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Did you know that Thomas Müntzer, leader of the German Peasants’ War in 1525, used a rainbow flag to rally his followers? It’s an aptly exuberant image for the radical charisma of Müntzer, and for the

This month marks nine years since I ...

With a camera, a backpack and an unshakable belief in the strength of ordinary lives, Mihaela Noroc’s latest book reveals the many faces of female power – from mothers and activists to scientists and survivors. Peter Dench finds out more

Hannah Betts says a glammed-up version of yourself is best for Yule

Our pick of your best letters and some wise words from our favourite stars…