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Three heart wrenching poems from Gaza

Writings that narrate — With Gaza’s population facing starvation, we are handing over our website to Yahya Alhamarna, a displaced poet and student in Gaza, who shares some of his recent poetry, and explains why writing is so important to him.

  • Culture
  • Yahya Alhamarna
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Brian Eno announces Palestine fundraiser concert at Wembley Arena

Together for Palestine — It will take place on September 17, with “every penny donated” going to humanitarian relief in Gaza via Choose Love.

  • Music
  • Ella Glossop
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As Kneecap and Bob Vylan face outcry, who really deserves to see justice?

Street Justice — Standing in for regular newsletter columnist Emma Garland, Huck’s Hard Feelings host Rob Kazandjian reflects on splatters of strange catharsis in sport and culture, while urging that the bigger picture remains at the forefront of people’s minds.

  • Culture
  • Robert Kazandjian
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Bob Vylan top UK Hip Hop and R&B album chart one week after Glastonbury

The people said ‘Nah’ — Despite heavy criticism from politicians and media for leading chants of “death to the IDF”, as well as being dropped by their agent, the punk duo’s 2024 LP 'Humble As The Sun' has seen its purchases and streams spike.

  • Music
  • Molly Baker
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Kneecap now have 1.5 million monthly Spotify listeners

Not the story — The number has tripled from 500,000 in January, and comes after months of criticism from media and politicians as the Irish rap trio have expressed support for Palestine.

  • Music
  • Molly Baker
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“Moment of escape”: Maen Hammad’s defiant West Bank skate photos

Landing — Choosing to return to Palestine after growing up in the USA, the photographer found himself drawn to Ramallah’s burgeoning skate scene. His debut monograph explores the city’s rebellious youth, who pull tricks in the face of occupation.

  • Sport
  • Miss Rosen
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In photos: Hundreds gather outside court to protest Kneecap terror charge

‘Free Mo Charah’ — With drums, smoke and applause, protesters greeted the rapper outside court as he was released on unconditional bail.

  • Activism
  • Ella Glossop
Crowd of protesters holding Palestinian flags and signs calling for "Free Palestine" outside the UK Houses of Parliament.

A reading of the names of children killed in Gaza lasts over 18 hours

Choose Love — The vigil was held outside of the UK’s Houses of Parliament, with the likes of Steve Coogan, Chris O’Dowd, Nadhia Sawalha and Misan Harriman taking part.

  • Activism
  • Isaac Muk
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Bohemian FC is more than a football club

Carefree, wherever you may be — With rock star friends, a fierce commitment to Palestinian solidarity and their very own climate justice officer, north Dublin’s fan-owned team make their presence felt far beyond the pitch.

  • Sport
  • Tiernan Cannon
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Gazan amputees secure Para-Cycling World Championships qualification

Gaza Sunbirds — Alaa al-Dali and Mohamed Asfour earned Palestine’s first-ever top-20 finish at the Para-Cycling World Cup in Belgium over the weekend.

  • Sport
  • Isaac Muk

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