Michael Samuel

Jan 22, 2025 | econotimes.com | Michael Samuel

Bookended by the release of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD in January and Grand Theft Auto 6, at the end of the year (it’s already winning wards in anticipation) 2025 looks set to be exciting for gamers. There’s also set to be a big leap forward in console design with the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, an overhaul of the popular 2017 model, which was previewed in a glossy video trailer last week. From new consoles to big budget and indie games, here’s what to look forward to in the coming months.

Jan 22, 2025 | theconversation.com | Michael Samuel

Bookended by the release of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD in January and Grand Theft Auto 6, at the end of the year (it’s already winning wards in anticipation) 2025 looks set to be exciting for gamers. There’s also set to be a big leap forward in console design with the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, an overhaul of the popular 2017 model, which was previewed in a glossy video trailer last week. From new consoles to big budget and indie games, here’s what to look forward to in the coming months.

Oct 21, 2024 | independent.co.uk | Michael Samuel

In the words of American psychologist Carl Rogers: “The facts are always friendly.” This simple yet profound statement serves as a reminder of the vital role truth plays in both personal and public life. Yet, in today’s UK political landscape, facts are increasingly being blurred or manipulated for political gain. As voters, we find it more and more difficult to trust politicians who trade in deception, obfuscate data, and spin narratives that suit their agendas rather than reflect reality.

Oct 10, 2024 | socialcare.today | Michael Samuel

Today marks World Mental Health Day and the focus for this year is ‘workplace mental health’. This is a fundamentally two way relationship. Whilst employment can provide better self-esteem, identity, and a sense of purpose, poor quality, high stress work also brings its own negative consequences. As Sigmund Freud aptly put it ‘Love and work are the cornerstones of our humanness’, but the reality for many people in the UK is unemployment.

Oct 10, 2024 | socialcare.today | Michael Samuel

Today marks World Mental Health Day and the focus for this year is ‘workplace mental health’. Whilst employment provides better self-esteem, identity, and a sense of purpose, high stress work also brings its own negative consequences. As Sigmund Freud aptly put it ‘Love and work are the cornerstones of our humanness’, but the reality for many people in the UK is unemployment. At Labour Conference, Keir Starmer vowed to do everything his government can to end widespread worklessness in the UK.