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IntersectionsLiterally the Worst: On Talking Less about Hitler
For decades Adolf Hitler and his Nazis have been considered fodder for comedy baddies, lazy political comparison and Oscar-bait tearjerkers. It’s time to introduce nuance and sensitivity into the way we discuss those who committed racial atrocities Read more »| 05 Feb 2018 -
Intersections
The Lucrative Market of Singles Day Celebrations
Anti-Valentine's celebrations in the UK and US are frighteningly bland, but is copying Singles Day culture in China and South Korea the answer? Read more »| 02 Feb 2018 -
Food And DrinkIrn-Bru, New Coke & the wild world of soft drinks
As Irn-Bru changes its recipe and sends the country into a frenzy, we dive into the sugary and complicated world of the fizzy drink Read more »| 02 Feb 2018 -
Food And DrinkNew in Food: Julie's Kopitiam, Bodega and more
After the fun of Christmas and the frenzy of our Food and Drink Survey, we round up some of the best new venues to throw open their doors in recent months Read more »| 31 Jan 2018 -
Food And Drink
Scottish Food & Drink News – February 2018
This month's events guide features gin paired with science and running, a pair of new beer festivals, and a celebration of Chinese New Year Read more »| 29 Jan 2018 -
Food And Drink
Gin It To Win It: A Look at Scottish Craft Gin
We look at the recent explosion of Scottish craft gin with Glasgow's Good Spirits Co Read more »| 18 Jan 2018
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Intersections
Out of The Filing Cabinet: Coming Out at Work
Megan Wallace explains why a New Year's resolution to come out to one's colleagues is often easier said than done... Read more »| 08 Jan 2018 -
Travel
Living in Warsaw: A guide
Known for its cosmopolitan centre and abundant green spaces, the Polish capital of Warsaw really blossoms in the summer. This sprawling city also offers a mind-boggling selection of culinary delights, vibrant nightlife and low living costs Read more »| 08 Jan 2018 -
Food And DrinkIntroducing wagamama's new vegan menu
Fancy giving the vegan diet a try this January? Wagamama are here to help you on your way, with their all-new vegan menu Read more »| 08 Jan 2018 -
Travel
Travelling Without Moving: Exploring the World Through Music
Want to experience other cultures but lacking the means to travel? One writer takes a musical approach to exploring the world Read more »| 05 Jan 2018 -
Intersections
Guilty Pleasures: The Issue with Classic TV
Nostalgic television shows like Friends, The Simpsons and Sex and the City perpetuate stereotypes and contribute to inequality. Why do they get a free pass in modern society? Read more »| 04 Jan 2018 -
Food And Drink
The Skinny Food & Drink Survey 2018: The Winners
The full list of winners in our annual readers' Food and Drink Survey Read more »| 03 Jan 2018 -
Food And Drink
Scotland's Best Food and Drink Shops
We pull together a fantasy shopping basket from your favourite food and drink shops Read more »| 03 Jan 2018 -
Food And Drink
Scotland's Best Bloody Marys
Spice up your life with one or all of the winning Bloody Marys in this year's Food and Drink Survey Read more »| 03 Jan 2018 -
Food And Drink
Scotland's Best Sunday Lunch
It's the King of Lunches; here are your picks for where to get Scotland's best Sunday lunch Read more »| 03 Jan 2018