Month: June 2021

What Does It Really Mean To “Decolonise” Wellness?

What Does It Really Mean To “Decolonise” Wellness?

Turmeric lattes, facial gua sha, yoga, burning sage — the modern wellness industry in western countries borrows heavily from the ancient traditions of cultures from around the globe. And as wellness has continued to become an increasingly profitable industry internationally, a growing number of practitioners and experts are asking those who […]

Apparently, Some Anti-Vaxxers Think The COVID Vaccine Makes You…Magnetic

Apparently, Some Anti-Vaxxers Think The COVID Vaccine Makes You…Magnetic

Anti-vaxxers have found yet another conspiracy theory to cling to in their fight to remain unvaccinated against the deadly coronavirus. Since the vaccines became widely available, anti-vaccine advocates have claimed that it alters your DNA, includes microchips, or that the vaccine can be “shed” from person to person. So we […]

Emily Ratajkowski’s Holiday Wardrobe Is Peak Mermaidcore

Emily Ratajkowski’s Holiday Wardrobe Is Peak Mermaidcore

As you might know from this week’s baby-holding investigation, Emily Ratajkowski is on holiday for her 30th birthday. For the celebration, which appears to have taken place on a tropical island, the model-designer packed a very on-theme wardrobe with several mermaid-inspired looks. On Monday, Ratajkowski uploaded a beachside photo of […]

The best fake tan formulas of 2021 that won’t let you down

The best fake tan formulas of 2021 that won’t let you down

These self-tans recreate sunshine. Lay to rest the fluro orange ghosts of self-tans past. Formulas have dramatically improved since those streaky, biscuit-tinged bronzing mousses. Scratch that. They’re infinitely better, with less DHA and more skin-loving, moisturising ingredients so you look glowy, not half-baked. Proof is our pick of the best […]

I agree with Oliver Dowden on the banning of cricket’s Ollie Robinson – and it’s even for the same reasons

I agree with Oliver Dowden on the banning of cricket’s Ollie Robinson – and it’s even for the same reasons

Glitch founder Seyi Akiwowo on if ‘digging up tweets’ is really public accountability, why this holds back progress on ending online abuse, and the framework we need for actual change Eight years ago, cricket player Ollie Robinson made racist and sexist comments on social media. This week, as he was […]

How Does It Feel To Have A Partner Who Does Sex Work?

How Does It Feel To Have A Partner Who Does Sex Work?

Chris Buck, a photographer and director based in New York and California, has always been drawn to the tension between strength and vulnerability. In his latest series — the book, Gentlemen’s Club — Buck explores that dichotomy within the world of strip clubs. Over six years, he interviewed 40 people […]