Archbishop Desmond Mpilo Tutu (1931-2021)
Emeritus Archbishop Desmond Mpilo Tutu was the smiling and laughing South African archbishop whose irrepressible personality won him…
WATCH: In the wake of Omicron, could the Covid booster be your greatest gift this Christmas, especially for those with long term health conditions
Just when we thought life was getting easier, Omicron showed up to derail our plans over the Christmas…
The World remembers Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu
He gained prominence through his work as a human rights campaigner. In 1984, he was awarded the Nobel…
Tiarna-Ann Pearce, London Fire Brigade, 2020 – Present
Nicole wanted to be a paramedic from a very young age. She explains ‘I believe this stemmed from…
Half a million streams for Bianca Rose
In 2017 British/Jamaican/Nigerian singer-songwriter Bianca Rose released her debut album ‘No Fear Here’, which has to date received…
WATCH: Trouble in Mind – A radical satire of racism in theatre
In 1950s America, protests for racial equality erupt in the face of voter suppression. On Broadway, Wiletta…
The National Theatre’s new musical Hex based on Sleeping Beauty has just released a highlights recording
It was confirmed however yesterday that performances of Hex have been cancelled until 28 December due to company…
Survey suggests that Black footballers have a 30% greater chance of getting a red card.
Black footballer Emmanuel Bonaventure of Watford tops the list of cards given in the 2021/22 season with a…
WATCH: The Truth About Adoption
This National Adoption Week, as part of the #YouCanAdopt campaign, social care practitioner Sherifa Adenmosun helps to tackle…
WATCH: Stunned silence
This incredible level of competition and commitment – over one of the greatest seasons ever – was always…
WATCH: WE LOVE INDEPENDENT MUSIC
Singer Bianca Rose & Manager Lorretta Andrews realized that more and more independent musicians create their music themselves,…
In the lead up to the festive period, the ‘We are the NHS’ campaign shines a light on the incredible life-saving work of Black frontline workers
Christmas is an exciting time of year but as the weather gets colder, more and more people are…
Ariyon Bakare – From the East End to the National Theatre.
He grew up in the East End of London and was brought up by his Nigerian father. After…
Clive Sullivan- Rugby’s First Black Captain
A Great Britain and Wales international winger, he played with both Hull and Hull Kingston Rovers in his…
When England taught the Yanks how to treat their African Americans
In preparation for the largest amphibious invasion in the history of warfare on 6 June 1944, the American’s…
Adjoa Andoh perhaps better known worldwide as Lady Danbury
Adjoa Andoh, was born in Bristol, England. She is a very successful actress, working in British film, television,…
WATCH: Business guru Tim Campbell and Wellness influencer Vanessa Boachie share their mental health tips for Every Mind Matters
Business guru Tim Campbell and Wellness influencer Vanessa Boachie share their mood boosting tips in a new video…
Eddie Martin Noble (1917-2007)
Born in Jamaica, Noble was brought up primarily by his grandparents. He removed from a predominantly European Jamaican…
WATCH: Top paediatrician answers your questions on Covid-19 and flu vaccines for children
In September, the UK’s Chief Medical Officers recommended vaccinating all 12 to 15 year olds with a first…
History Consultant In Search Of Brent Mother And Son Who Inspired Black History Month In The UK
History consultant Kwaku‘s next Xtra History Session on Zoom on Monday Nov. 29 is entitled ‘The True History…
