Inside The Face at the National Portrait Gallery
While everyone’s busy chasing nostalgia, The Face exhibition reminds us that the real magic was in its chaotic, collaborative spirit — part fashion shoot, part cultural time bomb.
Why Are We So Obsessed With Digital Cameras?
As smartphones became our go-to for everything, digital cameras seemed to fade into obscurity. But Gen Z’s shift back to 2000s digicams reveals more than a desire for nostalgia—it’s a response to the pressure of perfection in a hyper-curated social media world. With their grainy, overexposed photos and spontaneous moments, these cameras allow us to break free from polished, posed images and embrace a more authentic way of capturing life.
Bhad Bhabie vs Alabama: Internet Beef and Viral Clout
The feud between Bhad Bhabie and Alabama Barker is just another example of how the internet turns personal drama into public theatre. But beneath the diss tracks and Instagram rants lies a bigger truth: online culture thrives on conflict, and as long as there’s attention to be gained, the show must go on.
The Minecraft Library Preserving Press Freedom in a World of Censorship
If you thought Minecraft was just about building cottages and surviving the night, think again. The Uncensored Library is transforming the game into a refuge for press freedom, housing articles banned in oppressive regimes. This digital monument to journalism is a powerful reminder that information, once shared, is difficult to silence.
How Arcane Subverts Stereotypes Around Black Women
After three long years, Arcane has come to an emotional and dramatic conclusion. The animated series has not only been celebrated as a masterclass in storytelling and artistry but has also made history as a cultural phenomenon. Garnering four Primetime Emmy Awards and earning universal acclaim, Arcane stands as the most successful silver screen adaptation of a video game to date. Its richly layered characters, subversion of tired tropes, and dedication to nuanced representation have solidified its place as a groundbreaking achievement in modern animation.
Our Forgotten Digital Dolls: A Note on Personalisation and Feminine Identity Crises
Once upon a time, the Internet was a playground for little girls. On BarbieGirls.com and Be-Bratz.com, we weren’t just dressing up avatars—we were learning how to present ourselves to the world. These virtual spaces taught us that to be seen was to be valued, planting seeds of self-scrutiny that bloomed into a full-blown obsession with image. Years later, the MP3 players and pink VIP badges are gone, but the mirror they handed us hasn’t cracked. We scroll, we compare, and we perform, still chasing that fleeting feeling of being enough in a world built to tell us otherwise.
We Got Feminism Before GTA VI
From its beginnings, Grand Theft Auto captivated players with the freedom to explore Rockstar’s gritty, satirical universe. The thrill of wreaking havoc in Vice City or untangling crime in San Andreas, paired with a mix of dark humour and pointed social commentary, has made GTA iconic. Yet, the series has often fallen short when it comes to representing women.
How Gaming is Reviving Classical Music
When you think of gaming soundtracks, you might recall nostalgic 8-bit melodies, thumping EDM, or symphonic scores backing epic fantasy scenes. But today, there’s a quieter, unexpected phenomenon happening in the gaming world—players are rediscovering classical music, and it's not just in the background anymore. From rhythm games to grand story arcs, the symphonies of Beethoven, Mozart, and even Wagner are gaining new audiences, turning gaming into an unlikely conduit for introducing players to the world of classical music.
“And the Universe Said I Love You”: The Unexpected Philosophy of Minecraft
Written by Elise Georgeson You might have skipped past it, read it and misunderstood or thought a little deeper, but here’s our take on the iconic End Poem. Released in 2009, Minecraft is a staple of childhood, whose popularity has ebbed and flowed since its release 15 years ago. With its most recent resurgence happening…
Spiritfarer: A Game About Life, Death, and Human Connection
How Spiritfarer Embraces the Complexities of Life and Death Written by Calypso Morgan 2020 is a year many of us would rather forget, but if it is to be remembered for one thing, it should be the release of a game that turned the world upside down. This isn’t a reference to Animal Crossing: New…