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The breathtaking cloudscapes of photographer Benedict Redgrove

Minimal art meets meditation — Captured at high altitude over the course of a hundred journeys, British photographer's images of clouds are a expression of freedom and tranquility. We caught up with him in London to talk about his illustrious career, his inspirations and the search for peace in his new work.

  • Culture
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

This youth football club is breaking barriers and uniting London neighbourhoods

The unifying power of sport — Jamal Edwards has gone from being amateur filmmaker to an online entrepreneur worth millions. Now he's utilising his influence to unite London's youth and equip them with the power of self-belief.

  • Culture
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

In my own words: How hip-hop saved my mental health

The healing power of music — London rapper Stickz has turned his life around after a prolonged battle with bipolar disorder and psychosis, helping others overcome stigma through the power of music.

  • Culture
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

Video: The rise of grime in the United States

Spitting bars across the Atlantic — Grime's biggest artists brought their UK sound to Austin, Texas last month. Watch this mini-documentary and see everything that went down at SXSW, with Skepta, Lethal Bizzle, Stormzy, and more.

  • Culture
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

In Pictures: What 'Techies' Really Look Like...

The diverse faces of tech — As part of a groundbreaking portrait series, photographer Helena Price showcases the under-represented faces and stories of the tech world.

  • Culture
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

Harder to reach: mental health and stigma among black men

Misrepresented and misunderstood — A new photography exhibition aims to uncover the mental-health needs and experiences of black men in the UK – one of the most at-risk groups in the country.

  • Culture
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

Lakwena Maciver explores faith and mythology through electric colours and patterns

Inspiring words and electric colour — Known for her blend of colour, dialogue and decoration, London street artist Lakwena Maciver brings her signature murals to Shoreditch’s Boxpark. Huck caught up with her as she was putting the finishing touches on with her new exhibition, Up in the Air.

  • Art
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

The pioneering kids behind Ethiopia's emerging skate scene

Skating beyond borders — Documentary photographer Daniel Reiter has captured images of Addis Ababa's emerging skate scene. The sprawling Ethiopian capital is home to a new generation dreaming big, here Daniel explains how he got involved.

  • Skate
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

North Carolina has passed the "most anti-LGBT bill" in the U.S.

A bill fuelled by prejudice — After passing discriminatory legislation, the North Carolina Governor, Pat McCrory, finds himself facing an intense backlash from campaigners, businesses and peers alike.

  • Culture
  • Jason Nicco-Annan

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