Moscow’s nightlife may once have been defined by swanky clubs and a VIP mentality, but recent years have seen the rise of Western-inspired craft beer bars. How are these friendly and relaxed drinking spots changing Russian attitudes to what makes for a good night out?

Russia has finally acquired a taste for specialty coffee, fuelling the creation of café chains that have spread internationally and boutique bean roasters that use the dark web for advertising. But what’s leading people to opt for an artisan brew over their regular cup of joe from Starbucks?

Extreme sports have long been associated with risky behaviour, yet you’re fifty times more likely to pick up an injury playing rugby than rock climbing. Now, some of these supposedly perilous pursuits may be making their way into the 2020 Olympics. So is ‘extreme’ about to go mainstream?

India’s Gen Y are champions of change, caring less about a career in the West and more about community issues. They’re using skating, hip hop and graffiti to build positivity in young women, transform urban spaces and drive India’s artistic reputation. How are brands reaching this ‘Heart Generation’?