As a Black woman, I value what I bring to the ‘offering table’ and, as a businesswoman and, as a perfectionist in my work, I am extra vigilant especially when…
The renowned civil rights leader, Reverend Al Sharpton, recently visited London to meet with Black activists and promote the UK's largest Black voter registration drive. He also met with grassroots…
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Natasha Pencil is worried for the future of Brixton's culture and communities of people of colour Bookmark Farmers' markets are a great day out and always worth a visit. They…
Carnival Highlights Carnival goers returned to the streets of west London for the first Notting Hill Carnival since 2019. For three years, Londoners have been pining for the return of…
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Black-owned businesses earn significantly less in median turnover than their peers of other ethnicities. There are several contributing factors, from access to finance, to social capital, household income and more.
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Ben Lindsay TEDxFrensham By working with police, schools and social services, can we make an intrinsic change that will get young people the help and support they need before violence…
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 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.
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.
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.
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.