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We will be taking a winter break from 25th December to 8th January!❄️☃️

While on break, we will not be accepting new pitches, but will continue to edit articles already in the works!

We truly appreciate all of you! Happy holidays, and can't wait to get back to it in the new year!🥳💙

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December 25, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Have you heard of Wolf Alice, an alternative rock band from London?

Lindsay reviews their single 'The Sofa', highlighting its themes of ageing, settling, and embracing life’s ebbs and flows.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #WolfAlice #TheSofa
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Wolf Alice - 'The Sofa' review' by Lindsay Macdonald. Includes the article's featured photo of Wolf Alice performing in a concert in dim blue light.
December 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Did you enjoy series 4 of The Bear?

Zoe praises how it explores the team of identity, grief and hope in kitchen life with a character-driven approach, which lets the audience relate more.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #TheBear #TheBearReview
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'The Bear series 4 review' by Zoe Adey. Includes the article's featured photo of a dim, professional kitchen with stainless-steel counters and hanging pots and pans.
December 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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What do you think of Djo's surprise single 'Carry the Name'?

Siobe details the themes, sounds, and lyrics behind the single from Djo's deluxe edition of 'The Crux' album.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #Music #Djo #JoeKeery #TheCruxAlbum
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Djo surprises fans with new single ‘Carry the Name’’ by Siobe Morling. Includes the article's featured photo of Joe Keery smiling by Gage Skidmore via Flickr.
December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Have you listened to 'vampire diaries' by MGK?

Cassandra dives into the single from the artist’s latest ‘Lost Americana’ album.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #Music #MGK #MachineGunKelly #LostAmericana
Promotion of entertainment article titled ‘'vampire diaries' by MGK – review' by Cassandra Fong. Includes the article's featured photo of the singer MGK smiling, by Erik Drost via Flickr.
December 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Why is it so difficult for people with ADHD to access medication?

Sophie examines the bureaucratic and social challenges surrounding ADHD treatment in the UK, calling for a more balanced caring system.

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#EmpowordFeatures #NHS #ADHD #Neurodiversity
Promotion of features article titled 'The battle for ADHD medication' by Sophie Barbe. Includes the article's featured photo of a plastic container and pills, by Christina Victoria Craft via Unsplash.
November 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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What makes Barry Can’t Swim’s second album so special?

Charlotte reviews the album Loner, explaining the deeply introspective and emotionally layered electronic journey.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #AlbumReview #BarryCantSwims #Loner
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Barry Can't Swim: Loner - Album review' by Charlotte Smith. Includes the article's featured photo of Barry Can’t Swim singing on stage under dim lighting, by Exit Festival via Flickr.
November 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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It’s the revival of the magic of classic 2000s rom-com!

Imogene explores the impact ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ had on social media and girlhood this summer.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #TheSummerITurnedPretty #TVSeries
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October 30, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Have you listened to Benson Boone's 'American Heart' album?

Eve delves into Benson's latest album track by track and his rising fame as a pop icon.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #BensonBoone #AmericanHeart #Music #PopMusic
Promotion of entertainment article titled ‘Benson Boone ‘American Heart’ —Album review' by Eve Hutchinson. Includes the article's featured photo of Benson Boone singing into a microphone by NRK P3 via Flickr.
October 30, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Have you listened to Ariana Grande’s ‘twilight zone’?

Cassandra discusses the song’s theme of complex relationships, lyrics, melody and what makes it different from other breakup songs.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #ArianaGrande #TwilightZone
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October 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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How can dramas depict the deaf community better?

Kelsey reviews ITV’s ‘Code of Silence’, critiquing its balance between the plot and representation.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #CodeofSilence #ITV #CharlotteRitchie
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Code of Silence review: A wasted opportunity?' by Kelsey Pargeter. Includes the article's featured photo of a close-up of a hand holding a TV remote control by renateko via Pixabay.
October 29, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Man-child why do you always come a-running to me?

Isabelle deep dives into Sabrina's iconic first track on the 'Man’s Best Friend’ album.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #SabrinaCarpenter #ManChild #Music #MansBestFriend
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Sabrina Carpenter's single 'Manchild' playfully criticises foolish men' by Isabelle Shaw. Includes the article's featured photo of Sabrina Carpenter standing up wearing a sparkly silver dress and holding a mug by Raph_PH via Flickr.
October 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Have you heard Big Thief's track 'Incomprehensible'?

