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Amber Rose's Slutwalk: is the controversial feminist movement still relevant?

Some activists remain unconvinced that reclaiming the insult is beneficial for women.

By Polly Evans

Amber Rose's Slutwalk: is the controversial feminist movement still relevant?

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Poo jokes and pessimism – the scatological legacy of British humour

Is it simply a testament to our good nature, or a sign of a darker kind of cynicism?

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How to spot an intellectual misogynist (and what to do with one)

They come in all shapes and sizes.

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What’s behind the affectionate fetishisation of Louis Theroux?

The sexual appeal of older, geeky men points to the dynamics of power and gender.

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