Europe

Adventurers choose their favourite Europe nature spots
Outdoors

Adventurers choose their favourite Europe nature spots

In partnership with Keen — Daniel Neilson, James Forrest and Alan Hinkes reveal the areas that are closest to their hearts – and why it’s so important that we keep them protected.

Written by: Huck

Cycling for equality in Europe’s bike messenger scene
Bike

Cycling for equality in Europe’s bike messenger scene

The race is on — This week, couriers from across the continent and gender spectrum are racing around Brussels in pursuit of the European Cycle Messenger Championship.

Written by: Michael Henson

How a tattoo flash day is revolutionising the industry
Activism

How a tattoo flash day is revolutionising the industry

Still not asking for it — Still Not Asking For It is a US-based event celebrating women and survivors. Artist Liv Wynter explains why her studio Red Point Tattoo – led by Claudia de Sabe – is bringing it to the UK.

Written by: Liv Wynter

The history of art and rave culture in ’90s Poland
Music

The history of art and rave culture in ’90s Poland

140 beats per minute — This week, the Tate Modern is celebrating the aesthetics of the country’s rave scene, with an evening of films focused on the movement‘s key figures.

Written by: Eric Thorp

A colourful ode to Albanian womanhood
Photography

A colourful ode to Albanian womanhood

Tales of lipstick and virtue — In her ongoing photography project Tales of Lipstick and Virtue, Anna Ehrenstein pays tribute to the extreme, hyper-feminine aesthetics of her home country.

Written by: Geralda Cela

In Lisbon, the dancefloor is still a site of resistance
Music

In Lisbon, the dancefloor is still a site of resistance

Political parties — Despite most clubs in the city being whitewashed and shuttered with harsher licenses, a host of rebel collectives are fighting back – carving out inclusive spaces that don’t shy away from politics.

Written by: Peter Yeung

The Great British Breakup: the Blair years
Opinion

The Great British Breakup: the Blair years

Welcome to Brexitland — As Theresa May’s government ploughs on delivering a Brexit that nobody wants, our brave historian Ben Smoke dives into 40 years of mess to find out how we got here.

Written by: Ben Smoke

In Portugal, protestors march against the threat of fascism
Activism

In Portugal, protestors march against the threat of fascism

Taking a stand — With reports of police brutality and rising racism, the country is getting ready to fight.

Written by: April Clare Welsh

The Great British Breakup: the Thatcher years
Opinion

The Great British Breakup: the Thatcher years

Welcome to Brexitland — As Theresa May’s government ploughs on delivering a Brexit that nobody wants, our brave historian Ben Smoke dives into 40 years of mess to find out how we got here.

Written by: Ben Smoke

Brexit unpacked: your bullshit-free guide to the current mess
Opinion

Brexit unpacked: your bullshit-free guide to the current mess

What is happening? — While it’s easy to switch off, Brexit will shape British politics, and our lives, for a generation – so we owe it to ourselves not to clock out. Writer Ben Smoke talks us through the mess.

Written by: Ben Smoke

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