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Theatre review: Plied and Prejudice – A Boozy Riot That Would Make Lady Catherine Faint

Mar 21 2025
Plied and Prejudice

If you’ve ever read Pride and Prejudice and thought, This could use a few more shots of gin and a lot less restraint, then prepare for the night of your life. When Lady Rantingham hits the town, decorum goes out the window, and what unfolds is Plied and Prejudice – a boozy riot so scandalous, it would have Lady Catherine reaching for her smelling salts.

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No Stairway to Heaven, Only Fly Way to Misery: The Dark Side of Low-Cost Airlines

Mar 17 2025
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Air travel was once a gateway to adventure and excitement, a means of seeing the world in the most convenient way possible. But if you’ve flown recently, especially with low-cost airlines, you’ll know that the skies aren’t as friendly as they used to be. Low-cost carriers like EasyJet, Ryanair, and even British Airways (now practically a semi-low-cost airline) have perfected the art of miserable travelling, turning the once-joyous experience into a series of minor indignities. For those of us who have flown hundreds of times – me included, having caught over 300 flights – this isn’t just a rant, it’s a harsh truth that the industry needs to hear. It’s time to protest, and it’s time for change.

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Is British Monarchy obsolete? 

May 01 2023
British Monarchy not my king collage

As we are entering coronation week, let’s reflect on the role of the British Monarchy in our society today.  

British Monarchy is one of the oldest and most iconic institutions in the world. For centuries, it has been the symbol of British national identity and a source of pride for its people. However, in today’s rapidly changing world, the relevance of the monarchy has been called into question. Many argue that it is an outdated institution that serves no practical purpose in modern society. Others believe that it remains an important symbol of national unity and continuity. In this blog, I will explore both sides of the argument and ask whether the British monarchy is obsolete or relevant in 2023.

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