Culture

  • Why are more Gen Z identifying as LGBTQ+?

    Why are more Gen Z identifying as LGBTQ+?

    “When I was in high school, people used ‘gay’ as an insult, which made it terrifying even to consider coming out. But when I talk to young people now, they seem much more open-minded. It’s clear that attitudes have changed significantly.” Min-ho Lee (pseudonym), a 28-year-old millennial from South Korea, reflected on his experience. The… Read More…

  • Nowhere to go: the growing disappearance of third places

    Nowhere to go: the growing disappearance of third places

    “What suburbia cries for are the means for people to gather easily, inexpensively, regularly, and pleasurably—a ‘place on the corner,’ real life alternatives to television, easy escapes from the cabin fever of marriage and family life that do not necessitate getting into an automobile.” With these words, American urban sociologist Ray Oldenburg captured the need… Read More…

  • Q&A: what is it like to run a student newspaper?

    Q&A: what is it like to run a student newspaper?

    In this insightful conversation, we sit down with Rithuparna, the Editor-in-Chief of The Leopard, the student-run newspaper at Goldsmiths, University of London. Rithuparna shares her journey into journalism, the challenges she faces, and her insights on student journalism. What drew you to journalism and eventually led you to become Editor-in-Chief? “I’ve always been interested in… Read More…

  • Alvin Ho: the relentless pursuit of speed

    Alvin Ho: the relentless pursuit of speed

    On the track, every second counts. For Alvin Ho, sprinting isn’t just about speed — it’s about proving himself. At 22, he dreams of making the national team, but like many student athletes in Taiwan, he faces the challenge of balancing academics with elite training. As a student of physical education and sport sciences at… Read More…

  • The coming future: a graphic designer’s perspective on evolving trends

    The coming future: a graphic designer’s perspective on evolving trends

    In this Q&A, we learn about Tiamael Golding and his role as a London-based graphic designer who is redefining what’s to come in the future of his field Human creativity, alongside technical expertise, keeps graphic designers like Tiamael Golding at the forefront of an industry — no matter what situation AI-art earns praise for. Tiamael… Read More…

  • Dancing with tradition: a student’s life in the lion dance industry

    Dancing with tradition: a student’s life in the lion dance industry

    Yester Yeun is an 18 year old student from Macau who is professionally trained as a lion dancer. As a full time sixth form student, he has to balance both his studies and his training. Currently, Yester is not only preparing for his A-Levels and local Macau sixth form exams, he has a few scheduled… Read More…

  • How are Gen Zs redefining the art world?

    How are Gen Zs redefining the art world?

    As digital platforms continuously spread content and ideas, art has also evolved alongside the growth of technology. Artists have experimented with numerous ways to showcase and monetise their creative abilities, all whilst promoting it through social media platforms. All of this marks a significant shift from traditional forms of art and how creative individuals once… Read More…

  • ‘Does art only matter if it is seen?’: the quiet legacy of Conchi Pérez García 

    ‘Does art only matter if it is seen?’: the quiet legacy of Conchi Pérez García 

    Image: The Seville Afternoon   For decades, Conchi Pérez García has painted, performed, and created—not for fame or commercial success, but out of an innate need to express herself. Now 78, she belongs to a generation of artists who never had the institutional support to elevate their work beyond personal or community settings. Yet, as… Read More…

  • Hustle culture vs soft living: how Gen Z is re-imagining 21st century word  

    Hustle culture vs soft living: how Gen Z is re-imagining 21st century word  

    Image/ Unspash Credit  For years, hustle culture has dominated digital spaces, promoting the idea that success is achieved through relentless hard work, multiple income streams, and an unwavering commitment to productivity. This mindset glorifies long hours, side businesses, and constant self-improvement, often portraying rest as a luxury rather than a necessity. At the same time, the always-on mindset has… Read More…

  • The slow revolution: how Gen z is falling in love with stillness on screen

    The slow revolution: how Gen z is falling in love with stillness on screen

    Image Credit: Licensed under the Unsplash+ License  In an age of rapid content consumption, shrinking attention spans, and instant gratification, Slow Cinema stands as a radical act of defiance. Defined by its long takes, minimal dialogue, and meditative pacing, this filmmaking style resists the pressures of modern storytelling, by refusing to cater for an audience… Read More…