Sarina explores into the lyrical meaning behind the band’s new hit.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #BigThief #Incomprehensible #Music #AdrianneLenker
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Big Thief - 'Incomprehensible' review' by Sarina Maloy. Includes the article's featured photo of Adrianne Lenker singing into a microphone by Martin Schumann via Wikimedia Commons.
October 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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You belong with me! (Taylor’s Version).

Sarina deep dives into Taylor Swift reclaiming her musical rights and legacy through her master recordings.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #TaylorSwift #Swifties #Patriarchy #TaylorsVersion #MusicRights
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Taylor Swift's master recordings belong to her' by Sarina Maloy. Includes the article's featured photo of a phone displaying Taylor Swifts 'Red' album and two airpods by Omid Arnin via Unsplash.
October 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Is polyamory a problem that needs to be solved, or is it just a by-product of our modern world?

Hannah unpacks the recent online debate and sociological side of polyamory.

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#EmpowordOpinion #CambridgeUniversity #Debate #GenZ #ArchieMackintosh #CharlieKirk
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October 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Is Trump seen as a political leader or a messianic figure?

Grace explores how Trump has evolved in MAGA to a near-religious icon, seen as chosen by God.

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#EmpowordOpinion #Trump #ChristianNationalism #MAGA #ReligionAndPolitics #GodAndState
Promotion of opinion article titled ‘Elected by the people or God? – Trump's rise as a Godly figure in America’ by Grace Loveday. Includes the article’s featured image of a ‘Make America Great Again’ cap by Natilyn Hicks Photography via Unsplash.
October 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Content Warning - Sexual violence, gender-based violence and misogyny.

Izzy explains how Bonnie Blue's controversial public persona reflects society's regression around sexuality.

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#EmpowordOpinion #BonnieBlue #Misogyny #GBV
Promotion of opinion article titled 'Is Bonnie Blue setting us back? – How history repeats itself' by Izzy Jakes. Includes the article's featured image of an unmade bed and lamp in a bedroom by Nicole Bomar via Unsplash.
October 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Imagine this: Shakespeare's Romeo with a cowboy hat and a Southern accent.

Keziah describes the wit of Holmes’ Wild West twist on the classic play.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #Shakespeare #RomeoAndJuliet #SeanHolmes #Theatre #Production #WildWest #Beyonce
Promotion of entertainment titled 'Shakespeare and saloon fights: Review of Sean Holmes' Romeo and Juliet' by Keziah Cho. Includes the article's featured photo of a silhouette of three performers on stage by Kyle Head via Unsplash.
October 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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September 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Smartphones are fostering the ‘Sephora Kids’ phenomenon.

Jules explores the harms of smartphones on young children, and the systematic changes needed to safeguard them.

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#EmpowordOpinion #SephoraKid #Smartphone #Beauty
Promotion of opinion article titled 'From Sephora kids to savage kids: Have smart phones made us reckless?' by Jules Millward. Includes the article's featured photo of a young girl scrolling a smartphone screen by Sanket Mishra via Unsplash.
September 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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How does 'Karate Kid: Legends' offer a fresh take on the beloved franchise?

Alicia reviews how the film shows strong emotional and legacy themes, while presenting characters reflecting today’s world.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #KarateKidLegends #CobraKai
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Karate Kid: Legends - Review' by Alicia Tariq. Includes the article's featured photo of a silhouette of a martial artist kicking by Matan Perlmuter via Unsplash.
September 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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What happens when queer journos leave major platforms?

Teguan explains why queer journalists are leaving Meta and concerns over representation on social media.

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#EmpowordOpinion #Meta #Journalism #QueerJournalism #LGBTQ
September 15, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Young people are turning to AI for emotional support.

Ella explores the rising trend, and raises questions about the future of AI-mediated therapy.

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#EmpowordFeatures #AI #ChatGPT #AITherapy #MentalHealth #YouthWellBeing #Technology #DigitalWellness
Promotion of features article titled 'The growth of ChatGPT therapy: Why are young people turning to AI for emotional support?' by Ella Beadman. Includes the article's featured photo of a pointed finger on a robotic hand, by Tara Winstead via Pexels.
September 14, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Which genre are you most excited to dive into?

Katie provides a guide to building your perfect summer 2025 reading list.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #Reading #Books #SummerReads #TBR #SummerReads2025 #MustRead
Promotion of entertainment article titled 'Your ultimate summer TBR: Diving into this season’s hottest reads' by Katie Barr. Includes the article's featured photo of a hand reaching for a book from a bookshelf, by Christin Hume via Unsplash.
September 14, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Ready for a brutally honest ballad?

Méline examines how girl in red’s new single sets the stage for a deeply personal and confession-style release.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #GirlinRed #Hemingway #MusicReview
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September 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM