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Changing Faces
A leading Black British actor has revealed he believes the UK is ‘no better’ when it comes to racism than it was in the 1970s. We take an in-depth look at the changing face of the issue amid DEI controversy and the rise of the far right and ask are things really any different?
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Changing Faces
A leading Black British actor has revealed he believes the UK is ‘no better’ when it comes to racism than it was in the 1970s. We take an in-depth look at the changing face of the issue amid DEI controversy and the rise of the far right and ask are things really any…
It ay! What does or doesn’t count as the Black Country
Forget Marmite and whether milk goes in a cuppa ‘tay’ before or after the teabag comes out, there’s no almighty row quite like that of where exactly is the Black Country? As someone rearing from the heart of the holy land, in Tipton, there was never any doubt my home…
UK soul legends unite for launch of life-changing foundation for aspiring musicians
Soul icon Beverley Knight, already a vocal advocate for greater opportunities in music, has a new role as ambassador to a foundation set up in memory of her musical director and guitarist Paul ‘Reidy’ Reid. She was joined by trailblazers Don-E and Junior Giscombe in a…
Why I Love: The Devil Wears Prada
Former executive assistant Skevi Constantinou has watched the original The Devil Wears Prada film more than 50 times. After relating to the main character and sharing similar experiences with her own ‘Miranda Priestly’ she’s sharing her love for the iconic tale. Skevi…
Spectral Intercourse in Wolverhampton: Clinton Baptiste proves he’s still comedy’s favourite medium
Spectral Intercourse in Wolverhampton: Clinton Baptiste proves he’s still comedy’s favourite medium I’m getting the word… side‑splitting. I laughed uncontrollably at Clinton Baptiste and his support act Barry from Watford. I never saw that coming. As a Phoenix Nights…
I stayed on a Shropshire country farm and began to feel like me again
Review: Morrell’s Wood Farm, Leighton, Shropshire A restful break on the edge of Shrewsbury promised peace. It brought something deeper. Morrells Wood Farm helped quieten my anxious brain, writes editor, Linda Aitchison. I didn’t go looking for happiness. I went…
Q&A with Alison Brinkworth
Q&A with our writer Alison Brinkworth. As a journalist from the Black Country, I know only too well how enriched this region is with fascinating, creative people and talent. I’ve spent 30 years writing professionally but it’s always been the interviews and reviews…