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• The Godfather: The Greatest Film of All Time? Toni P

  30-11-2021 23:58
  
  Almost 50 years since the release of the first film, The Godfather remains one of the highest rated films of all time, why is it held in such a high regard?
  
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• Sixth Form Students at Woodford County Deliver a Passionate Reading of ‘Maryland’ by Lucy Kirkwood by Sindy Elezkurtaj, Woodford County

  30-11-2021 23:54
  
  On Tuesday 23rd November, Year 12 and 13 English Literature students at Woodford County High School for Girls cooperated to bring the play ‘Maryland’ to life through a reading of it. After being offered the opportunity 2 weeks prior, A Level students hurried to grasp onto this opportunity, which turned out to be noteworthily rewarding. The event took place after school on the day, where a plethora of the cast’s peers from t
  
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• Heather Phillipson’s ‘Rupture NO.1: blowtorching the bitten peach’ exhibition review by Maya Boneva

  30-11-2021 23:54
  
  The Tate Britain is a hub for art lovers, featuring a plethora of unique and visually enticing exhibitions. One of those being Heather Phillipson’s ‘rupture NO.1: blowtorching the bitten peach.’ Heather Phillipson is a British artist who experiments with a variety of media including sculpture, music, video and large-scale installations, commonly incorporating colour and textural aspects in her work to create a hectic and almost psychedelic explosion of colour and life.
  
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• Minecraft Caves and Cliffs - Adam Wiktorek, Richard Challoner School

  30-11-2021 23:52
  
  After a long wait the second instalment of the Caves and Cliffs update for Minecraft has finally arrived. After the first half of the update (released on June 8th) introduced many incomplete or unobtainable features such as goats, amethysts and axolotls, part two looks to finish two at was announced back in 2019.
  
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• Life in 2050 Balraj Sahota, GNSA

  30-11-2021 23:52
  
  Life in 2050 with advancements in technology.
  
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• Yearning for Cottagecore- A de Silva, Wimbledon High School

  30-11-2021 23:50
  
  I, myself am a big fan of the idea, the concept of cottagecore. Being a big city girl always meant that if I wanted to go on a hike, or a camping trip, I had to travel very far just to enjoy the fruits of nature. I think that feeling of wanting to be one with nature has been mushrooming in the pandemic. The yearning for more, to return to a " simpler" time is so common in the metropolitan cities  that we live in.
  
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• 2,000 hours of Games, an Addiction? - Antoni Biegala Gunnersbury

  30-11-2021 23:50
  
  Oliver, 14, has spent over one thousand- eight hundred hours on playing video games. Most see this as an addiction to screens, but he sees it as being as a new opportunity.
  
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• Sutton Borough Cross Country || Aditya Sanyal - Sutton Grammar School

  30-11-2021 23:49
  
  On the 21st of October, the Sutton Borough Cross Country event returned to the SGS Northey Avenue Walch Memorial Sports Grounds, with over 1000 competitors vying for top spot in their category.
  
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• The Benefits and Pitfalls of being an Only Child: An Exclusive Interview with Andreea Pasol by Sindy Elezkurtaj, Woodford County High School

  30-11-2021 23:42
  
  Andreea Pasol, a 17-year-old student at Woodhouse College, has been raised as a child without the accompaniment of any brothers or sisters. Her family immigrated to England from Romania when she was just a 3-year-old, and she is currently studying Biology, Psychology and French at A Level with high aspirations, after achieving impeccable GCSE results (ranging between nothing other than the top grades, equiv
  
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• Pressure, What Pressure? Fahad Hussain, Hampton School

  30-11-2021 23:42
  
  It is that time of year again when selective schools have their 11+ entrance examinations. The goal? A place at the high table and a perceived head start in life- a place at a school, be it grammar or private, which people may spend hundreds of thousands of pounds extra buying houses just to be near. It is an incredibly stressful time for all involved. But what does the process feel like for those at the heart of it, the children. Do the feelings of achieving that place justify the stress one ha
  
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• Novembers Zodiacs - Niamh Fox The Holy Cross School

