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The Edit
Pop quiz then folks: what was the first comic book? Don't all shout at the screen at once, because I can't hear you, and I don't know the answer anyway. The British Library is more qualified than most to have a stab at that conundrum, and...
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Nothing says “party” like covering yourself head to toe in white paint, sticking on some terrifying Freddie Krueger finger knives and a giant skull helmet and dancing about in a leaf-stuffed posing pouch. Does it? Well, one man's...
Journal
An art project highlighting the struggles of underprivileged children through mural depictions of their stories has unfolded on the streets of Melbourne. Known as HEARTCORE, the undertaking features a collaboration between children from the Berry...
Journal
Being the kind of undistinguished typist that pauses noticeably every time 3D needs writing in the line of duty, imagine my joy at this little beauty: _MON3Y AS AN 3RRROR | MON3Y.US by M0us310n.net. Subversive counterculture through keystroke...
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No one knows Afghanistan quite like photojournalist Steve McCurry. The American's association with the country dates back to the late 1970s, when in Pakistan he met a group of Afghan refugees fleeing the Russian invasion and decided to take a...
Journal
I maintain an elaborate pretence with my parents about what I do for a living; I tell them I work in local government, they think I'm really a spy, and we're both happy with that. The reason for the deceit is that what I really do involves writing...
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As Russia starts the stealthy process of nicking back its former Soviet territories, let's have a look back at the good old days, in the final decade of the USSR before Gorbachev gave away the Empire in a fit of reform. Long viewed as a period of...
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The American West is among the most beautiful regions on the continent, but it's also among the least populated, and life here comes with its challenges - not least of which is how to earn a living. A mining boom is threatening to transform the...
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Barbara Nitke showed some admirable staying power in compiling American Ecstasy, which saw the American photographer spend 12 years on porn sets between 1982 and 1991 – a period considered the adult film industry's Golden Age. In the pre-internet...
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Artist Laurie Simmons has spent the last few years working with lifelike latex dolls, so it was perhaps a natural progression for her to graduate to the next – human – level, which was to be found in the spiritual home of extreme hobbyists,...
Art & Culture
What looks more painful: covering your entire back with a colourful Japanese folk art tattoo, or wearing nothing but a twisted towel up your bum crack in order to show it off? You can mull over that conundrum to your heart's content with a copy of...
The Edit
How many different shades of red can you name? Not as many as Riiko Sakkinen, I'll wager, although a lot of his 57 varieties might be entirely new creations of the artist's imagination; Ferrari Red is a classic, but you'll get funny looks at...
City Notes
“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
City Notes
Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
City Notes
The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
Stuff Crush
See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
Wellness Trends for 2025: A series of posts designed to uncover the most progressive concepts in wellness for the year ahead. Number Fourteen: Ancestral Wellness. In recent years, the wellness world has seen a resurgence of ancient practices...
Dispatches
Selecting the appropriate furniture is crucial while redesigning your living space. Modular sofas are a standout alternative due to their sophistication and adaptability among the numerous choices offered. These valuable pieces provide style and...
Dispatches
Roll up, roll up, we're doing a 'Call for Entries', for the A' Design Award. What is the A' Design Award you may wonder? The A' Design Award is a competition for designers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and companies looking to garner the attention of...
Dispatches
Pet owners strive to ensure the health and well-being of their furry companions. When pets fall ill, the choice of treatment becomes crucial. Traditionally, chemical medicines have been the go-to solution for various pet ailments. However,...