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Lifestyle 3 years ago

Chinese tattoo artist tells women's stories through ink

In a country where spaces for female self-expression have shrunk in recent years, getting a tattoo can feel like an empowering act.

People 3 years ago

Free tattoos give hope for Dutch breast cancer survivors

Her tattooist, Darryl Veer, is part of a growing group of ink artists ready to help women love their bodies again after the traumatic experience of a mastectomy.

Sports 3 years ago

Argentine tattooists swamped by demand for Messi tributes

Since Argentina’s World Cup win turned Buenos Aires into a massive street party, tattoo artists have been hard at work inking the image of Lionel Messi on the bodies of fans paying tribute to the man, who has come to rival the legend of the country’s other soccer god, Diego Maradona.

Entertainment 3 years ago

Repent, Ye: UK studio helps ex-fans get rid of Kanye tattoos

Kimberley Westgarth says she was so disgusted by Kanye West’s recent anti-Semitic comments that she decided to get rid of her tattoo of him.

Lifestyle 3 years ago

Tunisian tattoo artist revives Berber designs for new generation

Tunisian tattoo artist Manel Mahdouani is reviving traditional Berber designs that had long been considered unfashionable but are now gaining in popularity among a hip new generation.

Science & Tech 3 years ago

S.Korea develops nanotech tattoo as health monitoring device

South Koreans may soon be able to carry a device inside their own bodies in the form of a bespoke tattoo that automatically alerts them to potential health problems, if a science team's project bears fruit.

Art & Culture 4 years ago

In-demand artist only inks believers of ‘meaningful tattoos’

With hundreds of potential clients racing to get his work inked onto their bodies, tattoo artist Mulie Addlecoat remains spiritual in his approach.

Art & Culture 4 years ago

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Small is big: Stuff to think about before getting a micro tattoo

Micro tattoos have been growing in popularity over the last few years. They’re exactly what they sound like, small tattoos, and are generally favored for their simple and minimalist designs. Trends aside, be sure to have a long and hard think before getting one!

Sports 4 years ago

Remove your tattoos, Beijing tells Chinese football players

The sport has found itself in the crosshairs of the Communist Party's purity drive in recent years, and players on the national football team routinely cover their arms with long sleeves or bandages to hide their tattoos.