  30-11-2021 23:42
  
  This month of November gives the zodiac signs of scorpio to those born from october 23rd - november 21st and sagittarius to those born from november 22nd - december 21st. Sagittarius is the ninth astrological sign which is connected with the constellation Sagittarius and spans 240-270th degrees of the zodiac. The google definition of the zodiac is ‘a belt of the heavens within about 8 degrees either side of the ecliptic, including all apparent positions of the sun, moon and most familiar p
  
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• Comforts of the Sitcom- A de Silva, Wimbledon High School

  30-11-2021 23:42
  
  A sitcom is short for the two words" situational comedy". It is generally a long running television series. The most successful and popular sitcoms are primarily American, including but not limited to  'The Simpsons', 'Parks and Recreation', and the British 'Fleabag'.  
  
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• Why the TFL financial crisis is disastrous for Londoners- Arjun Deepak, Wilson's School

  30-11-2021 23:40
  
  London is a city dependent on public transport- its roads are small and often not prepared for high traffic- the city is built for people, not cars.
  
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• Lightopia: Is it worth the trip? - Felix Synge - Dulwich College

  30-11-2021 23:37
  
  On a chilly trip to Crystal Palace Park last Saturday evening, I tagged along with the family to witness Lightopia: an immersive, family-friendly light show which has just opened in South London. The experience involved us trekking through the park in sub-zero temperatures to watch a number of unique light installations with a few over-crowded pop-up eateries selling mulled wine and hot dogs along the way.
  
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• ‘Black Friday comes with conditions’

  30-11-2021 23:37
  
  Ashford designer outlet is an outdoor shopping centre located in Kent. It is filled with the worlds most expensive and top class brands.
  
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• Was Germany to blame for the start of ww1 Vedant Sethi Merchant Taylors School

  30-11-2021 23:36
  
  World war one was the war that urshered in the moderen era born in a cruicifle of gunpowder and the blood of 10 million men. Extra Credits youtube channel
  
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• Bullying: As the name suggests Tabitha Sureshkumar

  30-11-2021 23:35
  
  Bullying can take place in many forms; this can be either physical or emotional bullying. It can happen over a period of time or could be a one-off event. However, nowadays bullying has evolved into many different types and this has firmly rooted itself in our lives, to the extent that it has become normalised. The sufferer silences themselves in fear of being ostracised for speaking against the mistreatment or the allegation. 
  
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• Recommendations after watching Squid Game- A de Silva, Wimbledon High School

  30-11-2021 23:34
  
  (Spoilers ahead!)
  
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• West End Lawn Tennis By Milen Pattni Merchant Taylors School

  30-11-2021 23:30
  
  Pinner Tennis Club is a wonderful prospect in the town’s community for it unites people of all ages in jubilance for the leisure of tennis.
  
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• “Find your passion”- an interview with Misha Glenny Jacob Rose MTS

  30-11-2021 23:29
  
   
  
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• The Covid Chokehold on Our Education - Nancy Bowman - Croydon High

  30-11-2021 23:28
  
  As we well know, Covid has made life different and often harder for the past two years. As a student currently studying for my GCSE's I find that Covid has affected my education and the way in which I learn drastically.
  
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• The Resurgence of Greta Thunberg - Oyin Osanyintolu Gunnersbury Catholic School

  30-11-2021 23:26
  
  Greta Thunberg first gained prominence all the way back in late 2018, when many students mirrored her school strikes with strikes of their own, in countries like Canada, Belgium, Japan and the United Kingdom. Before we knew it, throughout 2019, Greta was everywhere. From a shared Vogue cover to the Ellen Show to Time's Person of the Year, to almost every news channel you could think of, and to even getting a shout out from the then - President of the United States, Donald Trump, via Twitter
  
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• Kew Gardens Christmas Lights By Amber Cody Surbiton High School

  30-11-2021 23:25
  
  Covers the traditions and journey of the royal botanical gardens kew annual Christmas lights
  
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• The MTHFR Gene Mutation: The Perturbing Complication on Pregnancies throughout the Nation by Sindy Elezkurtaj, Woodford County High School

