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The untold story of Black British children wrongly classified as subnormal

‍In the 1960s and 1970s, hundreds of black children in Britain were wrongly classified as “educationally subnormal” and sent to special schools. These schools were designed for students …

Tulsa race massacre survivors seek justice

Viola Fletcher, the oldest survivor of the racist attack on Tulsa’s “Black Wall Street”, testified at a House Judiciary Committee hearing to mark the centennial of the 1921 Tulsa Race …

How yoga can help you lose weight and tone your body and mind

There are many benefits to yoga. Yoga can help you lose weight, tone your body, and improve overall health. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at how yoga can help you lose weight and tone …

How to recognise and relieve stress

Since the Covid-19 epidemic began, many people have found their stress levels have been consistently high. It is difficult to switch off and relax in our 24-hour “always on” society. Long-term stress …

Americans split over anti-transgender laws

The United States is currently in a heated debate over transgender rights, specifically about which public restrooms transgender people should be allowed to use. On one side of the debate are those …

Communism: An overview

Communism is a political and economic ideology that aims to establish a classless society in which the means of production are owned and controlled collectively by the community. The theory of …

The Kashmir conflict: A history of turbulence and warfare

The Kashmir conflict, a long-standing territorial dispute between India and Pakistan, has been a flashpoint for multiple wars and ongoing unrest since the partition of British India in 1947. The …

Bookshelf: Exploring the Magic of Love in Colour

‍As a literature enthusiast and a die-hard fan of love stories, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on Bolu Babalola’s latest book, “Love in Colour.” I had been following her on …

The history of South Africa: From colonisation to independence

South Africa’s history is a rich tapestry woven with threads of diverse cultures, conflict, and resilience. From the arrival of European colonisers to the country’s hard-won independence, …

Kwame Nkrumah: The revolutionary leader who spearheaded Ghana’s independence

Kwame Nkrumah (1909-1972) was a prominent Ghanaian politician, political theorist, and revolutionary who played a crucial role in leading the Gold Coast to independence from Britain in 1957. As …

The partition of India

The partition of India between 14-15 August 1947 resulted in the creation of India and Pakistan, two separate states divided along religious lines. This decision was made by the British government, …

The Accra Riots of 1948: A turning point in Ghana’s quest for independence

The Accra Riots of 1948 stand as a pivotal moment in Ghana’s history, marking a significant step towards the country’s eventual independence from British colonial rule. Central to this …