As millions watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup, players’ tattoos will be on display – offering a glimpse into the inner lives of soccer’s biggest stars.
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A small but growing number of Australians are being diagnosed with a rare tattoo-related eye condition.
The purportedly unique and local feel of coffee shops has instead been homogenized into a singular, palatable aesthetic.
Millions of Australians now have tattoos. Yet unlike other countries, we don’t have rules on what’s in the ink.
Tattoo ink stays with you for life. Researchers are now asking how these pigments interact with the immune system and whether long-term exposure matters.
No increased risk was found for another UV-related skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma.
Tattoos linked to lower melanoma risk but questions remain.
It is crucial to understand the fluidity of moral judgements about objects, rather than assuming objects have inherent or immutable moral value.
Many gang members have tattoos to demonstrate their allegiance. But many people with no gang ties will get inked with similar imagery, which can lead law enforcement astray.
One biblical verse bans tattoos, but the full story of Christianity’s relationship with body modification is more complicated.
Tattoos are extremely popular, but we still don’t know what the long-term risks are.
Some tattoo inks contain unlabeled materials that can cause allergic reactions.
Not all tattoo removal services are licensed, so you’ll have to do some research before booking yourself in. Here’s what to look out for.
Historically, many Christians got tattoos around Holy Week − usually a cross − to honor Christ’s martyrdom.
A tattoo can be a large investment in time, money and pain. Here’s how to look after yours this summer.
Hepatitis C treatments are up to 95% effective when caught early.
Throughout their history, tattoos have helped bind together out-groups.
The ability of professors to freely teach and write about controversial topics without fear of retribution is nothing new.
A series of interviews with recruiters in the banking sector reveals the existence of a dress code to which candidates are expected to conform.
When the 5,300-year-old mummy of Ötzi the Iceman was found 30 years ago, researchers found 61 tattoos on it. A scholar explains how tattoos have been a sacred part of many cultures across the world.
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