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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

Rail strikes: photos of worker solidarity on the picket lines
Activism

Rail strikes: photos of worker solidarity on the picket lines

People power — Yesterday, rail workers came together to protest poor pay, working conditions and job cuts in their latest round of strikes.

Written by: Huck

On the road with America’s female truckers
Photography

On the road with America’s female truckers

Photographer Anne-Marie Michel captures the women who through determination and strength are forging their own way in a male-dominated industry.

Written by: Miss Rosen

William Orbit on creativity, addiction & self-discovery
Music

William Orbit on creativity, addiction & self-discovery

As the producer gears up to release his first album in eight years, he reflects on his battle with drug use, getting into painting and what Madonna taught him.

Written by: Jeremy Allen

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