Charity and activism
Anything to do with Charity and activism
Pablo
@Pablo -
4 months ago
Enough is enough: five activists fighting back against Britain’s cost of living crisis
As the UK faces the toughest winter in decades, leading campaigners against food and energy poverty, poor housing and other key issues share their anger – and their desire for changeAre we witnessing the beginning of a new era of protest and collective action…
3 minutes read
Erik
@Erik -
5 months ago
Maurice Glasman, architect of Blue Labour: ‘Labour needs to be itself again’
Ten years ago, political theorist Maurice Glasman was one of Labour’s brightest stars – until a fall from grace. Now, back with a new book, he talks about conservative socialism, backing Brexit – and why Keir Starmer must seize this momentWearing a vintage To…
13 minutes read
Rex
@Rex -
4 months ago
Juanes’s career is entwined with the political history of Colombia
The musician’s activism has been both welcomed and rejected
5 minutes read
Rowan
@Rowan -
4 months ago
Trans charity Mermaids faces watchdog probe over children's chest-flattening binders
The Charity Commission has said it is assessing concerns raised about Mermaids' practices after an investigation uncovered that staff were sending 'potentially harmful' binders to children.
9 minutes read
Elliott
@Elliott -
5 months ago
After queen's death, Britons say: We need to talk about the monarchy
Amid an economic crisis and waning support for a monarchical system, when the queen's mourning period ends, some Britons think it's time to talk about the monarchy.
8 minutes read
Jany
@Jany -
5 months ago
A moment that changed me: I thought I’d find paradise in Canada – instead I got a drunk who calle...
After two years as a queer Syrian refugee in Lebanon, I was happy to escape the homophobia of the Middle East. But I hadn’t reckoned on the racism of the westThe guard’s name was Michael, which in Lebanese Arabic is pronounced Michelle. He stopped our car at …
5 minutes read
George
@George -
5 months ago
He wanted his company to be the Etsy of Afghanistan. Now it has a crucial new mission
As international charities pulled out or faced funding issues after the Taliban takeover, Aseel, an online business that sells local crafts, wondered: Could it help ease the rising wave of hunger?
6 minutes read
Felicita
@Felicita -
5 months ago
The World Has Reached Peak Attenborough
The British documentarian is a national treasure. But soaring strings and stunning drone shots feel frozen in an earlier era of climate activism.
7 minutes read
Rowan
@Rowan -
5 months ago
Who is Yvon Chouinard? The Patagonia founder who gave away his company to trust fighting climate ...
The billionaire founder began his career as a blacksmith before he launched the outdoor clothing company
3 minutes read
Izaiah
@Izaiah -
5 months ago
Superstar Angélique Kidjo sings at the 1000th Tiny Desk — and speaks from her heart
in an exclusive interview, the 5-time Grammy award-winning Beninese singer talks about her music, her activism and the honor of performing at the 1,000th Tiny Desk Concert ("I'm speechless!")
7 minutes read
Giovanni
@Giovanni -
5 months ago
Putin unveils enormous Ferris wheel in Moscow as Russian troops retreat in Ukraine
Russian strongman Vladimir Putin spent Saturday opening a new Ferris wheel in Moscow.Putin joined Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, via video conference, for the ceremony, Russian state media reported."It is a unique [construction], 140 meters high. There is noth…
2 minutes read
Joe
@Joe -
5 months ago
Dem governor jeered for discussing civility at Kansas State Fair
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly and her challenger, Attorney General Derek Schmidt, showed up for two different debates Saturday morning at the Kansas State Fair. The 90-minute exchange was an opportunity for Kelly to lean into her four-year record as governor. A …
4 minutes read
Liliane
@Liliane -
5 months ago
Why Is Faith So Important?
God requires faith from us so the labor of salvation might remain squarely on Christ’s back. Faith’s function is humbly to receive what grace offers.
5 minutes read
Leda
@Leda -
5 months ago
An outspoken prince, King Charles may have to bite his tongue - Reuters UK
Throughout his long wait to ascend the throne, King Charles stood out for his outspoken views on everything from climate change to architecture. Now…/cloudfront-us-east-2.images.arcpublishing.com/reuters/MV5XUUI5FBIVPNC4V3ZQI4ZXT4.jpg)
8 minutes read
Elaina
@Elaina -
5 months ago
Climate statements take centre stage at Midwinter Ball in protest over oil and gas sponsorship
Greens leader Adam Bandt’s wife, Claudia Perkins, and Senator Sarah Hanson-Young wear dresses with slogans calling for end of fossil fuelsFollow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our free news app, morning email briefing …
3 minutes read
George
@George -
5 months ago
Billie Jean King Says Serena Has A Special ‘Magic’ That Makes Her The Best Of All Time
Billie Jean King thinks Serena's serve was the 'best ever' but that there is so much more that makes her a legend.
7 minutes read
Rahsaan
@Rahsaan -
5 months ago
Michael Flynn: From government insider to holy warrior
The people under the revival tent hooted as Michael Flynn strode across the stage, bopping and laughing, singing the refrain into his microphone and...
22 minutes read
Juliet
@Juliet -
5 months ago
Goal! Why the world’s biggest footballers are swapping kits for fits
From Son Heung-min scoring at Burberry and Calvin Klein, to Gucci going in on Grealish, soccer stars are are taking over fashion right now
5 minutes read
Elian
@Elian -
5 months ago
The people making a difference: the climate activist fighting fossil fuel giants
Nick Hodgkinson gave up his job when his health worsened, and began campaigning to halt climate change. Now it is his turn to be treatedNick Hodgkinson has a dark sense of humour, which comes in useful during his climate change activism.Take the time the 59-y…
4 minutes read
Liliane
@Liliane -
5 months ago
Dallas Black Chamber amplifies support Black businesses and nonprofits - The Dallas Morning News
Wednesday's leadership summit also included an appearance by Opal Lee, the grandmother of the Juneteenth holiday, and a keynote by Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt.../cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/dmn/27KTNZLNM5HKDDJI6RX7H45YII.jpg)
4 minutes read
Colin
@Colin -
5 months ago
Vogue editor Edward Enninful: ‘Impostor syndrome is what drives me’
Fashion has to be fun, says Edward Enninful, but it can also bring about change. He talks to Eva Wiseman about how being gay, Black and an immigrant guide his visionOne Wednesday morning in 2020 the editor-in-chief of British Vogue was on his way to work. It …
12 minutes read
Devin
@Devin -
5 months ago
Serena Williams is married to Alexis Ohanian — Here is how the sports-tech power couple make and ...
Serena Williams is playing in the US Open on the eve of her expected retirement. We take a look at her fabulous life with husband Alexis Ohanian.
1 minute read
Nestor
@Nestor -
5 months ago
Meet The Company Amplifying The Social Impact Passions Of Lumineers, Dead & Co., Other Clients
Activist, which rigorously supports social impact initiatives of importance to clients including the Lumineers and Dead & Co., is at the pulse of a growing trend in artist management.
4 minutes read
Elliott
@Elliott -
6 months ago
A Rare Peek Inside the Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy
For more than four decades, the Council for National Policy, or CNP, has functioned as the secret hub of the radical right, coordinating the activities of right-wing strategists, donors, media platforms, and activists. Its membership and meetings have long be…
7 minutes read
Marie
@Marie -
6 months ago
Caring about the future doesn’t mean ignoring the present
Yes, you can care about global public health and AI at the same time.
4 minutes read