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Top 5 city breaks in Europe that will make your weekend unforgettable

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You deserve to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life once in a while, and a weekend break in Europe is just the ticket! Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, enjoy picturesque scenery, or party until dawn, there’s no better place than Europe to do it. Here are 5 of …

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Watch: Steve McQueen’s Uprising docuseries on BBC

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Last year, Sir Steve McQueen impressed audiences with Small Axe, a five-part anthology series set within London’s West Indian community during the late 1960s and early 1980s. The five short films, which starred Letitia Wright, John Boyega, Michael Ward and Rochenda Sandall, portray various true events that shaped and influenced UK race relations during this …

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Five fun things to do at home

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The government have set out their roadmap out of lockdown. If all goes well, things should be back to normal on 21 June. We’ve still got a few months to go before we can go out and enjoy the outdoors to the fullest, so here are five fun things you can do at home. Check …

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Monuments: A short film by Donmar

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Donmar Warehouse theatre has launched Monuments, a short film resulting from a Donmar Local project. The project explores the legacy of the British Empire. With anti-racism movements sweeping the globe, young people are pushing for political action, highlighting the racialised power structures embedded in our society. Change is on the horizon. The Donmar is located …

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How to beat the boredom blues: 10 new hobbies to try during lockdown

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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 feelings of boredom and loneliness. However, there are things that we can do to beat the boredom …

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Choosing new activities during lockdown

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In the wake of the global Coronavirus pandemic, people are being told to stay at home and practice ‘social distancing.’ It can be strange being in lockdown and having to change from your usual busy schedule to being indoors all day if you’re accustomed to one that involves plenty of activity. Whilst actor Stanley Tucci …

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How to throw a virtual party during lockdown

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Lockdown restrictions may stop us from meeting in person, but that shouldn’t stop us from celebrating the important days in our family’s and friends’ lives. If you have a birthday coming up during lockdown, here are some tips on hosting a virtual party. Be my guest No matter what the party, guests can make or …

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Writing as a hobby during lockdown

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Taking up writing as a hobby is an excellent way to find out if it’s something you want to do long term. Whilst we are in lockdown, this is as good an opportunity as any to take up writing. If you want to be a writer, you need to enjoy writing. If you don’t enjoy …

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The Story of Lovers Rock – Limited screenings

A documentary by director Menelik Shabazz called The Story Of Lover’s Rock, received a limited release in a handful of London cinemas. But it’s popularity took cinema’s by surprise as tickets sold out in advance and the screenings were extended. The film tells the story of an era and a music that defined a generation …

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History, hidden in the streets of London?

Join Brother Tony Warner for a Blak Friday presentation: History, hidden in the streets of London? Let’s take a walk on the Black side! Brother Tony will challenge the bias in schools and universities that gives the impression that racism and civil rights was an American issue as it totally ignores the struggles Black British people …

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Yasus Afaru is back in the UK for Black History Season

Yasus Afaru is one of Jamaica’s leading Dub Poets with many talents and interests. He is an “edutainer”, bringing his background as a recording reggae artiste together with his work as a dub poet. His recent UK tours involved working in schools, colleges and universities supporting understanding of Black History while exploring ways to live …

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Elephant Man set to perform at Reggae Sumfest

Jamaica’s Energy God, Elephant Man, is set to thrill fans at this year’s Reggae Sumfest, set for 13-19 July in Montego Bay, Jamaica. The Bad Boys Record artist, born O’Neal Bryan, is set to bring his usual high-energy performance to the festival that is undoubtedly the world`s best reggae event. Elephant Man signed with VP …

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Planning for the summer holidays

It’s that time of the year when people who can afford it are off on their holidays, the children are out of school and their boredom threshold has increased to unimaginable levels. Not everyone can afford to take their children on holiday and even if you can they will still be bored when they come …

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