Catherine’s School Twickenham
The coronavirus is arguably the greatest economic threat we have had to face in modern history, with the International Monetary Fund declaring it as far worse than the Great recession. With the end of the virus hard to foresee it can only lead to
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Normal People Book Review Georgina Featherston Ursuline High School
As the BBC adaptation of Normal People airs, here is a review of the book it was based on. Normal People was written by Sally Rooney and published in 2018 and became a bestselling novel. It’s the story of two young lovers
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Gaming is taking over from real-life sports by Adam Shamsul, Whitgift School
Due to current circumstances, sporting events have been cancelled or postponed all over the world. While athletes may have a while to wait before they can get back to competing, many of them have tried their hand at the virtual version of their sports
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Chiswick lights by Reem Ababtain, Farringtons school
On saturday 29th of February a beautiful event light opia withheld in Chiswick London. I got to attend this magnificent event along with my two closest friends. Chiswick light was truly one to remember. Even with the bone chilling winter weather, the
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How did the move to england impact your children's upbringing? By Reem Ababtain, Farrington school.
On Saturday 7th March I was given a wonderful opportunity to interview a Brunel business graduate in the heart of London. During the interview, we spoke about the struggles she faced whilst bringing her children up after their move to England
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Combating exam stress, and studying efficiently by Lauren Cudjoe, Reigate College
Amaki Doku, current university student, shares insight on how to combat exam stress and revise efficiently, based on her personal experiences with GCSE and A-Level Examinations. 'My 'go-to' revision method was: I would write down the notes