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Reuben Dangoor Is Taking His London Roots to the Basketball Court
Reuben Dangoor can’t be boxed in. The visual artist first went viral in 2015 with his regal interpretations of U.K. grime artists, depicting D Double E as a military officer and Skepta riding a horse with the Union Jack in hand. Since then, the Londoner has pushed his love for music and sports across projects in collaboration with the likes of his beloved Arsenal F.C. and England’s national football squad. Most recently, Dangoor worked with adidas for its new Predator football boot, as well as a collaborative FIFA 22 in-game jersey with David Beckham. And while consistently working on projects with a global reach, his British roots have always come first. Dangoor is now collaborating with the NBA for the sports franchises’ Creator Series. The new program is a celebration of the league’s 75...
Where to stay in Cornwall – ranked by activity
An expert guide on where to stay in Cornwall whether you want to surf, sail, hike or cycle, or simply laze on a beach The novelist and poet D. H. Lawrence once wrote that Cornwall is “like being at a window and looking out of England.” In this westerly point of mainland England, you will find a wild north coast of rugged cliffs and golden beaches, a calm south coast of sheltered waters and fishing villages, and dramatic moors in between. But Cornwall is not just a geographic microcosm; it also speaks to England’s politics. Once a thriving industrial hub, Cornwall’s coast is still littered with old engine houses that once powered its tin and copper mines. As the industry declined, Cornwall had to reinvent itself. Today, it’s one of England’s most popular destinations thanks to its sup...
Wild continent: the best national parks in Europe
The best national parks in Europe are home to vast tracts of wilderness, often overlooked by those who flock to its cities When we think of wild continents, Europe is probably last in line. Asia’s fearsome mountains, South America’s lush rainforest and Africa’s vast savannah are surely more impressive. Europe in comparison is famous for its cities: London, Paris, Rome and their ilk. But venture further and you’ll find gigantic glaciers, primeval forests and untouched tracts of wilderness. These areas are quite rightly protected in national parks. To help you explore the wild side of the continent, we share below the best national parks in Europe. Jostedalsbreen National Park Location: NorwayMore info: Official site Jostedalsbreen National Park is home to the largest glacier on contin...
Going coastal: 15 best sea views in England
From brooding cliffs to storybook villages, we bring you a curated list of the best sea views in England For a long time, Peter and I were ambivalent about the British staycation. For us, getting on a flight marked the start of a proper getaway. But then, a series of local trips began to change our minds. There was Clovelly, a picturesque fishing village on the north coast of Devon; Langley Castle in Northumberland; walking with my sister in the Chiltern Hills; and, for Peter, hiking the coast to coast and the South West Coast Path. These trips turned out to be some of our most memorable. Over time, we learnt to love the staycation, not least because they’re better for the environment, more affordable and usually less challenging in terms of logistics (language, customs and so on). Thankfu...
Beats by Dre Tap Marcus Rashford and Dave for Illustrative Short Film ‘Never Beaten’
In celebration of the new Premier League season, Beats by Dre has connected with artist Gaia Alari and U.K. rapper Dave to produce three pieces of artwork and a 60-second animated short film that stars Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford. Titled Never Beaten, the illustrative video captures Rashford’s footballing journey, articulating the winger’s perseverance during the highest and lowest points of his career so far. Dave’s narration is heard throughout the video, lending words of motivation to Rashford ahead of the new campaign. Dave’s last two albums Psychodrama and We’re All Alone In This Together both went number one in the U.K. album charts. For this video, Dave speaks over the piano sample taken from his hit single “Verdansk.” Touching on Rashford’s...
Adidas “Pitch, Please” Gives Womxn, Girls and Non-Binary Players Equal Playing Pitch Access
With the UEFA Women’s Euro England 2022 tournament well underway, adidas has introduced its “Pitch, Please” initiative that enables Non-Binary, womxn and girl players to enjoy and gain fair access to football pitches in the United Kingdom. When it comes to football, women, girls and those who identify as Non-Binary are often at an unfair disadvantage, as pitch access is often dedicated to legacy bookings and those who already have teams. New players and teams, particularly if it’s a womxns-only team, therefore have restricted access, making the game (that has seen diversity improvements in recent years) become less inclusive than desired. As adidas notes, “Research has found that 59% of teenage girls who used to be interested in sport drop out due to inadequate opportunities and facilities...
