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How Winston Churchill Failed in India – Explained

Winston Churchill had two terms as British Prime Minister between 1940 and 1945, and between 1951 and 1955. He is known for leading the Allies to victory during the Second World War and encouraging speeches which inspired public during wartime. But should he be remembered for anything else? Churchill had a very controversial relationship with […]
Editorials

The Peculiar Sleeping Habits of History’s Greatest

For some reason, the sleeping habits of celebrities and the greatest figures throughout history really grabs our attention. Be it Margaret Thatcher sleeping for just four hours each night, or Elon Musk sleeping in the Tesla factory so he can best inspect the new models, sleeping habits are fascinating. So, without further ado, here are […]
Editorials

Boris was wrong to sack 21 MPs

British politics at the moment is moving at such a rapid pace it’s hard to keep up. But one particular event has lasted longer than most in the news – and that’s Boris Johnson’s sacking of 21 of his own MPs. Don’t be misled by that statement – the Prime Minister hasn’t just got rid […]
Movies

Film Review: Darkest Hour

With six Oscar nominations, nine BAFTA nominations and a golden globe in the bag, Darkest Hour has already proved its fighting spirit. This film explores the life of Winston Churchill during his early Prime-ministerial days. It stars Gary Oldman as a romanticised Churchill and Ben Mendelsohn (of Rogue One fame) as King George VI. Going […]