Richard Windsor, The Week UK
Richard Windsor is a freelance writer for The Week Digital. He began his journalism career by writing about politics and sport while studying at the University of Southampton. He then worked across various football publications before specialising in cycling for almost nine years, covering major races including the Tour de France and interviewing some of the sport’s top riders. He led Cycling Weekly’s digital platforms as editor for seven of those years, helping to transform the publication into the UK’s largest cycling website.
He left that role to go freelance in April 2022, but still covers cycling as part-time digital editor for independent magazine and website Rouleur. He also works as a writer and consultant helping brands with their content, specialising particularly in digital content strategy and optimisation.
Latest articles by Richard Windsor, The Week UK
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FKA Twigs and Jeremy Allen White – the tale of two Calvin Klein ads
Talking Point Her advert was banned by the advertising watchdog while his caused a 'breathless response' after going viral
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British warship repels 'largest Houthi attack to date' in the Red Sea
Speed read Western allies warn of military response to Iranian-backed Yemeni rebels if attacks on ships continue
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What will Taiwan's election mean for its relationship with China?
Today's Big Question The outcome of the vote to choose new Taiwanese president will have major implications for domestic and global politics
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The pros and cons of marriage
Pros and Cons Fewer couples in the UK are choosing to tie the knot
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Hamas deputy leader Saleh al-Arouri killed in Beirut: will Hezbollah retaliate?
Talking Point Israel has yet to claim official responsibility for the blast that killed one of Hamas's top officials
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The European Super League: a 90th-minute reprieve?
Why everyone's talking about A European court ruling has potentially breathed new life into the breakaway football league
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Why is Ireland taking the UK government to court over Troubles legislation?
Today's Big Question Legal action has sparked 'bitter diplomatic row' between the two nations
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Miss France: the beauty pageant winner with a 'woke' haircut
Why everyone's talking about Eve Gilles subjected to 'hostile' online criticism after judges' decision
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Javier Milei: what new Argentine president means for the Falklands
Under the rader Populist leader had said the islands' sovereignty was non-negotiable but is he softening his stance?
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How immigration is dominating politics across Europe
The Explainer French president Emmanuel Macron is the latest European leader to come unstuck over tightening border controls
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Phase out vs transition away: difference in Cop28 wording explained
The Explainer Critics say the new agreement does not go far enough in ending fossil fuel use
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Hillsborough timeline: what has happened since the 1989 disaster
In Depth Government decides against introduction of a 'Hillsborough law' six years after report
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Boris Johnson: the admissions and apologies on first day of his Covid inquiry testimony
Speed Read The former prime minister's appearance at the public inquiry was marked by protesters and interruptions
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What role the Palestinian Authority could play in Gaza after the conflict
The Explainer Western diplomats are considering the PA returning to govern Gaza once the Israel-Hamas war ends
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Is the Ukraine government and its military on brink of a split?
Today's Big Question Public spats between President Zelenskyy and his military chief have contributed to declining morale within Ukraine
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Why a row over rewilding threatens the sheep on Dartmoor
The Explainer Natural England says overgrazing is destroying the area's habitat
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Pros and cons of a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians
Pros and cons New conflict means long-held plan for peace seems further away than ever
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Is the Gaza hostage deal a turning point in the war?
Today's big question A temporary pause in hostilities will allow further aid to reach Gaza
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The pros and cons of private schools
The Big Debate Labour intends to scrap private school tax exemptions if it wins the next election
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'Leonormania': can the princess revive Spain's royal family?
Talking Point The future queen's 18th birthday has seen her in spotlight for the first time
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Lukoil: third top executive dies suddenly at company that criticised Putin's war
Speed Read The oil giant said its chairman Vladimir Nekrasov died of 'acute heart failure'
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The super-shoes behind the race to break the two-hour marathon
The Explainer A race between major sports manufacturers has seen marathon times get increasingly faster
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Holly Willoughby: TV presenter quits This Morning after 'kidnap plot'
Why Everyone's Talking About The 42-year-old abruptly left the ITV flagship show after 14 years as presenter when police made an arrest
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Pros and cons of HS2
Pros and cons The government has scrapped plans for the northern leg of the high-speed railway after spiralling costs and delays
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