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How hip-hop came out Hip-hop’s homophobic reputation is being challenged by a new new generation of openly queer and proud rappers Arts Culture Society
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The unlikely story of England’s all-female, middle-aged punk scene An improbable music scene has taken root in the Midlands, where the restless punk spirit lives on well into middle age Arts Culture Society
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The guerrilla artist filling Europe’s potholes with colourful mosaics A Banksy-style street artist is turning urban decay into something beautiful, while making the streets safer for pedestrians Arts Society
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Life lessons: Lily Cole on what life has taught her The supermodel turned author shares her theories about red heads, notions of right and wrong, and what brings her joy Arts Culture Lifestyle Society
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Mark Rylance on cancel culture, surviving abuse and taking positive steps The actor opens up about trauma, addiction and grief, and shares his idea for a more compassionate alternative to cancel culture Arts Culture Lifestyle Society
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My tour of Afghanistan with its only female guide  A new virtual tour of Afghanistan gives ‘visitors’ the chance to see the sights – and support a secret girls school. Positive News signed up Arts Culture Society Travel
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