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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Promotion of opinion article titled 'Is it all our parents' fault? — The rise in polyamory' by Hannah Din. Includes the article's featured photo of two hands touching by Jonathan Borba via Unsplash.
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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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Addison’s leaning into her dark pop side.

Cassandra dives into Addison Rae’s “Fame Is a Gun,” highlighting its blend of classic dance-pop with introspective alt-pop edges.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #AddisonRae #FameIsAGun #PopReview
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September 4, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Ever wondered how art bridges cultures?

Emily explores how Hiroshige’s work transcends boundaries, reaffirming Japan’s impact on Western visual culture.

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#EmpowordFeatures #Hiroshige #ArtExhibition #CulturalDialogue #Review
Promotion of features article titled ‘A review of the exhibition Hiroshige: Artist of the open road’ by Emily Bird. Includes the article's featured photo of a Japanese neighbourhood, by Mateusz Walendzik via Pexels.
September 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Nostalgic beats meet alluring songwriting in ‘Addison’.

Eve reintroduces Addison Rae as a legitimate pop vocalist reshaping her legacy.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #AddisonRae #PopMusic #SubtleGenius
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September 3, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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We’re back in the TARDIS!

Olivia reviews Season 15 of the Doctor Who, including its actors' performances, character development and storytelling.

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#EmpowordEntertainment #DoctorWho #DoctorWho15 #NcutiGatwa #VaradaSethu
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August 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM