History of Broadway Theatre, Catford
The Broadway Theatre, Catford has had many names over the decades. It started out as a concert hall extension to Lewisham Town Hall called uninspiringly “Town Hall Extension”. In 1926, …
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Islam and its belief system: An overview
Islam is a monotheistic religion that originated in the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula and spread across Africa. Its teachings are based on the revelations received by its founder, Prophet …
Political correctness: A guide to the controversial ideology
Political correctness, or PC culture, is a term used to describe how public discourse has changed to avoid offending certain groups of people. It is often seen as excessive sensitivity to minority …
Timing of Beyoncé’s Formation is marketing genius
I wasn’t going to comment on the release of Beyoncé’s video Formation on Saturday 6 February because there are already thousands of think pieces out there on the subject whether for or against. Then I …
The diverse tapestry of Jewish communities: Exploring ten distinct groups
The Jewish people, with a history spanning over three millennia, have developed into a rich mosaic of communities, each with unique traditions, languages, and practices. While many are familiar with …
6 facts about Jamaica’s debt
For over 40 years the people of Jamaica have suffered under the weight of massive debt. Jamaica is one of the most indebted countries and spends twice as much on debt repayments as it does on …
The Beta Israel: The history and heritage of Ethiopian Jews
The Beta Israel community, often known as Ethiopian Jews, holds a unique place within the diverse mosaic of Jewish peoples. With a history that intertwines ancient traditions, enduring faith, and the …
5 things that will continue to divide black people in 2016
In life, I try to avoid being around negative ignorant people who are too set in their ways to be enlightened. Sadly, I buck up on these people every day on social media. I spent a lot of time …
This John Hanson was not the first Black President of the United States
There are many who claim that John Hanson was the first Black president of the United States, not Barack Obama.
This tale is continuously shared on social media. Because many people believe that …
Racist: What it is…
I can’t believe that a discussion on what a racist is, still needs to be had in 2015. The meaning used to be clear cut but as more Black people speak out against injustice racists seek to muddy the …
How respectability politics hurts Black people
Respectability politics believes that conformity to established mainstream standards of appearance and behaviour can protect people who belong to marginalised groups if they conform to prescribed …
Viola Davis makes history at the Emmy Awards
On 20 September 2015, actress Viola Davis made history at the Emmy Awards when she won for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama for her role in How to Get Away with Murder. This is the first time a …