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On the brink of war, Ukrainians share their hopes and fears

‘We live on an atomic bomb’ — Earlier this week, ahead of Russia’s invasion, Kyiv residents spoke about the mood in the Ukrainian capital.

Written by: Freddie Reynolds

Protestors rally in Whitehall in support of Ukraine

‘Stop Putin’s war!’ — In the wake of Thursday’s invasion, hundreds gathered outside Downing Street to call for tougher sanctions on Russia.

Written by: Huck

The legacy of Edgware Road shawarma for Arab Brits

Home Away From Home — Edgware Road has served as a haven for the Arab diaspora looking to experience connection to their homelands. Despite rampant gentrification in the surrounding areas, this diverse community has held its ground.

Written by: Dalia Al-Dujaili

Electronic pioneer Richard Pinhas on life and legacy

The Heldon founder reflects on his journey – from lending Jimi Hendrix guitar strings as a teenager, to performing six shows a week in his 70s.

Written by: Jeremy Allen

The London squatters who resisted evictions in the ‘70s

’Housing for all!‘ — In 1973, Tower Hamlets city council decided to tear down the crumbling buildings where squatters were living. Photographer David Hoffman documented the fight back in what would become the first protest photo book published in the UK.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Bosses are denying workers the space to grieve

Calling for compassion — There are currently no UK laws obliging employers to grant worker’s leave for a death in the family. But with the pandemic bringing grief to the fore, it’s sparked a renewed focus on the issue of allowing workers time to process death.

Written by: Anna Samson

Chris Crack is built differently

The Chicago MC blends provocative, pitch-black humour with a relentless work ethic, driven by a desire to seek out the light in dark situations.

Written by: Thomas Hobbs

Why we staged a fake Stonehenge drilling exhibit

BP must fall — Activist group BP or not BP? are calling on the British Museum to cut its ties with fossil fuel companies.

Written by: Francesca Willow

Zimbabwe’s diaspora is continuing to fight for freedom

‘Zanu PF must go!‘ — In the face of government suppression and violence, Zimbabwean activists around the world are leading the fight for change ahead of the 2023 election.

A portrait of a misrepresented community in Blackburn

Welcome to Bank Top — In his photo book, photographer Craig Easton set out to confront the dangerous stereotypes surrounding a small community in Blackburn.

Written by: Miss Rosen