Jay the Author, a forever stranger with a mission: The Dear Stranger Project

a back view of Jay, the artist of the project, hanging up one of his 'Dear Stranger' letters on a pole on the Grand Place in Brussels.

Jay's 'Dear stranger' project consists out of hanging up letters in public places all over the world, like the Grand Place in Brussels. photo taken by De Laurier Nikki.

 

From the COVID lockdown streets in Melbourne to cities all over the world. Jay Ventress, better known as Jay the Author on Instagram, shows how even strangers can make you feel seen with his handwritten letters. Jay, a 27-year-old street …

The Forgotten Artisan: A Textile Creator’s Life in the Shadow of Fashion

Daniel Henry working in his studio with his assistant. Image source: https://danielhenry.eu

 

When talking about fashion, models and designers often steal the spotlight, but they are not the only ones shaping the industry. It is time to look deeper. Daniel Henry, a Professional of the Year Award winner, shows us how the life as an artisan in the fashion …

2,300 protestors gather in Ghent for International Women’s day

Protestors walk the streets. Photo: Tea Longin

 

Today, in Ghent, Belgium, activists walk together for International Women’s Day. According to the Collective 8 Maars, 2.300 joined; according to the police, it was 1.700. It’s the 6th time that the collective has organised the protest in Ghent. 35 …

Painter Jan Van Imschoot: “My world is an illusion of liberty”

Artist and painter Jan Van Imschoot looking straight into the camera.

Jan Van Imschoot prioritizes creative freedom over conventional success. Photo: Valerie Vernier

 

“I don’t believe in the word contemporary art”, states contemporary artist Jan Van Imschoot. Born in Ghent, Belgium, 1962, the artist recalls his time at the Charlatan, a bar and night club in the city. He describes living in Ghent …

Cobbles, Climbs, and Chaos: An Insider Look into Elite Cycling

Photo: Davy Mulkers

 

The DD Pro Cycling Team entered a new phase in its development after participating in the 2025 Omloop het Nieuwsblad Women’s Edition. The race marked the young team’s first participation at the WorldTour level, the highest level of professional cycling …

Heavy Metal: The Fine Line Between Music and Noise

Credit: Sebastian Ervi https://www.pexels.com/nl-nl/foto/mensen-in-concert-1763075/

 

Heavy metal should not be identified as music but just as loud noise. Or is it other genres that are just noise, and is metal the one that is real music? What makes music music and not just loud noise? …

Small Creek Big Beaver

A documentary about coexistance

 

One of the great threats the world faces today is climate change. While the situation may seem dire, we must remember that there is still hope. Many initiatives go through daily developments to build toward a brighter future. Rewilding is …

Protesters Demand End to War in Ukraine, Three Years On  

Protesters holding signs demanding the end of the war, archival footage - Foto: Pixabay

 

Thousands of people rallied together a day before the third anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, demanding peace and Europe’s support.   The event was organized by the non-profit organization Promote Ukraine, which advocates for Ukrainian refugees. Its …

Tear down the walls, why it’s time for men to cry

Crying man

Crying man - Image by Freepik

 

“If my man doesn’t cry on our wedding day, I don’t want him.” Many women across social media used the phrase, which gained millions of views over the summer. The TikTok trend, which began in 2022, shows that society is becoming …