The Leeds Palestinian film festival is a unique event which aims to raise awareness about Palestine and its people. By showing thought-provoking and inspiring films, the festival hopes to share the beauty of the Palestinian people, history, society and culture. Open to all and accessible throughout November and December, most events will take place in […]
With promises made over three years ago, the government has officially dropped work on a definition of Islamophobia. Over the years, many have found that the government’s reaction to such a concern has been deeply worrying, despite the rise in hate crimes against Muslims in England and Wales. For many years, Labour MP Afzal Khan […]
After all, Britain has always been known for its love of the delicious blend. But as we soon discovered, this was no ordinary tea experience. In fact, you are actually locked in! And the tea is definitely unusual with flavours that are certainly innovative. We were locked in for the evening at Bird & Blend’s […]
Islamic books and manuscripts dating back to the 13th century will be showcased for the first time in the Middle East. The 41st Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) held annually has always attracted visitors from around the world. Launched in 1982, by Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, the book fair lasts 11 days and […]
It may be getting cold outside, but don’t let that discourage you from exercising outdoors! If you want to beat the negative effects of the dark, gloomy and long nights, embrace the change in weather and get outside for some winter exercise. Did you know that exercising in lower temperatures is known to be more […]
This Black History Month, we end by exploring the life, efforts and career of Hashi Mohamed. Although a Somali, Mohamed was born in Nairobi, Kenya and moved to the UK when he was only nine years old. His father, who was a salesman, died in a tragic car crash in 1993, which was how Mohamed […]