Adidas “Pitch, Please” Gives Womxn, Girls and Non-Binary Players Equal Playing Pitch Access
With the UEFA Women’s Euro England 2022 tournament well underway, adidas has introduced its “Pitch, Please” initiative that enables Non-Binary, womxn and girl players to enjoy and gain fair access to football pitches in the United Kingdom. When it comes to football, women, girls and those who identify as Non-Binary are often at an unfair disadvantage, as pitch access is often dedicated to legacy bookings and those who already have teams. New players and teams, particularly if it’s a womxns-only team, therefore have restricted access, making the game (that has seen diversity improvements in recent years) become less inclusive than desired. As adidas notes, “Research has found that 59% of teenage girls who used to be interested in sport drop out due to inadequate opportunities and facilities...
“I Don’t Just Represent Grime, I Represent the U.K.”: An Interview With D Double E
Darren Dixon — or better known to you as D Double E — started his musical journey over 20 years ago growing up on a diet of jungle, U.K garage, and dancehall, studying the art from his older inspirations and Jamaican icons Bounty Killer, Ninjaman, and Buju Banton. Since then, the journey has been a wild one for the 42-year-old. Labeled as DJ Dan under the crew Bass Inject in the early ’90s, Dixon was a jungle and U.K. garage musician at heart until the year 1998 saw the launch of the drum and bass-centric Reckless Crew which took over London’s Rinse FM pirate radio station. It wasn’t until he was a member of the early grime collective N.A.S.T.Y. Crew alongside the likes of Ghetts and Kano that the genre became the new thing on the block. Bluku! Bluku!, Double’s 2011-released debut EP took ...
10 most visited countries in the world
We profile some usual suspects plus one or two surprises in the top 10 most visited countries in the world Have you dreamed of a romantic kiss atop the Eiffel Tower? Perhaps you’ve thrown a wish into the Trevi Fountain or stopped and stared at the Sistine Chapel. If so, you’re certainly not alone. According to the last available pre-pandemic figures, France and Italy are two of the most visited countries in the world. Together with the rest of the top 10, they make up a whopping 41% of global tourist arrivals (i.e. overnight visitors). Here’s the complete list of the most visited countries in the world. 10 most visited countries in the world The below figures come from the 2020 edition of the UNWTO’s International Tourism Highlights report. 1. France &nbs...
8 Artists You Need to See at Wireless Festival This Year
We are now well and truly in the middle of festival season in the U.K. and the pre-pandemic days of counting down to freedom feel like an eternity ago. With Glastonbury Festival gone for another year, the country is now looking for the next place to attend. Britain has been blessed with some of the best festival lineups in years this time around, and some of the best are still yet to come. Wireless Festival has been a go-to spot for music fans for the last few years, with some of the most-watched and viral performances taking place on its main stages. This year, the festival is coming in the form of three different events across three locations. London’s Crystal Palace and Finsbury Park along with Birmingham’s NEC venue will be welcoming some of the biggest stars in the world over th...
Idris Elba in Talks for $1.2 Billion USD Channel 4 Bid
Idris Elba is reportedly interested in acquiring UK broadcaster Channel 4 and is looking to put forward a £1 billion GBP (approximately $1.2 billion USD) bid. According to reports, the actor is speaking with Marc Boyan, founder and CEO of marketing and communications collective The Miroma Group, for the bid. Variety adds that Channel 4 declined to comment and a statement from Elba’s team has not be released as of writing. UK Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries announced in April 2022 that Channel 4 will be sold in an attempt to compete with big international streamers such as Netflix and Amazon’s Prime Video. The British politician previously stated that the sale plans “will revamp decades-old laws to help our public service broadcasters compete in the internet age and usher in a new golden a...
AJ Tracey, Nines and Knucks to Headline size?sessions Festival in Manchester
Streetwear and footwear retailer size? has announced the launch of its very own size?sessions music festival. Taking place in the city of Manchester, the festival has been designed to unite the cultures of music and fashion. By hosting three stages across the 02 Victoria Warehouse venue, a collective of UK-based talent will be performing. The likes of of AJ Tracey, Nines, Miraa May, and Knucks – who recently went number 3 in the U.K. album chart with his album ALPHA PLACE – have taken the top spots on the bill. As well as the headline names, other rap artists such as Mancunian up-and-comer Comfy and Juice Menace will be performing alongside singer-songwriter Tamera and Manchester’s own “Sisterz of Darkness” duo The KTNA. First debuting as an in-store-only experience, size?sessions have con...
