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How the Moomins became an anti-fascist symbol

Unlikely comrades — More than just a cult cartoon series for children, the Moomins have long stood for social justice thanks to the progressive ideals of its queer creator.

  • Activism
  • Anna Samson

BBLs and penis enlargements: the rise of men’s surgery

Under the knife — Plastic surgery providers are targeting some of men’s biggest insecurities with hazardous procedures, often deploying social media advertising that lacks any meaningful oversight or regulation.

  • Activism
  • Chloé Meley

Inside the UK’s very own Little Korea

Home Away From Home — In a quiet suburb outside of London resides Europe’s largest Korean expatriate population. Among this tight-knit community are a significant number of DPRK defectors, who are forging a new life for themselves in a place they now call home.

  • Culture
  • Je Seung Lee

The radical history of Paris b-boy culture is under threat

Break away — Born in the Bronx back in the ’70s, breakdancing later found a similar home in the banlieues of Paris, where marginalised communities adopted the style as a vessel for protest. In 2024, it will feature as an Olympic sport for the first time – but what does this mean for its radical roots?

  • Magazine
  • Peter Yeung

The radical student activist group taking on big tech

No Tech for Tyrants — Through a mix of protests, teach-ins and online campaigns, a group of activists are hoping to expose and undermine the links between education and technology companies.

  • Reportage
  • Richard Gall

Why young people are refusing to have children

‘It’s unnecessary stress’ — Growing numbers of Gen Zers are embracing the prospect of a childless future. Writer Andrew Kersley investigates the myriad reasons why.

  • Activism
  • Andrew Kersley

How the British LGBT Awards became guilty of pinkwashing

Forgotten struggle — Activists are calling out the MI6's sponsorship of the awards ceremony by pointing out just how antithetical it is to the roots of queer resistance.

  • Activism
  • Mishti Ali

An Afghan student on the horror of the Taliban takeover

‘The world is abandoning us’ — A university student awaiting an evacuation flight from outside Kabul airport describes his experience of the crisis in Afghanistan and his fears for the future of his country.

  • Activism
  • Jessie Williams

The Brooklyn culinary centre changing futures through food

Inside BCCC — Based out of Brownsville, BCCC provides free, world-class training to local residents, all while offering a space where the community can access fresh, affordable, culturally relevant foods.

  • Activism
  • Kizzy Cox

The coastal communities fighting to protect refugees

No one is illegal — Despite politicians whipping up resentment and fear, locals in coastal towns are resisting the narrative of hostility by showing solidarity and support towards refugees appearing on UK shores.

  • Activism
  • Sabrina Huck

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