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SexualityHow the internet revolutionised communication for autistic people
The internet has been radical for creating safe online spaces for autistic people. As we increasingly rely on the internet during COVID-19, one writer explores what we can learn from online, neurodiverse communities Read more »| 13 Oct 2020 -
Food And DrinkPink Peacock: Glasgow's queer, Yiddish anarchist cafe
The duo behind Glasgow's queer, Yiddish pay-what-you-can cafe Pink Peacock on community power, mutual aid, and bringing delicious Jewish food to the people of the Southside Read more »| 13 Oct 2020 -
Food And DrinkGreenwood: Edinburgh's new queer sober cafe
We talk to the people behind Greenwood to discuss setting up a new venture in the pandemic, crowdfunding, and the need for sober queer spaces Read more »| 08 Oct 2020 -
SexualityLove Bites: On TikTok Dance Duets
This month's columnist reflects on how TikTok dances became a language between her and her sister during lockdown Read more »| 08 Oct 2020 -
Food And DrinkNewbarns Brewery: Introducing Edinburgh's newest brewery
Newbarns is Edinburgh's newest brewery – we pop in for a chat with brewer Gordon McKenzie to talk interior design, concrete, and keeping beer accessible Read more »| 06 Oct 2020 -
SexualityHow lockdown created a new generation of gardeners
A new generation of gardeners has emerged from lockdown. We speak to some of them about how the hobby has become a coping mechanism for job loss, mental health and economic uncertainty Read more »| 30 Sep 2020
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SexualityLove Bites: Goodbye to the city that made me
In this month's column, an Edinburgh gal writes a farewell love letter to the city Read more »| 16 Sep 2020 -
Food And DrinkTaking Stock: COVID, Community and Food & Drink
From the ubiquity of delivery apps to the adaptability of food and drink producers, the pandemic has been a whirlwind – here's how we can reap it, and come out the other side stronger than before Read more »| 09 Sep 2020 -
SexualityCursed Times: Thinking about the future in 2020
It was the worst of times, it was the most cursed of times. Our Intersections Editor takes stock of the last few months and wrestles with how to move on Read more »| 08 Sep 2020 -
SexualityReclaiming Our Histories: Growing up LGBTQIA+ and religious
Religion and LGBTQIA+ inclusivity tend to go together like oil and water. One writer reflects on her own Catholic school upbringing and how it shaped her sexual identity Read more »| 03 Apr 2020 -
SexualityLove Bites: Lost Love, Heartbreak and Music
This month's columnist reflects on the emotional staying power of music Read more »| 03 Apr 2020 -
SexualityHold, Speak, Release: Voice notes in the time of Coronavirus
While self-isolating, voice notes became a social lifeline for this writer. Here’s why they could well be the perfect form of lockdown communication Read more »| 30 Mar 2020 -
Food And DrinkRomaine Calm's coronavirus food delivery scheme
The Scottish food and drink scene has been battered by the coronavirus, but two of its stalwarts are aiming to get the best of Scottish produce direct to your door Read more »| 24 Mar 2020 -
TravelLife in Lockdown: A report from Milan
One Scottish citizen currently living in Milan tells us what life is like living in lockdown and urges you to do your bit and stay at home Read more »| 23 Mar 2020 -
TravelCoronavirus: Coming (Back) to America
Caroline was interning with The Skinny until her time in Scotland was cut short by COVID-19; here's her account of how it all unfolded as she joined the dash back to the USA Read more »| 23 Mar 2020