Thawing the permafrost with Russia
The Washington Times 03.02.17 —There are good reasons to work with Vladimir Putin against a shared threat … »
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Organising my theatre awards makes Brexit look easy
The Spectator 03.02.17 —The new government seems to be struggling with the logistical intricacies of removing Britain from the European Union. I can only assume they have never tried to put together a theatre awards. … »
How many more atrocities before we wake up to this threat?
The Evening Standard 18.06.16 —Theresa May could take a leading role in bringing about concerted action against the greatest threat to humanity … »
As The Independent launches its next chapter, my thanks to our most important allies – that’s you
The Independent 26.03.16 —… »
Forced marriages: The shame of modern Britain
The Independent 21.07.15 —When I first came across the phrase “forced marriage”, my instinctive response was that of most people: that it is an oxymoron. The whole point of marriage is that it is a consensual agreement, hopefully with a spot of romance thrown in and the approval of two families and their … »
Tony Blair in Africa: How the former prime minister went to war against Ebola, and won the adoration of Sierra Leone
The Independent 12.06.15 —The crowd is four deep, and as the cavalcade pulls into Sierra Leone's Connaught Hospital, a hush descends on the assembled doctors and nurses. The passenger door opens and at the first glimpse of the emerging figure there is an eruption of cheers. … »
Elton razors some eyebrows for Comic Relief
The Independent 02.03.15 —Evgeny Lebedev, owner of The Independent and Evening Standard titles, has gone from high brow to no brow, after Sir Elton John shaved off his beard and eyebrows to raise money for Comic Relief. … »
Adventures in unseen Burma: One of the world’s most beautiful countries is opening up to visitors
The Independent 09.02.15 —The economic advancements of its neighbours have passed Burma by - until now. Evgeny Lebedev experiences the unspoilt wonders that the country has to offer, and wonders how long they will last … »
David Walliams backs Get London Reading: find a book you love, star urges children
Evening Standard 29.01.15 —David Walliams says he treasures the memory of reading bedtime stories with his father and keeps the tradition going with his own son. … »
New York Times Profile: The Rise of Evgeny Lebedev
New York Times 09.01.15 —The New York Times speaks to Evgeny Lebedev about London, theatre and his plans for a New York office for the Independent online … »
Much Ado About Theatre: Hosting the Evening Standard Awards 2014
Evening Standard Magazine 09.01.15 —Evgeny Lebedev, owner of the Evening Standard and co-host of the London Evening Standard Theatre Awards, reflects on this year’s unforgettable performances and a night to remember at the London Palladium … »
Dawn of the dead
GQ 13.11.14 —In Mexico's war on drugs, death is ever present, and the resurrection of the colonial-era Santa Muerte cult represents a new morbid normality. Cartel killers make offerings for courage, their relatives pray for protection from the law, and for those living in the crossfire, 'Holy Death' is the only sect … »