Hammersmith and Fulham news

• Ukraine may fall, but so will Putin – interview with Russian youths by Adam Sizoo Hampton School

  27-02-2022 23:47
  
  Putin has made a mistake invading Ukraine and the Russian people will not stand for it.
  
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• Life Between Islands at Tate Britain by Faith Cunningham Bancroft's

  27-02-2022 23:40
  
  Life Between Islands at Tate Britain
  
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• Visiting the Mayor - Isobel Dearlove - Merstham Park School

  27-02-2022 23:23
  
  At Merstham Park School Park, members of the School Council were given the opportunity to meet the Mayor of Reigate and Banstead.
  
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• What happened to Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders series 6?

  27-02-2022 22:50
  
  Here's everything you need to know about Polly Gray's death in Peaky Blinders.
  
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• What happened to Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders?

  27-02-2022 22:50
  
  Here's everything you need to know about Polly Gray's death in Peaky Blinders.
  
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• An Authors effect on their book- Zahra Modan

  27-02-2022 22:19
  
  Books whether they were written in recent history or are of late can occasionally be written by an author that could possibly hold unjust, inappropriate views however the question is how exactly a book which at first glance perhaps has no connection could potentially have subtle questionable undertones.
  
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• Do we really prioritise quality over quantity? Anna Pesala NWS

  27-02-2022 22:02
  
  We, as a society are so infatuated with the prospect of immortality- the idea of living forever. But have you ever taken a moment to truly imagine what it would be like?
  
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• Upcoming performance of the next generation of female musicians. You're invited! By Jaiming Kang City and Islington College/Sixth Form

  27-02-2022 21:53
  
  In the heart of London, a lively studio is bustling with sounds of music and occupied by a group of young talented female musicians, who are preparing for their performance on Friday 18th March at 7:00pm at Poplar Union. They will be singing and/or rapping original songs as part of the ‘Women In Focus Festival’ in celebration for International Women’s Day. You are invited to this performance that should not be missed.
  
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• Review of Pride and Prejudice (sort of)

  27-02-2022 21:35
  
  At the beginning of the month, I went to see ‘Pride and Prejudice (sort of)’ at the Criterion Theatre. The performance is an all-female production based of Jane Austin’s romance novel ‘Pride and Prejudice’. It was first performed at Edinburgh in 2020 and has since toured following great critical success. After watching the performance, I can understand why it won so many marvellous reviews.
  
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• The Book of Mormon Review -- Fran Riches, Greenshaw High School

  27-02-2022 21:33
  
  The multi-award-winning musical production The Book of Mormon has been playing at the Prince of Wales Theatre since 2011 and has left full crowds roaring with laughter with their hilarious risqué jokes. Nobody is left out in their wide variety of almost offensive jokes, excellently executed with comedic timing that few are able to have.
  
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• TikTok is promoting unhealthy eating standards

  27-02-2022 21:32
  
  TikTok is one of the most used apps now with more than 37% of the users aged between 10 and 19 years old. The content being put out to millions of young people can be unrealistic and very misleading for many.
  
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• The battle for green space in Wimbledon. Sharanya Narasimhan, Wimbledon High School

  27-02-2022 21:26
  
  There has been ongoing debate regarding the development of tennis courts on Grade II* listed parkland in Wimbledon.
  
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• A 60’s Extravaganza at Kingston Grammar – Srisha Pirabaharan, Kingston Grammar School

  27-02-2022 21:23
  
  Following their hilarious debut of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Kingston Grammar school has amazed once again with their latest production of Made in Dagenham The Musical featuring their senior students.
  
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• Protest or murder? By Simran Khatri, Hampton High

  27-02-2022 21:06
  
  Shaheed. An adjective derived from Arabic, meaning martyr. Shaheed Udham Singh. Martyr Udham Singh. Some beg to differ that he doesn’t deserve this title and that he was a murderer. Others argue against this and claim that he was a hero in disguise, a patient assassin, a protestor. However, let’s push opinions to the side for a second as in this article I will be laying out the facts about Udham Singh’s so called ‘crime’ and his motivation.
  
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• Interview with an active Roblox gamer

  27-02-2022 20:44
  
  This interview consists of a series of questions about Roblox which is answered by a gamer who has played Roblox for a while.
  
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• The soaring demand for London's food banks

  27-02-2022 20:36
  
  As Britain's cost of living crisis deepens, thousands of people are turning to food banks for help.
  
