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Down and out in east LA: vintage shots of Chicano life
Edge of society — In the 1970s, photographer Wynn Miller joined the Arizona Maravilla gang: a disenfranchised community stuck on the margins of society.
Written by: Miss Rosen
The sinister story behind Russia’s LGBTQ ‘kill list’
A dangerous message — Last month, activist Elena Grigorieva was murdered after her details were doxxed on a mysterious, Saw-inspired website. But who is behind it, and why doesn’t anyone seem to be taking it seriously?
Written by: Jake Hall
Life lessons from skate legend Chad Muska
All or nothing — In a searingly honest interview, artist and skater Chad Muska shares the highs and lows of an extraordinary career.
Written by: Cian Traynor
The alternative death centre helping you go out in style
Knocking them dead — From leopard print coffins to environmentally friendly ceremonies, Arka is the women-led funeral home changing the way we deal with the death process.
Written by: Niloufar Haidari
‘It feels nice to have written something so joyous’
An interview with Shura — After a three-year hiatus during which she was dropped by her label, fell in love and moved to the other side of the world, Shura is back with a second album – a refreshing joyful ode to queer relationships.
Written by: Rosie Hewitson
The joy of protest: how modern activists are beating burnout
Frontline optimism — Sometimes pushing for change can lead to despair. But it’s in the face of anxiety that activists are discovering a tonic for fights that may otherwise feel fruitless: the thrill of a concerted effort.
Written by: Emily Reynolds
Beirut protestors hold concert against LGBTQ censorship
Music is louder — After Mashrou’ Leila had a gig cancelled following pressure from ‘homophobic’ Christian groups, thousands flocked to The Palace Beirut to take action.
Written by: Alexander Durie
The DIY haven that transformed London’s jazz scene
Remembering TRC — Dalston’s Total Refreshment Centre closed as a music venue a year ago – and although it may be gone, its legacy lives on. In her new book, Make Some Space, journalist Emma Warren explores why this pivotal space did so much for the capital’s creative communities.
Written by: Emma Finamore
What Netflix did next: casual racism & horny puppets
Are you still watching? — Writer Megan Nolan bravely ventures into Netflix’s new releases, in an attempt to figure out if anything is even worth our time anymore. This week, she plumbs new depths with puppet comedy Happytime Murders and white saviour drama The Red Sea Diving Resort.
Written by: Megan Nolan
Wrestling's LGBTQ stars are fighting for their future
A Matter of Pride — A Matter of Pride is helping LGBTQ+ wrestlers make their mark in an industry that has for so long treated them as a punchline. Jake Hall meets the queer stars of the squared circle.
Written by: Jake Hall
