Fidel Castro: The revolutionary who defined an era
For nearly half a century, one man’s shadow stretched across the Caribbean, defying the world’s most powerful nation just ninety miles from its shores. Fidel Castro, the bearded …
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The Battle of Lewisham -1977
The London Borough of Lewisham is a multicultural borough with a large Black and Asian community, as many of the Windrush generation settled in Lewisham from the late 40s onwards.
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Exploring the meaning and implications of the controversial term “New Black”
The term “New Black” has generated intense debate and controversy in recent years within the African American community. Often used to describe a specific group of African Americans, this …
The history of Niger
Nestled in the heart of West Africa, Niger is a country steeped in history and rich cultural heritage. From its early civilisations to its struggle for independence and its journey towards democratic …
BAME TV Task Force set to meet with Netflix and Amazon following letter for change
The UKs Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic TV Task Force has held talks with the BBC, ITV and Channel 4, and is preparing for meetings with Netflix and Amazon just days after publishing a letter …
The history of Burundi: A tale of complex ethnic relations and political turmoil
Burundi, a landlocked country in East Africa, is known for its rich history and complex ethnic relations. From its pre-colonial era to the present day, the region has witnessed a series of political …
The History of Rwanda: From ancient settlements to Independence
Rwanda, a land-locked country in Eastern Africa, has a rich and complex history stretching centuries. From the dominance of the Tutsi over the Hutu to the tragic events of the 1994 genocide, …
JK Rowling gives sexual assault as the reason for her views on trans people
JK Rowling has spoken out after being criticised for recent remarks about transgender people.
In an extended essay posted on her website, the Harry Potter author defended her recent tweets …
Cuba: From colonisation to independence
A history of conquest, slavery, rebellion and the long struggle for freedom
The First Peoples: Before Columbus
Long before a European sail broke the Caribbean horizon, Cuba was home to several …
The Encomienda System: Spain’s blueprint for colonial exploitation
Spain built one of history’s most ambitious empires in a matter of decades, but ambition alone doesn’t extract silver from mountains or sugar from fields. For that, you need labour. …
How to beat the boredom blues: 10 new hobbies to try
The lockdown has been hard on all of us. We are used to going out and seeing our friends, family, and colleagues, but now we are stuck at home with only ourselves for company. This can lead to …
May Day: Unveiling the Ancient Origins of a joyful spring celebration
May Day, a vibrant and lively holiday celebrated on 1 May, has deep-rooted origins in ancient pagan traditions. This joyous occasion marks the arrival of spring and embraces the flourishing growth and …