Marcelina Palamar re-evaulates the work of Zdislaw Beksinksi, taking a fresh look at the themes and wealth of symbolism that characterise his work.

Camille McCarthy takes us on a tour of Russian cultural attractions in Paris, exploring the long-standing relationship between the two countries, and the position of Russian culture today.

Staff writer Alexandra Macpherson explores how the legacies of some controversial artists and authors can affect the way their work is viewed today, asking whether we can- or should- separate the artist from their art.

Reflecting on Ferlito’s leave from gymnastics, Anja Gogo explores the two-faced nature of the sport, in line with the recent scandal reported by the Olympian athlete

In a beautifully-written and moving piece, staff writer Jude Jones explores the legacy of Parisian author Guillaume Dustan, famous for his open rejection of contemporary taboos surrounding seropositivity and the queer community in the 1990s.

Staff Writer Jude Jones eloquently imagines an exchange between filmmaker Derek Jarman and artist Yves Klein, through the latter's 'International Klein Blue'.

An introduction to the winners of the Nobel Peace Prize 2022 and an exploration of what it means that the recipients come from adversary nations.

Following a personal visit to a Kokoschka exhibition, Einav Grushka examines the context behind ‘degenerate art’ and how Viennese artist, Oskar Kokoschka, came to be associated with the term.

In this festive piece, Marcelina Palamar tells us all about Polish Christmas traditions and reflects on celebrating in two new homes.

In this fascinating article, Jack Seery investigates President Putin’s relationship with history, and the influence it has on the present.

Kasia Pendlebury tells you why you should be listening to Rosalía’s latest album, Motomami - and not just because of its TikTok fame.

Cameron White explores the ways in which Spain’s New Democratic Memory Law has revealed the tensions underlying the pursuit of justice for Francoism’s victims, which are tied up with questions of narrative and memory.

Reflecting post-election, Olivia Solomons provides the contextual grounds that led to a far-right outcome, exploring the unique position of Italy’s young voters, contrasting other European countries.

In her article Imogen Barnes unearths the sinister side of the original versions of classic German fairytales written by the Grimm brothers, but also the dark side still lurking in their modified current forms.

In the second instalment of his column, Sam Russell Lewis investigates whether a scandalous history will dampen the impressive financial performance of Germany’s most prominent lender, Deutsche Bank.

In her article, Sofia Johanson takes us on a whistle-stop tour of ‘Ria Novosti’, a Russian state news website. In analysing the Kremlin’s artistic interpretations of the truth, parallels with the Second World War are drawn and we are reminded of the privilege we have in being able to access a range of unbiased news sources.