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• Piercings - School Rules and the Experience Imogen Dearlove Mesrtham Park School

  27-02-2022 20:26
  
   
  
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• The Panathenaia by Joy Amouzou-Akue, Bancroft's School

  27-02-2022 20:18
  
  For the Greeks religion was a central part of their lives and society. This is shown by their busy religious calendar filled with sacrifices and festivals. As the Greeks did not have weekends, they placed numerous holiday days in each month in which they were able to watch the games and take part in religious festivals. I would like to focus on one festival, the Panathenaia. 
  
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• Is the UK getting involved within the war?

  27-02-2022 20:05
  
  Many social media platforms such as Tiktok and snapchat have been spreading news such as the UK is getting involved within the war.
  
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• Heat or Eat

  27-02-2022 19:51
  
  Pandemics can grab the headlines or more worryingly they can fly below the radar. We are all too well aware of the terrible impact COVID has had on the vulnerable but we should not overlook the wholly avoidable toll that comes from the inability to stay warm due to fuel poverty.  
  
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• How to Win the Fitness Fight - Flynn Hinchcliffe, Hampton School

  27-02-2022 19:50
  
  We are coming to that point in the year when a lot of people who have made New Year’s resolutions begin to think about giving up, especially those around fitness. Local personal trainer and fitness expert Chris Wardlow shared his thoughts about motivation, New Year’s resolutions and the best ways to make a start to living a healthier, fitter life.
  
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• A Reflection From an Evacuee - Harry Pritchard, Hampton School.

  27-02-2022 19:35
  
  As Russia is invading Ukraine, I was lucky enough to talk to a Londoner, who in 1940 fled England to America to avoid the bombing during the Second World War . For the people of Ukraine, many families are also being split up due to the invasion. I interviewed the Londoner about his experience of fleeing the bombing of London during the Second World War, which was very thought provoking as it will reflect the feelings of many Ukrainians who are being separating by their war. 
  
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• Man bitten by 'boxer type' dog while walking in Dartford

  27-02-2022 19:14
  
  A man was reportedly bitten by a "boxer type" dog while walking his Jack Russell in Dartford.
  
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• Welcome to the ginger cat sanctuary; a safe place for all.

  27-02-2022 19:11
  
  Every year, many families make the impulsive decision after a child begs to get the adorable, picture perfect kitten. Regardless of how many warnings have been given, each year 19,233 cats are abandoned with no thought about it - but someone has to pick up the pieces. Here in Surrey, the team of volunteers in the Ginger cat sanctuary take in all unwanted cats, where they can become another member of their loving community.
  
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• Welcome to the ginger cat house rescue; a safe place for all.

  27-02-2022 19:11
  
  Every year, many families make the impulsive decision after a child begs to get the adorable, picture perfect kitten. Regardless of how many warnings have been given, each year 19,233 cats are abandoned with no thought about it - but someone has to pick up the pieces. Here in Surrey, the team of volunteers in the Ginger cat sanctuary take in all unwanted cats, where they can become another member of their loving community.
  
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• & Juliet, Shaftesbury Theatre, Sally Hamilton, Radnor House

  27-02-2022 19:03
  
  A review of the production of & Juliet at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London
  
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• Female composers take the stage - Tomas Escobar, Hampton School

  27-02-2022 18:51
  
  This year, millions of children across the world will be taking music exams, under some of the most internationally appraised exam boards. However, the vast majority will be playing the music of white European and American males, many of whom have lived in an era of colonisation and slavery. With so many other aspects of education having been ‘decolonised’, why should music in schools continue to be stuck in the past?
  
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• What is President Putin’s motives for invading Ukraine? Gemma Ellis Farringtons school

  27-02-2022 18:32
  
  What is President Putin’s motives for invading Ukraine? Russian troops are enclosing on Ukrainian land.
  
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• Easing of Covid restrictions from a Year 11's viewpoint - Matildaa Faure Walker, Surbiton High

  27-02-2022 18:28
  
  As Covid restrictions are eased in England, we speak to a young person about what this will mean for their daily lives and how they are feeling about the ‘new normal’.
  
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• Powerful and Poignant: Must-See Life Between Islands Exhibition, Isabella Keane, St Michael’s

  27-02-2022 18:19
  
  Life Between Islands is an art exhibition at the Tate Britain until the third of April, celebrating Caribbean-British art created by over 40 artists. It encompasses work from artists over the past 70 years who either came over to Britain from the Caribbean, have Caribbean heritage, or have a Caribbean influence. The work is unique and varied in media from painting to pastels, film to fashion, sketching, and clay, despite the same origin.
  
