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The importance and meaning behind Remembrance Day
Each year we dedicate two minutes of silence to commemorate Armistice Day which was on the eleventh of November, 1918. After four years of violence, destruction and death the armistice was signed by the allies on the elevenths of November 1918
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China’s Cross-Strait Relations with Taiwan
China’s Cross-Strait Relations with Taiwan International observers continue to focus on the relationship between China and Taiwan in the context of changing global dynamics. Cross-strait relations are influenced by a mix of diplomatic
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I’ll do it tomorrow
‘I’ll do it tomorrow’, a phrase that we say too often and even more often don’t follow through with. The endless cycle of procrastination, again and again. The word procrastination comes from the Latin procrastinare: “deferred until tomorrow
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The Fever Code: The Unexpected Maze Runner Prequel
James Dashner's Maze Runner is adored and loved by many around the world, especially considering the fact that it is a major motion picture. Despite this, the Fever Code, the last book based in the lifetime of the main characters, is not very well
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Leadership - why is it important?
Everybody, at least once in their life, finds themselves in the position of leadership. However, not all successfully understand how to manage that role. Leadership is a necessary skill that can be cultivated in children to prepare them for
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What happens at the the Royal Academy of Music Junior Department?
The Royal Academy of music is one of the oldest music schools in the UK and was founded by John Fane and Nicolas-Charles Bochsa in 1822. It is a conservatoire but also offers a Saturday school for the younger generation that runs from 8am-6pm
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Must Visit Mooboo!
Must visit Mooboo! Mooboo, located in Bexleyheath, is a bubble tea shop which provides a wide variety of different delicious drinks. There are a myriad of combinations to choose from, ranging from the intense sweetness of chocolate
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The beauty of No Home: Do we become what we see as we grow up?
No Home or otherwise known as Homeless, is a manhwa, korean comic, that follows a group of characters, more notably the two commonly featured, Eunyung Baek and Haejoon Goh. The manhwa begins with Eunyung stealing Haejoon’s wallet, resulting in them
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A Moment of History For Merchant Taylors School
On the Friday 18th October St Pauls Cathedral became home to another historic Triennial Service, a tradition that was first initiated on the 20th March 1933, to commemorate the Schools historic relationship with the City of London. St Pauls Cathedral
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A trip through ‘Alex's Adventures in Numberland’
In ‘Alex’s Adventures in Numberland’, Alex Bellos delves into the magical and wonderful world of mathematics, using easily understandable examples and fascinating anecdotes to explain complex abstract concepts, sparking our hidden curiosity for maths
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The differences between the US and the UK election system
Currently with the US presidential elections, many have become curious concerning the differences between the UK election system and the US election system. In the UK, an election is held every five years to elect members of parliament also known
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An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley
An Inspector Calls is a morality play that demonstrates many different themes throughout the play an inspector interrogates the Birling family and strategically uncovers how each family member was responsible for Eva Smith's tragic ending. The
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Smooth Moves and Jazz Grooves: Duo delights at St Mary’s
On a crisp autumn Sunday, St. Mary’s Church welcomed an afternoon of musical warmth and upbeat charm as jazz duo Peter Duncan and David Harvey brought their talents to the stage. This performance reflected their whole lifetimes’ experiences immersed
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Edinburgh - A Fortress of Wonder
Deemed as one of the most ethereal cities, Edinburgh lies between the realms of fantasy and reality, a place where one is overcome with awe. Renowned for its historic significance and cultural festivals, the city is home to one of the most iconic
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Another Historic Win For Another Historic Taylors Team
Merchant Taylors 1st XV defeated rival side Reading Blue Coat with brisk ease in their historic and well-anticipated matchup. The side beat Reading Blue Coat 31-20, with James Dyer, Mustafa Syed and Anthony Poole all scoring well-crafted
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One Championship to rule them all
Note about terms – In the Irish dance world, a competition is known as “feis”, plural “feiseanna”. “Oireachtas” refers to an annual championship. Every Irish dancer in the Southern Region knows that one of the biggest feiseanna is coming up this
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Is university becoming redundant?
Historically university was an extension of academic learning for a small amount of pupils that allowed for better job opportunities.Skip to now and nearly 70% of sixth form pupils attend uni and as a result a degree seems to offer little advantage
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Poppies and Prose: A Guide on How to Remember
Poppies and Prose: A Guide on How to remember Poppies. Small, red flowers, which have been a repeating motif in much of war poetry. Worn by the nation on the 11th of November, they are a reminder- a reminder to commemorate the
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Westminster Abbey: Light, Height and Divine Right!
Westminster Abbey: Light, Height and Divine Right! From 1066 to 2023, Westminster Abbey has served as a coronation site to over 30 English and British monarchs, from William the Conqueror to our current king, King Charles III. This ancient
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35 Years On From the Fall of the Wall - Unpacking its Surrounding Emotions
On the night of 9th November 1989, the infamous Berlin Wall was dismantled by some hopeful East Berliners, who rejoiced to see its end, and despite being caused by a bureaucratic accident, this event sent shockwaves across the world, profoundly affecting
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Lewisham celebrates 20 years of Young Mayors
On Wednesday 6th November, Lewisham’s Young Mayor’s project celebrated its 20th anniversary. The event took place at the Civic Suite, Lewisham Town Hall, which is where the youth group meet weekly for their meetings. The Young Mayor’s project
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Art-K, where creativity runs wild
Art-K (Angel) (Image: Chloe Chan) Art-k is an art shop that offers classes for all ages, with an aim to nurture creativity and have engaging classes. Their weekly art classes are in a supportive environment and they encourage their students