  30-11-2021 23:24
  
  A genetic mutation that persists to be an issue for many and most remain oblivious to its presence: MTHFR. An abbreviation for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase, the gene “provides instructions to the enzyme in order to disintegrate amino acids”, as described by MedlinePlus. When one tests positive for this mutation, it depends on the variant to determine how your life will be impacted. The mutation affects both
  
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• Food For Thought, Fahad Hussain, Hampton School

  30-11-2021 23:22
  
  It is undeniable that the last 18 months have been incredibly difficult for people: incomes have taken a hit, and many have struggled to even put food on their plate. At the same time, tons and tons of perfectly adequate and edible food is being thrown away and sent to landfills. The recent Cop 26 conference helped to highlight the climate crisis, and the situation we have found ourselves in. Food banks have opened everywhere, and charities have seen demand for their services increase exponentia
  
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• ‘Hamilton’ is back at the Victoria Palace

  30-11-2021 23:19
  
   
  
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• The Dark Side of Black Friday - Emily Richardson, Wimbledon High School

  30-11-2021 23:18
  
  Black Friday has come around quickly this year, but with deals better than ever, it’s important to note the dark side to extreme sales.
  
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• Fashionable flats are changing Southall. Pearleen Arora. Guru Nanak Sikh Academy.

  30-11-2021 23:18
  
  New and modern flats made to make home for lots of people, left people stunned. From what they started to what they finished has completely changed the local area and what southall is all about.
  
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• Adele's Comeback with "30" - Sushsmitha Venkatesan GGSK

  30-11-2021 23:18
  
  Stealing the nation's hearts on the 19th November 2021, Adele's new hit album "30" is now the fastest selling album of 2021 in UK!
  
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• New Covid 19 Variant Balraj Sahota, GNSA

  30-11-2021 23:17
  
  Face coverings mandatory in shops and on public transport as well as all travellers returning to the UK will require PCR testing. Due to a new Covid-19 variant
  
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• What is ULEZ? Oscar Davis, Latymer Upper School

  30-11-2021 23:13
  
  ULEZ is a London scheme formed with the aim of lowering the city’s carbon emissions. Owners of cars which do not meet the exhaust emission standards are levied a £12.50 charge every time they drive into the Ultra Low Emission Zone. Since April 2019 this has been an ever expanding plan, and now its expansion to the South Circular orbital road means that it has become an issue for the suburbs as well as the inner city. The borough of Richmond Upon Thames has been affected since October
  
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• Do Christmas Celebrations start too Early?

  30-11-2021 23:12
  
  Does the festive season begin too early, and is the day soured by the premature celebrations
  
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• Apple Watch Series 7 review- Aravindh S. Baskar, Wilson’s School

  30-11-2021 23:10
  
  I recently acquired the latest iteration of the Apple Watch: the series 7. As an avid smart-tech user, this is something I was quite excited about due to the multitude of new functions and slight upgrades that I knew would affect the way in which I personally used my previous watch: the ancient series 3. As the series 3, SE, and the series 7 are the only options available on the apple website I found it quite easy to strike a comparison: the screen size has increased by 3mm, which I have found t
  
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• Teddington Lights Up Local Business - Flynn Hinchcliffe, Hampton School

  30-11-2021 23:09
  
  Hundreds gathered on Teddington High Street to celebrate the first Teddington Lights Up in two years due to Covid-19. Many local shops and businesses helped to set up stalls and hosted performances throughout the night. Joining the crowds to enjoy the festive evening was Twickenham MP Munira Wilson who believed the event was a great way to help local business rebound following the pandemic.
  
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• Become a Medical Student (Holly Croxford Parmiter's School)

  30-11-2021 23:09
  
  Are you a year 10 and above who wants to join the medical sector but does not know where to start? If you don’t have a close relative in the sector, it can be daunting but there are plenty of opportunities on Medic Mentors.
  
