Popular Culture: Conversations that matter

A popular culture hub for the issues, events, and cultural moments shaping our world right now. In this category, we delve into the deeper aspects of popular culture, examining the impact of fast fashion, the effects of over-tourism, the significance behind global awareness days, the release of influential books, and evolving narratives within Black culture and beyond.

From headlines to hashtags, Popular Culture dives into the conversations that spark change and reflection. Here, you’ll find thoughtful commentary, critical reviews, and stories that connect the personal to the political — because culture isn’t just what we consume. It’s what we live, question, and carry forward.

The 3 Best free online libraries for reading books and historical sources

For students, writers, researchers, and history lovers, access to reliable books and primary sources can feel like a luxury. Academic databases often sit behind paywalls, rare historical texts can …

A century of Black history commemorations: How Black History Month began and why it matters today

In 2026, the United States commemorates a significant milestone: 100 years of Black History Month celebrations. The official theme for this year, A Century of Black History Commemorations, marks 100 …

Top 10 most influential books in history

Throughout human history, certain books have had an enormous impact on the world, not just in literature but in politics, religion, science, and society. These are the texts that have shaped …

International Women’s Day 2025: Accelerate action for equality

Every year on 8 March, the world comes together to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD)—a global day recognising the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is …

Celebrating 31 Days of Black History

The theme of this year’s UK Black History Month is ‘Reclaiming Narratives’. To celebrate, we’ll be publishing videos daily that celebrate the achievements of Black people in …

Reclaiming Narratives: The theme of Black History Month 2024

Black History Month in the UK has always been a time for reflection, celebration, and education. Each October, communities across the country come together to honour the contributions of Black people, …

International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition: A day to reflect and educate

Every year on 23 August the world pauses to commemorate the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition. This significant observance, established by UNESCO in 1998, …

Paris Olympic opening ceremony: Highlights and controversies

The opening ceremony for the Paris 2024 Olympics garnered a lot of attention for its innovative approach and ambitious scale. For the first time in Olympic history, the ceremony was held outside a …

What is mentoring, and how can it help you?

Mentorship, a one-on-one relationship based on mutual trust, respect, and a shared commitment to personal and professional growth, has long been integral to personal and career development. Providing …

International Men’s Day: Celebrating men and boys

Every year on November 19th, International Men’s Day is celebrated in the UK. This day aims to raise awareness about health issues, challenge stereotypes, promote gender equality and celebrate …

Survey reveals half of Britons unable to identify a Black British historical figure

A recent survey found that a significant portion of Britons have limited knowledge about Black British history, with over half being unable to identify a single historical figure. The findings …

Black History Month UK: Celebrating the contributions of black women

‍Black History Month is a time to honour and celebrate the achievements and contributions of black individuals throughout history. In the UK, the theme for Black History Month 2023 is “Saluting …