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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In an era when the music industry often played it safe, David Bowie did anything but—both in love and in principle. From his trailblazing marriage to Iman to his fearless…
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From Tina Turner to Beyoncé, MOBO has never just been an awards show — it’s been a movement. After decades of celebrating Black excellence and shaping British culture, MOBO is…
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A lie still runs the league. Jude Bellingham’s brilliance isn’t just redefining football—it’s exposing the racial narratives that continue to shape how Black excellence is seen, judged, and constrained. This…
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Big news from Go Live Theatre! - Actor, writer & global creative Ricardo P Lloyd has been announced as one of their newest Patrons, joining a powerhouse line-up to champion…
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They said our cities could not be saved. They said our leaders could not lead. Yet in Baltimore, Chicago, Birmingham, LA, and Atlanta, Black mayors are proving them wrong. Homicides…
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Not all leaders seek the spotlight — some simply become it. In this powerful conversation, Mayor Margaret Greer reflects on her journey from a young girl in Hackney facing racial…
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The story of Humza Yousaf’s leadership journey, and others like it, highlights a phenomenon many of us don’t talk about enough: the glass cliff. In positions of power, women, people…
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As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on the inspiring stories of resilience, unity, and impact. From the success of The Baton Awards during the 16 Days of Activism…
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As we embrace the last days of autumn, let’s take a moment to celebrate resilience, history, and solidarity. From honouring Black excellence during Black History Month to gearing up for…
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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.
