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Steve Schapiro’s iconic photos of 20th century America
Photography

Steve Schapiro’s iconic photos of 20th century America

After building his reputation covering the US civil rights movement in the 1960s, the photographer went on to produce some of the most enduring images of the past century. Now, a new exhibition celebrates his legacy.

Written by: Miss Rosen

The Ukrainians left vulnerable by the UK’s rental market
Activism

The Ukrainians left vulnerable by the UK’s rental market

‘We are facing a crisis’ — After fleeing the war in Ukraine, people are being left vulnerable once again as they battle to secure affordable and decent housing in the UK.

Written by: Tamsin Paternoster

Photos of native New Yorkers who refuse to be pushed out
Photography

Photos of native New Yorkers who refuse to be pushed out

David 'Dee' Delgado’s photo honours and uplifts the city of his youth, and a world disappearing under the relentless march of gentrification.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Surreal portraits of people on the fringes of America
Photography

Surreal portraits of people on the fringes of America

From snake handlers to mardi-gras revellers, Tom “TBow” Bowden’s photos provide a snapshot of the wonderful and weird people who make up America.

Written by: Isaac Muk

Saving people at sea should never be a crime
Activism

Saving people at sea should never be a crime

Drop the chargers — A group of aid workers face imprisonment for helping to save people fleeing their homes at sea. If they are charged, it will have a chilling effect on humanitarian efforts, writes Ben Smoke.

Written by: Ben Smoke

Leo Baker is finding his feet again after transitioning
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Leo Baker is finding his feet again after transitioning

The pro-skater withdrew from the 2020 Olympic Games so he could come out as trans. Now, he’s hoping to encourage others to live as their authentic selves – within the sport and beyond.

Written by: Cameron Cook

SAMO® mastermind Al Diaz on the evolution of NYC graffiti
Art

SAMO® mastermind Al Diaz on the evolution of NYC graffiti

The first-generation graffiti artist reflects on the tagging’s emergence as an art form and the players who pushed the medium forward.

Written by: Miss Rosen

The teen photographer who captured the Black Panther Party
Photography

The teen photographer who captured the Black Panther Party

Jeffrey Henson Scales intimate portraits and protest images of the BPP and its leaders offer a rare insight into organisation at a time of societal upheaval.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Cruel Santino is alté’s brightest star
Music

Cruel Santino is alté’s brightest star

After a two-year hiatus and a new album, the Nigerian artist is riding high. Now, he wants to bring his alternative, genre-bending sound to the world.

Written by: Shirley Ahura

An electrifying portrait of New York’s ballroom community
Photography

An electrifying portrait of New York’s ballroom community

Yohon Tatum, aka Legendary Father of the House of Tisci, reflects on nurturing a new generation of talent.

Written by: Miss Rosen

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