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The Industrial Revolution was a groundbreaking period that transformed Britain into an economic superpower. It brought about significant advancements in various industries, including iron production. …
Notting Hill Carnival is a renowned annual event celebrating London’s vibrant Caribbean culture and diversity. As the biggest community-led street celebration in the world, it brings together …
Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah, born 15 April 1958, is a renowned British writer and dub poet. Despite his unlikely background, Zephaniah has made a name for himself in the literary world, earning …
Seventy-five years ago, the Windrush Generation brought a unique financial tradition to the UK. This practice, known as “pardna,” was an informal, community-based financial solution born …
Throughout 2023, the United Kingdom will commemorate the 75th anniversary, dubbed Windrush 75, of the arrival of the Windrush generation, who have played a pivotal role in shaping modern British …
Fish and chips have long been synonymous with British cuisine, a source of national pride and culinary tradition. Often enjoyed on Friday nights, this iconic duo continues to delight taste buds around …
The Scramble for Africa, also known as the Partition of Africa or the Conquest of Africa, refers to the invasion, annexation, division, and colonisation of most of Africa by seven Western European …
Linton Kwesi Johnson, commonly known as LKJ, is a renowned reggae poet and recording artist whose work has impacted the world of literature, music, and politics. His unique fusion of Jamaican patois, …
Maggie Aderin-Pocock, a renowned British space scientist and science educator, has captivated the world with her extraordinary contributions to space science. Overcoming numerous obstacles throughout …
The celebration of April Fools’ Day, also known as All Fools Day, observed on 1 April every year, has existed for several centuries in different cultures. Playing hoaxes or practical jokes on …
The term “woke” has undergone a deliberate negative transformation over the past few years. Once used to show awareness of social issues and empathy towards them, the word has been …
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, better known as Mahatma Gandhi, was the leader of India’s non-violent independence movement against British rule. Gandhi is often referred to as Mahatma, which …
Commonwealth Day is an annual celebration that takes place on the second Monday of March. It is an event to celebrate the values, diversity and achievements of the Commonwealth, which comprises over …
Mother’s Day is a celebration honouring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many …
The Festival of Colours is a popular Hindu festival, also known as Holi or the Festival of Love. It is celebrated all over India and Nepal. It is usually observed in the spring and signifies the …
If you’re looking for something to read this month, consider reading There Goes the Neighborhood by Jade Adia. The book is a raised fist against the destructive forces of gentrification and a …
The Berbice Slave Uprising, a significant slave revolt in Guyana, began on 23 February 1763 and lasted until December of the same year. This event is considered the first major slave revolt in South …
The 1778 case of Knight v Wedderburn is a significant turning point in the history of slavery and the fight for freedom in Scotland. Joseph Knight, an enslaved man from Guinea, challenged his master, …
The Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is an annual event that showcases the rich cultural heritage and vibrant spirit of the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago. This two-day extravaganza, held on the …
Every year on 11 November, Armistice Day commemorates the armistice signing between the Allied armies and Germany at 11am – the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. While …
Day of the dead is a popular Mexican holiday celebrated to commemorate the dead. Mexico’s Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a festive occasion that honours and celebrates the lives of …
The Samhain festival (pronounced ‘sow’inn’) is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It has traditionally been observed across Ireland, …
Leopold II was the second King of the Belgians from 1865 to 1909. Born on 9 April 1835 in Brussels, he was the eldest surviving son of Leopold I, the first King of the Belgians, and his second wife, …
Halloween is a beloved holiday celebrated around the world on 31 October. It is a time filled with spooky costumes, jack-o’-lanterns, and trick-or-treating. But have you ever wondered how these …