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• Local Karate Club Regroups After Lockdown

  30-11-2021 23:04
  
  Recently, due to lockdown, local clubs have not been able to gather as they used to previously. This has made it extremely difficult for them as they would have not been able to come together as a club for a long period of time as a result of the COVID-19 restrictions.
  
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• The Next Bond, Oscar Davis, Latymer Upper School

  30-11-2021 23:03
  
  This September saw the long-awaited release of No Time to Die, the new James Bond movie, and Daniel Craig’s final one with the franchise. Supposed to drop April 2020 but delayed due to COVID 19 the film was highly anticipated when it finally reached cinemas. Having thoroughly enjoyed the film, I highly recommend it to anyone who is yet to see it. Interestingly enough the end of Daniel Craig’s Bond era has created a talking point for the next James Bond. Many may find it not a very bi
  
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• Real Ale Way: Supporting Kentish breweries- Alana Brown, Newstead Wood School

  30-11-2021 23:00
  
  The Real Ale Way, opposite the road from Hayes Station, is a family-run micropub that first opened in July 2018.
  
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• Hamsters In Prison -Olivia Simpson Surbiton High

  30-11-2021 22:59
  
   
  
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• ZOV - giving vulnerable children a better chance in life Jacob Rose MTS

  30-11-2021 22:56
  
  “I’d taken the kids on a trip, we’d been travelling for hours, the kids were amazing. When we finally got to the historic place torrential rain suddenly started. I thought it would be a disaster, but the kids, they were dancing in the rain. They didn’t care the bus came two hours late, or that it was pouring down, they were just so happy to be on a trip.”
  
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• The Rise of the Instagrammable Place - Serena Cobbinah

  30-11-2021 22:56
  
  Are unique places at risk of becoming only as valuable as the photos you can take of them?
  
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• Richmond Given New Space2grieve - Flynn Hinchcliffe, Hampton School

  30-11-2021 22:56
  
  Young people and adults in Richmond Borough have a new bereavement charity. Space2grieve has a team of bereavement specialists who provide free and confidential support to anyone living in the local area who has experienced a loss.
  
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• Cancer Care During COVID by Niamh Shieldon Newstead Wood School

  30-11-2021 22:56
  
  Cancer care during Covid
  
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• Jump Up A-Level? Clara Bardwell St George's College

  30-11-2021 22:54
  
  GCSEs to A-levels...a tough transition. This period in time from Year eleven to Sixth form is typically known for the challenges students all across the country face in stepping up a level to A levels! From doing on average ten or eleven different subjects to only three or four of your personal choice, brainwashes many pupils into underestimating just how difficult this re
  
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• Macbeth Brought to Life Milen Pattni Merchant Taylors School

  30-11-2021 22:53
  
  Macbeth Brought To Life By Milen Pattni
  
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• Watchmaking: A Dying Profession or not?

  30-11-2021 22:50
  
  A career path rarely thought of but quite much more in demand than you might think, yes watchmaker is a very intricate job profession that is strongly in demand and is shown to be in decline mainly due to its high requirements in terms of skill.
  
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• The Origin of Black Friday by Akshay John, Eltham College

  30-11-2021 22:50
  
  The Origin of Black Friday
  
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• When is it too early for Christmas Lights? Kingshill Avenue discusses.

  30-11-2021 22:49
  
  It has been a hot topic of discussion about how early one can reasonably put up Christmas Lights. With lights decorating streetlights more than a month before Christmas, locals have been discussing when the right time is to celebrate Christmas.
  
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• The Life of an Artist by Shahraiz Siyyid, Merchant Taylors' School

  30-11-2021 22:49
  
  Ammar Hasan Syed grew up in a family where art was loved, especially by his mother. His mother was the one who influenced him as a child, with making him do creative projects such as constructing cardboard cut-outs, or even the mere act of drawing. Here is a quote from him, illustrating his early signs of pursuing art,
  
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• Emma film review

  30-11-2021 22:49
  
  Into Film kindly offered students tickets to go and watch Emma at the Vue cinema through our school’s film studies GCSE subject. After watching the movie, I thought it would be good to write an honest review.
  
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