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One of the first creatives we ever interviewed has gone on to become one of the U.K.’s most sought after photographers and now were thrilled to share that the Birmingham natives debut exhibition is now open to the public at
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Our latest think piece is a from our founder and editor and chief for the specific consideration of fellow members of the African diaspora in Britain. 🇨🇩🇳🇬🇬🇭
(Sources: openDemocracy, Al Jazeera, Declassified U.K., abc, Guardian, Middle East Eye)
have dropped a collab UNEEK sandal with and the minimal scandi style model is also their most sustainable offering yet. Made using un-dyed linen, a cork footbed and deforestation-free rubber, this is the footwear brand’s first sandal made from predominantly natural materials.
Available on ukskallstudio.com now
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In July 4th the two main candidates to run the nation will be men who’ve cheerled a campaign resulting in thousands of innocent civilians being murdered and most recently, burned alive in tents after being rounded up to a place they were told they’d be safe. Both of them should be under investigation for their role in what we’ve seen across Palestine, not campaigning to enter number 10.
It’s good to see acts of Palestinian solidarity from western sporting bodies like this banner at yesterdays . We also need to acknowledge how slow and reluctant it has been compared to the condemnation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. are still yet to ban Israel from international competition.
It should not take an estimated near 40’000 deaths for anyone to speak out and only doing so now does nothing for those already deceased and displaced.
After designing a award and teasing a Rolex collab Nigerian born artist has taken another huge step in making his mark on British culture. Todays was designed by him and is another example of Nigeria’s cultural impact.
With the election campaign recently (yet somehow already tiringly) underway parties have already made scapegoating and fear mongering around immigration a key battle ground. To anyone who still has an agenda against immigration and thinks it’s to blame for our structural problems, it’s over, you’ve lost.
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responds to a fan expressing discontent at his recent release cut
This doesn’t have to be a choice of what packaging you want around your austerity and genocide complicity, always remember there are other parties.
(Source: independent)
If you’re looking to kit out your living space with some 1 of 1 gems then look no further than now open in Brixton. The name Hosef is taken from owner and curator Corvina’s late grandfather George. His creativity and love of music has been passed down generations, whilst his surname has been cleverly reappropriated to mean Handpicked Old Stuff & Eclectic Finds. The offering certainly doesn’t disappoint.
Plan your visit with the details below:
32a Market Row
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Wednesday to Saturday 10am – 6pm
Sunday 12pm – 5pm
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No one is going to forget all the politicians, media figures and celebrities who supported this man as this all unfolds.
(Source:BBC)
(🚨Trigger warning: violence, death, racism, SA🚨)
There’s a lot of entertainment to be had in rap beef. But when you consider what the genre is about and what’s going on globally (largely due to the USA) it’s telling that the two biggest rappers of our generation felt a dick swinging content was what the world needed from them.
(Source: Grammys/guardian)
Never go full Vecna.
are amongst over 100 acts (around 25%) to have pulled out of citing the festivals links with who are reportedly directly investing in weapons companies facilitating Israel’s siege on Palestine.
If you personally bank with Barclays but don’t like genocide, you can actually get cash incentives for switching your current account. Have a look on for info.
Click the 🔗 in our bio to see the full open letter and signatories.
(Sources: /guardian)
Decades of diplomacy, global protest and direct action have not ended Israeli colonisation and apartheid. think shot pop music might do it.
There’ll have to be some pretty good songs…
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Any U.K. student based solidarity movements follow us, feel free to drop your handles in the comments so you can buddy up. There’s more safety in numbers ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Our roundup of the 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣4️⃣ met gala.
📸: John Shearer, Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images, Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
(Sources: AP News, Sky News, UNICEF, Oxfam, Save the Children)
Considering what Israel has done in the plain sight of the world, we shudder at the thought of what they don’t want to be covered. Solidarity with our colleagues at
Pictured above: Marcus Monzo, charged with the murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin.
Pictured below: the court sketch of Marcus Monzo.
There is nothing new to say about the British state’s insistence on racialising perceived acts of terror, but given the circumstances this feels particularly egregious.
R.I.P. Daniel 🕊️
we owe you an apology, we weren’t familiar with your game (apologising)
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Caption contest, let’s go 🏃🏃🏃
Check out our latest fashion editorial DeReal which explores derealisation or “disassociative disorder” through the lens of assimilation. Hit the 🔗 in our bio to read more
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DVRRYL - The Meteor ☄️ is available to listen to on streaming platforms now.
