Author: Martin Hibbert
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Honouring Gene Hackman: 10 Iconic Films That Defined His Career
Today, we mourn the loss of one of cinema’s greatest talents, Gene Hackman. With a career spanning over five decades, Hackman’s performances were always marked by depth, intensity, and an unmatched ability to bring complex characters to life. Whether playing iconic heroes or unforgettable villains, his legacy in film will continue to inspire generations to…
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The Life-Threatening Gap in Cancer Screening for Disabled Women
Access to routine cancer screenings can mean the difference between life and death. Yet, for many disabled women—particularly wheelchair users—these essential screenings remain out of reach due to a lack of accessible medical facilities and equipment. The Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) has launched a petition urging the UK government to increase funding and ensure that…
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Review: Captain America: Brave New World.
The latest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Captain America: Brave New World, sees Anthony Mackie take center stage as Sam Wilson, the new bearer of the shield. Following the events of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, this film marks his first solo outing as Captain America, a role that carries heavy expectations. Does Brave New World rise…
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A Journey to Auschwitz-Birkenau: A Sobering Stag Do in June 2014.
In June 2014, during my stag weekend in Krakow, I visited Auschwitz-Birkenau. It was a trip I had long wanted to make. As a keen military historian, I felt compelled to see it firsthand, to try and grasp the scale of the atrocities committed there. I’d assumed it would be a deeply personal experience, something…
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An Urgent Plea for Change: The Silent Struggle of Spinal Cord Injury Patients
Today marks the first-ever Paralysed Bowel Awareness Day, a crucial milestone in the fight to end the suffering caused by inadequate bowel care for spinal cord injury (SCI) patients. But let’s be clear, this isn’t a day of celebration. It’s a day that exists because the NHS is failing us, and people with SCI continue…
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The Critical Need for More Spinal Units in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) are life-changing events that demand immediate and specialised care to maximise recovery and quality of life. Across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, an estimated 105,000 people are living with spinal cord injuries, with approximately 12 new cases occurring every day—amounting to nearly 4,400 injuries annually. Despite this rising demand, there are…
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