The ruins of manhood ↗
Front page leadJon Ronson's book, 'The Castle,' explores men who are detached from reality, featuring figures like a delusional Connecticut 'lord' and the gender-critical Graham Linehan.
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The Observer
The Observer's front page features a mix of culture, international news, and domestic UK stories. Top stories include a review of Jon Ronson's book on manhood, a political analysis of Brazil's upcoming election, an interview with Chaka Khan, and a film review. Domestic UK coverage includes finance…
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Bolsonaro Redux: Lula must beat another Bolsonaro to win a fourth term in Brazil ↗
Lula is seeking a fourth term as Brazil's president but faces the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who aims to overturn his father's conviction.
Chaka Khan: Living for real ↗
The 'Queen of Funk,' Chaka Khan, discusses her new album 'Chakzilla,' being 'partnered out,' and how Prince helped her overcome personal struggles.
Film: Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is a Gleeful Slasher Satire ↗
Jane Schoenbrun's queer horror film, 'Camp Miasma,' starring Gillian Anderson and Hannah Einbinder, is a gleeful satire that confronts fandom, identity, and guilty pleasures.
NEDs Needed: FTSE 100's top brass are overstretched and underpaid ↗
The article discusses the challenges faced by Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) in FTSE 100 companies, highlighting that they are overworked and undercompensated.
Tish Murtha: Defiant beauty in 1970s Newcastle ↗
This photography piece showcases Tish Murtha's work, capturing the raw and defiant beauty of 1970s Britain in Newcastle.
Wham! in China: 'It was like a window opening' ↗
This article reflects on Wham!'s groundbreaking tour in China, describing it as a significant cultural moment that opened up new perspectives.
Do Real Gardeners Ever Sit Still? ↗
An exploration into the active nature of gardening and whether true gardeners ever find time for rest.
A Comedian in Exile ↗
Sasha Nezlobin, a Russian comedian who criticized Putin's invasion of Ukraine, was forced to flee his country and is now rebuilding his career in a new language.
The Millionaire Waltz is a glittering tale of 1920s London in the shadow of war ↗
A review of 'The Millionaire Waltz,' a novel set in 1920s London, capturing the era's glamour against the backdrop of impending war.
Ariana Grande has something urgent to say about her own fame ↗
This music piece delves into Ariana Grande's current thoughts and urgent messages regarding her experiences with fame.
Hull Maritime Museum's £20m revamp is a voyage of rediscovery ↗
The article details the £20 million renovation of the Hull Maritime Museum, describing it as a journey of rediscovery for the institution.
How the Linotype Machine Created a Media Revolution ↗
This article explores the historical impact of the linotype machine and its role in revolutionizing the media industry.
Bobbi Brown: 'I would love to have met the Queen' ↗
In an interview, makeup artist Bobbi Brown expresses a wish that she could have met Queen Elizabeth II.
On Elba, a shepherd’s hut becomes an artistic retreat ↗
This travel piece describes an artistic retreat located in a transformed shepherd's hut on the island of Elba.
Glamping is a weird compromise between nature and staying sane ↗
This opinion piece humorously examines glamping as a peculiar balance between experiencing nature and maintaining sanity.
André Aciman: 'I should join a gym, but I am catastrophically lazy' ↗
Author André Aciman reflects on his desire to exercise but admits to being 'catastrophically lazy'.
Ctrl Alt Restore ↗
An investigation into Rupert Lowe's rising popularity within the far-right ecosystem, as highlighted by his appearance on a major podcast.
The politics of white grievance will always be suspicious of Black achievement ↗
This opinion piece argues that 'white grievance' politics inherently distrusts and is suspicious of achievements by Black individuals.
Justice must be objective, even for PC Harper’s killers ↗
This piece discusses the importance of objective justice, using the case of PC Harper's killers as an example.
The absurd, pointless Clacton byelection has consigned to the bin what little… ↗
Philip Collins comments on the Clacton byelection, criticizing it as an absurd and pointless event that has damaged Nigel Farage's remaining dignity.
Journeys through space and time, care of a cardboard box and a colander ↗
Erica Wagner's 'Notebook' offers reflections on journeys through space and time, metaphorically linked to everyday objects.
Gambling ban leaves Premier League clubs scrambling ↗
A ban on gambling sponsorships is reportedly causing difficulties and scrambling among Premier League football clubs.
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