Activism
Protestors call for immediate action on climate change
‘The time to rebel is now’ — This weekend, thousands of demonstrators from environmental activist group Extinction Rebellion blockaded the bridges of London.
Written by: Eva Clifford
A definitive guide to the history of medical cannabis
Join us on this journey — From aiding constipation in ancient China, to relieving Queen Victoria’s period pains, writer and pharmacist Jonny Winship uncovers the surprising legacy of the controversial drug.
Written by: Jonny Winship
Hope and heartbreak: how Texas almost made history
America goes to the polls — The Democrats were betting on Beto O’Rourke to bring liberal values and progressivism to one of the reddest states in America. But are residents really ready for such a ‘Bold Vision’ of Texas?
Written by: Cameron Maynard
Young Brazilians take to the streets over hate attacks
And so it begins... — Earlier this week, Brazil elected the racist, sexist, climate change-denying neofascist Jair Bolsonaro to be president. Now, it’s time for resistance.
Written by: Lucca Messer
This is what a far-right rally looks like
Bolsonaro’s Brazil — Jair Bolsonaro – Brazil’s sexist, racist, pro-torture presidential candidate – currently has the support of most of the country. But why? Filmmaker Lucca Messer joins the crowds to investigate.
Written by: Vince Medeiros
What is sustainable tourism, and why does it matter?
The Future Of Travel — The Azores – nine lush, untouched islands located off the coast of Portugal – are seen as some of the world’s most ‘sustainable destinations.’ Writer April Clare Welsh heads there to find out why.
Written by: April Clare Welsh
700,000 take to the streets to call for people’s vote on Brexit
How did we get here? — Photographer Theo McInnes joins the crowds in London as they call for another referendum on the final Brexit vote.
Written by: Huck
Shooting the frontline when you're not a middle class man
Women in war zones — We speak to four female photojournalists working in hostile environments about the challenges they face and what drives them, despite the inherent risk in their work.
Written by: Eva Clifford
Why we need to reform the UK’s Gender Recognition Act
Stand with us — This week, the government is asking the public to share their thoughts on vital new rights for trans, non-binary and intersex people. This could be a huge step forward – but only if our allies speak out.
Written by: Lee Hurley
We all love drag queens – but what about drag kings?
Brothers & sisters — We head to the fifth anniversary of cult drag night Boi Box to hear more about the forgotten world of drag kings, and why they deserve the same acclaim as their onstage sisters.
Written by: Megan Wallace
