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Huck 82: The Music Issue

What went down at Huck’s Issue 82 launch party

Gems & mems — With an insightful Q&A featuring High Vis’ Graham Sayle and cover star Kojey Radical, along with headsy bass music from Manami and grooves from DJ.FINAL3.INDD, it was an evening to celebrate music, print and community.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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Activism

A Manchester laser studio is removing Harry Potter tattoos for half-price

Deletrius — They claimed that the franchise had “lost its magic” following author JK Rowling’s recent statements on trans rights.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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Culture

London’s green cabmen’s shelters are filled with history. What does their future hold?

Green oases — For the city’s taxi drivers, the shelters offer a spot to rest, recharge and fill themselves at a reasonable price. But with London’s ever-shifting transportation landscape, the huts could become collateral damage, reports Fred Garratt-Stanley

Written by: Fred Garratt-Stanley

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Huck 82: The Music Issue

We’re hosting a party in Shoreditch, and you’re invited

The Music Issue Celebration — Taking place at the Photobook Café on October 22, there will be DJs, drinks and a special Q&A with cover star Kojey Radical and High Vis frontman Graham Sayle.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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Sport

The UK’s oldest weightlifting gym is under threat. Can it weather gentrification?

The weight of history — The Bethnal Green Weightlifting Club has been open since 1926. Emma Fowle meets the people fighting to keep the East End institution, the history it preserves, and the community it serves alive for the next generation of strength stars.

Written by: Emma Fowle

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Sport

Vibrations and victories at the World Worm Charming Championships

The magic below — Every year, the small town of Nantwich in Cheshire turns the quiet art of coaxing worms from the earth into an internationally known sport, as competitors shake, stomp, and strum their way to glory.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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Activism

Hundreds rally in support of Kneecap’s Mo Chara as court delays ruling on terror charge

Adjourned — Demonstrations outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court saw chants for Palestine and Ireland echo through central London, as the rapper’s case was adjourned until September 26.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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Palestine

Line-up Announced for Palestine Benefit Concert at Wembley Arena

Together for Palestine: Greentea Peng, Jamie xx, Paloma Faith, Damon Albarn and more will join the major Gaza fundraiser at Wembley this September.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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Music

Brian Eno announces Palestine fundraiser concert at Wembley Arena

Together for Palestine — It will take place on September 17, with “every penny donated” going to humanitarian relief in Gaza via Choose Love.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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Sport

Lionesses Euro final win draws the UK’s most watched 2025 TV moment

Bringing it home again — 12.2 million people tuned in to watch England women’s football team beat out Spain on the BBC, with a strong showing from young fans.

Written by: Ella Glossop

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