Staff Writer Frey Delap explores the strained relationship between France and its former colonies in North Africa, questioning whether political actions can ever truly influence cultural attitudes.

Marcelina Palamar tells us about the wonderful dough creations that are pierogi, as well as giving us an idea of their cultural (and personal) significance.

Sofia Johanson, editor of the Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia section, comments on the ascendance of the far-right in Germany with the help of a novel published in 1947.

In another insightful re-assessment of Polish art, Marcelina Palamar introduces us to the eccentric genius, Stanisław Szukalski.

Rosa Hollier Phelps takes us around the Museum of Soviet Occupation in Tbilisi, Georgia, exploring the legacy of Communism in her new home.

An exploration of the image of ‘the mother’ in conflict, how her ordinariness has had an impact on public affairs, and whether she will re-appear in the current discourse battle over Ukraine.

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.