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• Why we should tackle climate change - Ria Khela GNSA

  27-02-2022 18:15
  
  Climate change has progressively been increasing over the past few years. Human activities such as burning fossil fuels have contributed towards this. Climate change has resulted in increased wildfires, melting glaciers, more frequent storms and droughts as well as rising sea levels which can add to the risk of severe flooding. This is not only harmful for humans but can also damage animals’ habitats. Therefore, it is important to understand the consequences that we have on the environment
  
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• 'Exploring Life's Richer Questions ' - by Alexander Golshan-Ebrahimi, Eltham College

  27-02-2022 18:09
  
  Philosophy society has just been started at Eltham College, and it began with a lecture and a discussion of morality, whereby many students and teachers convened to find more questions than answers, and to think even more deeply in our daily lives.
  
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• Spring Cleaning: The Environmental Way by Elaha Moosa Gumley House School

  27-02-2022 18:01
  
  Spring is fast approaching, and it is time to complete an annual Spring cleanse on anything from our wardrobe to our garden. However, while it is important to de-clutter our homes for a fresh beginning to the year – it is crucial to contemplate the effects such a thing can have on the Earth and make a change about it, starting this Spring.
  
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• Metropolitan Police needs more than a new Commissioner

  27-02-2022 18:00
  
  The Metropolitan Police have never been far from the headlines recently.
  
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• Two to appear in court after woman found dead in Edmonton

  27-02-2022 17:52
  
  Two people are due to appear in court charged with the murder of Susan Ioannou.
  
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• 'Better movies, better future'-Prabprit Khurana, Guru Nanak Sikh Academy

  27-02-2022 17:49
  
  We all know Netflix and how amazing its shows and films can be. Especially after the pandemic, Netflix has pretty much been installed into our daily routines. And yes, there are many interesting and captivating series that we’ve all been addicted too and so have I. But how would these series actually help us in the future.
  
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• 'High risk' man with dementia missing from Bromley

  27-02-2022 17:30
  
  Police are appealing for help locating an elderly man missing from Bromley who suffers from dementia.
  
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• 'High risk' man suffering from dementia missing from Bromley

  27-02-2022 17:30
  
  Police are appealing for help locating an elderly man missing from Bromley who suffers from dementia.
  
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• Wonders of Mathematics - By Kamran Seward

  27-02-2022 17:27
  
  This is the summery of my experience when going to The Maths Fest with my school
  
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• My Issue With The Summer Body Narrative - Renee O, St Philomena's

  27-02-2022 17:15
  
   
  
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• Lata Mangeshkar: The legendary singer of Bollywood

  27-02-2022 16:55
  
  If you were raised in a South Asian household and come from a background, where families sit together and watch Bollywood movies together, the name Lata Mangeshkar should ring a few bells...
  
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• Storm Eunice causes havoc in West London- Sasha Sofat, St Catherines School

  27-02-2022 16:16
  
  This weekend the UK was affected by the unwelcome arrival of storm Eunice. Widespread disruption was seen with some serious consequences such as the 4 deaths and many more injured due to falling debris across the whole of the UK. Subsequently, the transport networks around London were severely affected by Storm Enuice with extensive disturbances and around 200,000 homes across the UK left without power for days (1). 
  
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• Maths - an Intelligence Test? Nasiha Khan

  27-02-2022 16:11
  
  Even though English is the most spoken in the world, mathematics truly is the universal language. But should maths be used as an intelligence test for everyone?
  
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• Help for the Homeless by Lara Phillips, Wimbledon High School

  27-02-2022 15:51
  
  Homelessness is and has been a prominent issue in our society for many centuries now, with an estimated 11,000 people sleeping rough in London alone last year.
  
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• Social media and war time propaganda

  27-02-2022 15:43
  
  An observation and analysis of the posts made by the official Ukraine's twitter account in response to the Russian invasion.
  
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• A Dark and Stormy Night - Edmund Ng - Hampton School

  27-02-2022 15:43
  
  This isn't a description of some nuclear apocalypse, but instead the consequences of extreme weather.
  
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• Bill Henham: Family pay tribute after murder convictions

  27-02-2022 15:38
  
  The family of a Greenwich student brutally killed at a New Year's Eve squat party have paid tribute to him after four men were convicted of murder.
  
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• South London 'pocket flats' will stop NHS staff exodus, nurse says

  27-02-2022 14:25
  
  A block of ‘pocket flats’ approved in South London will stop an exodus of NHS staff from the capital by allowing them to get onto the property ladder, a nurse has said.
  
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• Chari-Tea. Lara Kerr, Wimbledon High School.

  27-02-2022 14:19
  
  Just before half-term, year 9 students at Wimbledon High School ran a bubble tea stall to raise money for charity. Collecting a remarkable £246, their efforts have been appreciated by Solace Women's Aid- a charity that provides free advice and support to women suffering abuse or violence in London.
  
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• Should students be entitled to mental health days off? Molly Seabury - The Holy Cross School

  27-02-2022 14:18
  
   
  
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