Activism
London’s historic Free Palestine protest, in photos
End the occupation — As Israel escalates its violent attacks on the Palestinian people, thousands of protesters took to the streets over the weekend to demand freedom for Palestine. Our photographer, Theo McInnes, attended the march to capture this moving display of solidarity.
Written by: Huck
Why more young people are ditching their smartphones
Return of the brick — As Covid-19 causes people to become increasingly glued to their devices, growing numbers of Gen Zers are shunning their phones and embracing a way of life that they say is improving their mental health. But how easy is it really to kick the habit?
Written by: Serena Smith
The hospitality workers losing out on tips amid Covid
Short changed — With venues becoming increasingly cashless and Covid rules making it difficult to build rapport with customers, restaurant and bar staff have had their tips slashed during the pandemic, reports Polly Smythe.
Written by: Polly Smythe
London’s Palestine protests are a beacon of hope
#SaveSheikhJarrah — After witnessing horrifying Israeli attacks on Palestinians, thousands of protesters took to the streets in London yesterday (May 11) in solidarity with Palestine, demanding that governments take action on Israel’s blatant human rights abuses.
Written by: Huck
Why voter ID rules are an attack on our democracy
Fight for our rights — The Government’s plan to have voters provide photo identification for future general elections is a blatant attempt to shut out the voices of the country’s most marginalised – we must act now to prevent what will only deepen inequality, argues Rhammel Afflick.
Written by: Rhammel Afflick
Social care: we need radical action, not broken promises
System in crisis — In this morning’s Queen’s Speech, the mention of social care amounted to a single line. It failed to ensure the investment and long-term action that is needed to support people throughout their lives, writes Anna Dixon, CEO of Centre for Ageing Better.
Written by: Anna Dixon
Inside Labour’s election meltdown & the man to blame
Time for change — After a weekend of devastating losses for his party, Leader of the Opposition Keir Starmer attempted to place the blame on others in his party. He has once again proven himself to be unfit for his position, writes Politics Editor, Ben Smoke.
Written by: Ben Smoke
Why precarious workers are facing rife sexual harassment
Calling for change — With Covid-19 pushing more people into insecure work, many women are finding themselves in uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous situations without vitally important workplace protections.
Written by: Ella Glover
‘It‘s not for the police to decide who has a legitimate voice’
Jeremy Corbyn on #KillTheBill — Ahead of more protests across the country this weekend opposing the Government’s draconian policing bill, Jeremy Corbyn outlines why we must keep the pressure on and protect our right to speak out.
Written by: Ben Smoke
The TikTokers calling out spiritual appropriation
Dark magic — On #SpiritualTok, witches and guides are gaining exposure for stealing practices belonging to other cultures – but a group of outspoken TikTok users are confronting the whitewashing of their ancestors’ rituals.
Written by: Chloé Meley
