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Photos exploring Black Britishness in the 21st century
Photography

Photos exploring Black Britishness in the 21st century

A new series of photos by Johny Pitts celebrates Black life in Britain while shining a light on communities and subcultures that have all too often been overlooked.

Written by: Isaac Muk

Stories of life under siege in Ukraine’s Donbas region
Activism

Stories of life under siege in Ukraine’s Donbas region

‘We’re barely surviving’ — Photojournalist Fiora Garenzi spoke with people still living in Eastern Ukraine, an area which seen some of the heaviest fighting since the war began.

Written by: Fiora Garenzi

We need an honest conversation about monkeypox
Activism

We need an honest conversation about monkeypox

Vax equity now — With the government dragging its heels in the face of a global health emergency, we must take steps to fight misinformation and demand a swift UK-wide vaccine roll out, writes Phil Samba.

Written by: Phil Samba

Rare and intimate photos of Billie Holiday in the ‘50s
Photography

Rare and intimate photos of Billie Holiday in the ‘50s

In 1957, photojournalist Jerry Dantzic spent time with the iconic jazz singer during her two-week run at Sugar Hill Nightclub, capturing both her public and private life.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Mitski is tired of working for the knife
Huck 77

Mitski is tired of working for the knife

Huck’s latest cover star speaks out against the exploitation that defines the music industry, imagining a future in which the artist is no longer a product.

Written by: Al Horner

Why barristers are striking for justice
Activism

Why barristers are striking for justice

Hot Strike Summer — As the Criminal Bar Association enters its fifth week of action, criminal barrister Russel Fraser explains why the legal professionals have walked out and how action is likely to escalate.

Written by: Russell Fraser

Growing up behind the counter of a Chinese takeaway in Wales
Books

Growing up behind the counter of a Chinese takeaway in Wales

Angela Hui discusses her new memoir, which offers a sobering reflection on the racism and otherness she’s experienced along with a joyful celebration of her culinary heritage.

Written by: Ian Wang

The deadly rise of Tasers in British policing
Activism

The deadly rise of Tasers in British policing

Say Their Names — A sharp increase in officers armed with the electrical weapon is resulting in serious injuries and deaths, with Black people and those suffering from mental ill health more likely to be Tasered.

Written by: Rebecca Tidy

Evocative photos of a seaside holiday in 1960s Blackpool
Photography

Evocative photos of a seaside holiday in 1960s Blackpool

From chip shops to bingo halls and burlesque dancers, photographer Mike Coles remembers capturing scenes of holidaymakers by the English coast.

Written by: Miss Rosen

In Belarus, victims of sexual assault have nowhere to turn
Activism

In Belarus, victims of sexual assault have nowhere to turn

Human cost — The government’s brutal crackdown on NGOs has left victims of rape without anywhere to seek help. And now, as the country plays a key role is Russia’s war, things are only getting worse.

Written by: Anna Conkling

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