The Telegraph might be the most unserious newspaper in this country.
True or false? 🤔
(Source: X)
Jokers, every corner you turn, jokers.
(Sources: The Guardian/Financial Times)
Further controversy has surfaced amidst the news that the Tories have no intention of returning or reallocating the £10m donated by racist businessman Frank Hester OBE. Anyone who is surprised by this needs to seriously ask themselves if they think the Tory party could survive without the electoral and financial support of bigots.
Without whipping up hatred all they have to fall back on is a record of decimating public services and economic stagnation. Blaming marginalised people is the fool proof “get out of jail card” in our politics because people are naive enough to fall for it time and time again. We cannot seriously expect parties with nothing else to offer to rise above that.
See also: Keir Starmer’s leadership campaign being funded by Israeli lobbyist Sir Trevor Chinn
(Sources: Guardian/The Independent)
⚽️Happy International Women’s Day⚽️
This International Women’s Day we’re celebrating the wonder , founder of Women’s Football Fandom platform and gaffer of . Frustrated with the lack of authentic representation of female and non-binary football fans Amy decided to take matters into her own hands photographing fans in her hometown of Leicester. Years later the platform has grown and seen her conduct a tournament with over 300 attendees, produce a campaign for Arsenal x Stella McCartney and host a panel discussion at Old Trafford. Loyal to the midlands she has big plans for the region and we can’t wait to see what the next chapter holds 🦊🦊🦊
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@bbcnews fixed it for you 🥴. - Watch this video and come to your own conclusions, then compare and contrast with MSM reporting. This is why we need independent media. Click the 🔗 in our bio to support @sludgemag - Even in death Palestinians are not granted dignity, whilst the majority of our politicians and media cower away from condemning the brutality against them. @uklabour’s @wesstreeting is on a PR trip in Israel as we speak. He has said nothing. - Our posts advocating for Palestinian liberation get far less traction than anything else we post (make of that what you will) but if you think that stories like this should be seen then make sure to bring them up in your social circles!
@bbcnews fixed it for you 🥴. - Look at what is happening in this video vs. how it’s reported. Imagine if this headline was taken at face value. This is why we need independent media. Click the 🔗 in our bio to support @sludgemag - If you’d like more people to see this then be deliberate about sharing. Most of our posts surround Palestinians get shadow-banned 🧐
Credit to @fly._.nn for this stellar joke.
As tensions ramp up with 🇷🇺, @joebiden the leader of the only nation to ever drop atomic weapons 🇺🇸, is openly condemning the invasion of foreign land. After decades of vocal support for 🇮🇱’s encroachment onto 🇵🇸’s land and months after a disastrous exit from 🇦🇫. By no means are we siding with Vladimir Putin, but the west’ sudden aversion to imperiasm is completely disingenuous and based on self interest. TikTok: sludgemag
Follow us on TikTok at ‘sludgemag’ and check out this BTS from our recent interview and shoot with champion breakdancer @kidkaram123! - The first U.K. b-boy to become a @nike athlete talks Olympic hopes and inspiration. Now live on our site via the homepage and Arts & Culture section!
Good news, we’re now on TikTok! Follow us there: sludgemag for BTS of exciting shoots and bite sized news segments. - There’s been a lot made of the freeze to the @bbc’s funding and we have no doubt it’s a cynical ploy on the government’s part who bizarrely believe the institution has a left-wing bias. From our side there are clear examples of support for right-wing ideology as well as foreign affairs coverage akin to state sanctioned propaganda. Far beyond the scope of a TikTok. - In any case, the future of media has the capacity for more radical coverage if we support independent media. If you want to support @sludgemag with a one-off donation please click the link in our bio!
Maybe it’s time we stop looking to the bottomless brunch bourgeoisie for socioeconomic commentary, what do we think?
Merry Christmas and happy retirement to Jon Snow 🎄
Two years (and countless scandals) into the premiership of @borisjohnsonuk, our latest film feature by @_martynewoma reflects on his reign so far.
*Sigh*🌲🦠
@borisjohnsonuk discussing climate change at the @unitednations. A friendly reminder that this is who most of the electorate decided was best placed to lead and represent us.
We would love to know what’s funny about the events that unfolded this week…
Everyone at Sludge Mag is saddened to hear of the tragic passing of comedian Sean Lock after a battle with cancer. Sean’s comedy struck the magical balance of apt social commentary with playful hilarity and will be greatly missed. ❤️
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