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The artist trying to show sex work as normal

He arrives 30 minutes late to the interview, dressed in vintage army pants, a ripped t-shirt and bold, messy makeup. He describes his style as “streetwear meets a hooker with an element of nostalgia but contemporary elegance.”

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The new summit for trans athletes 

“Climbing is the first place that I’ve ever felt comfortable with my body. It just became a really  important part of my life and keeps me mentally sane,” says trans athlete Max Branagan. 

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Creating Spaces of Solidarity

Calling Alexandra Holker busy is an understatement. “Now when I list everything I do, I think gosh it is quite a lot,” Holker says, laughing as if realising this for the first time. Red curly hair frames her face and she has a hearty, genuine laugh. The Spare Ribs Club is hosting a live drawing event today.

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Boxing Champs Fight Against Knife Crime

Isaac Chamberlain spent the morning in a punishing session in a stuffy basement gym ahead of what should have been a British title fight against Mikael Lawal. To his visible frustration, his opponent has postponed the bout on medical grounds.