Exploring cultural identity through food
Sadia Sikandar’s latest photography project, Stories of Food and Belonging, earned international recognition at the World Food Photography Awards. In this interview, writer Margot Leys speaks with the artist about her work, the challenges she has faced as a hijabi, and how food can be a powerful force for connection in a time of growing division.
Jasleen Kaur unveils artwork for Commonwealth Games
Turner Prize-winning artist, Jasleen Kaur, reveals artwork, Superstructure, for the Commonwealth Festival. Writer Emma Bainbridge speaks to the Pollokshields born artist about the work and how it explores trade, industry, and empire on the Clyde.
Commonwealth Games and walking tours – highlighting Glasgow’s colonial history and sporting culture
Glasgow Radical Tours and Invisible Tours’ latest walks take visitors on a meander through the city’s streets – highlighting its colonial past, sporting legacy and culture as the Commonwealth Festival approaches. From Glasgow’s Green historical link to sports to the corner of Nelson Mandela Street – a nod to Glasgow’s anti-apartheid movement.
£6.5M boost for Glasgow cleansing services: 200 new jobs announced
Glasgow City Council’s 2025 budget includes a £6.5 million boost for cleansing services. The funding will support city-wide improvements, including more staff at Polmadie Recycling Centre and maintenance to Victoria and Pollok Park.