Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

In a crowded field, the most disturbing thing about slap fighting is how difficult it is to look away from. Showing videos to friends and colleagues over the past few weeks has led to two clear ...

POSSIBLE DANGERS OF THIS SPORT. IT’S GOT ALL THE SWAGGER OF BOXING THE SUIT UP. JUST TAKE AWAY THE GLOVES AND ALL THE DEFENSIVE MOVES AND YOU GET A SLEW OF SLAPS. BABY. JUST SAW MY LOVE. I FEEL LIKE ...

The competitors stand rigidly upright with their hands behind their backs, waiting to absorb a brutal slap to the face. When the open-handed blow is delivered, there’s a sharp report and the reaction ...

A controversial new type of combat is making its debut in Scotland at the weekend but clinicians have warned of potential brain injury risks for those taking part. There is no doubt about it, slap ...