Few figures have had a greater impact on British publishing than Margaret Busby. As the UK's first Black woman publisher and a lifelong champion of diverse voices, her influence has…
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Hair Freedom EXPO 2026 is more than an event—it is a movement. Bringing together industry leaders, educators, advocates, and multicultural communities in Sydney, this landmark gathering will challenge hair discrimination,…
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Barnaby Phillips’s The African Kingdom of Gold: Britain and the Asante Treasure is a timely exploration of empire, cultural loss, and restitution. Combining meticulous research with compelling storytelling, Phillips traces…
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As the world celebrates International Doubles Day, London's favourite Caribbean beach bar is serving up a delicious reason to visit. This weekend, LIMIN Southbank is offering buy-one-get-one-free doubles, giving guests…
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Travel has the power to bring people together, but when combined with music, it can create something truly unforgettable. In this heartfelt review, travel editor Sarah Tetteh explores how a…
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At the new V&A East Museum, The Music is Black: A British Story, arrives as both celebration and reckoning - a sweeping exploration of how Black music has shaped the…
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Black women serving within the UK’s uniformed services are speaking with honesty, courage and urgency. The 100 Voices Survey Report from Women in the Shade shines a light on the…
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Freedom of speech has always sounded simple in theory — but who really has the freedom to speak without consequence? This month, we examine the true cost of having a…
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They call it harsh. They rarely call it what it is. Black parenting has long been judged without context, misunderstood as severity rather than seen as protection. But in a…
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We need to talk about the truth behind being overqualified and underpaid. As we step into a new financial year, the same uncomfortable question keeps resurfacing: Who really benefits from…
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- Margaret Busby’s Part of the Story (Hamish Hamilton, 2026)
Few figures have had a greater impact on British publishing than Margaret Busby. As the UK's first Black woman publisher and a lifelong champion of diverse voices, her influence has shaped generations of writers and readers. In this review, John Stevenson explores Part of the Story, Busby's remarkable new collection of essays, reviews, speeches and reflections, which chronicles more than fifty years of literary and cultural history while illuminating the legacy of one of publishing's most important pioneers. - Hair Freedom EXPO 2026
Hair Freedom EXPO 2026 is more than an event—it is a movement. Bringing together industry leaders, educators, advocates, and multicultural communities in Sydney, this landmark gathering will challenge hair discrimination, celebrate textured hair, and champion the right of women and girls to embrace their natural identity with confidence. Through powerful conversations, practical education, and inspiring personal stories, Hair Freedom EXPO is set to redefine inclusion, representation, and hair freedom in Australia. - Afterlives of Looted Heritage
Barnaby Phillips’s The African Kingdom of Gold: Britain and the Asante Treasure is a timely exploration of empire, cultural loss, and restitution. Combining meticulous research with compelling storytelling, Phillips traces the looting of Asante treasures and examines how their legacy continues to shape debates about historical justice today. - Did someone say FREE doubles?
As the world celebrates International Doubles Day, London's favourite Caribbean beach bar is serving up a delicious reason to visit. This weekend, LIMIN Southbank is offering buy-one-get-one-free doubles, giving guests the chance to enjoy Trinidad & Tobago's iconic street food while soaking up riverside views, vibrant soca music, live entertainment and authentic Caribbean hospitality. With sunshine, rum punch and carnival vibes on the menu, it's set to be a celebration to remember. - Daish’s Holidays: a review
Travel has the power to bring people together, but when combined with music, it can create something truly unforgettable. In this heartfelt review, travel editor Sarah Tetteh explores how a stay with Daish's Holidays at the Abbey Lawn Hotel became far more than just a family getaway. From live entertainment and inclusive hospitality to cherished moments shared across generations, the trip highlighted the importance of accessible travel and the joy of making memories together, especially for families with diverse and additional needs.
