Mayors accuse government of undermining regional growth as not a single northern institution is chosen
Northern leaders, including the Mayor West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, have criticised the government for breaching its pledge to ‘level up’ the country after it was revealed that no universities in the North of...
Sport
‘Beyond’ the finish line: European athletics championships announces game-changing community impact programme
Birmingham 2026 Impact Launch at Alexander Stadium on the 29th July 2025. Photo credit: Sam Mellish / British Athletics
With just over a year to go before the starting gun fires at the European Athletics Championships, Birmingham 2026 is already sprinting out of the blocks - not with medals in sight, but with...
News
Asian Restaurants and Takeaway Awards 2025: Regional Finalists Announced Ahead of October Ceremony
Annual Award Ceremony to Honour the UK’s Top Asian Restaurants “Oscars of the Curry Industry” - BBC & Sky
The top ten shortlisted Asian restaurants and takeaways across UK regions have been unveiled for the annual Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA), the most prestigious celebration of pan Asian...
In today’s fast-paced world, stress, anxiety, and emotional strain have sadly become the norm for many - especially for women juggling work, family, and cultural expectations.
But what if we told you that just like a good skincare routine, you can take care of your inner self too? Counselling...
Entertainment
From Pakistan to the UK: A Musical Celebration of South Asian Creativity at the Barbican
The Barbican continues its commitment to platforming South Asian voices with a one-night-only event that speaks directly to the UK’s richly diverse diaspora.
On 3 October, audiences will be transported across borders and generations by the distinctive sounds of Ustad Noor Bakhsh, a revered master of the benju (a...
Starring celebrated actors Golda Rosheuvel (Bridgerton) and Letitia Wright (Black Panther), Not Your Superwoman, a world premiere production from Emma Dennis-Edwards, directed by Lynette Linton (Shifters), opens at Bush Theatre, London on 6 September (press night 12 September). Due to the huge demand for tickets, two months before opening, the play has already been extended...
Pooja Kanda with her son Ronan, who was stabbed to death
Knife crime in the West Midlands has fallen significantly following targeted police action and new legislation aimed at tackling violence.
West Midlands Police (WMP) reported a 25% drop in knife-enabled robberies since October 2024, with serious youth violence offences...
Cliffe Castle Park in Keighley is marking its 75th birthday with a free celebration on Saturday 9 August from 12pm to 6pm.
Organised by Bradford Council, local community members and Bradford 2025, the event invites families from across the district to enjoy an afternoon of music, dance, art and...
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‘I’ve never been so ashamed to be a journalist’: Report exposes widespread discrimination faced by Muslim women in UK mainstream media
A major new report has exposed the scale of discrimination, exclusion and emotional distress experienced by Muslim women working across the British media industry, with many considering leaving the sector entirely.
The report, ‘Muslim Women in Media: Breaking Barriers, Bearing the Burden’, published by the Centre for Media Monitoring...
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The ultimate family entertainer, Son of Sardaar 2, is all set to storm into cinemas this 1st of August! As fans count down the days to this laughter-packed spectacle, the star cast adds to the excitement with a candid roundtable where they spill hilarious behind-the-scenes moments and share heartwarming stories from...
Diljit Dosanjh’s latest Punjabi blockbuster is smashing records abroad, but political tensions have barred its release at home.
Diljit Dosanjh is no stranger to making history. Whether it’s filling stadiums across the globe or becoming the first Indian artist to headline 'Coachella', the multi-talented Punjabi star continues to redefine boundaries in entertainment.
Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Tuesday 28th July, drew attention to the starvation in blockaded Gaza, which has been under Israel’s relentless attacks for 22 months now, saying that Gaza shows scenes “worse than Nazi camps” with people being starved and deprived of water before the world’s eyes, Anadolu reports.
Many people come to the UK whether through work, study, or joining family. If you’ve put down roots and want to stay for the long term, it’s important to understand the steps that lead to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and British citizenship (naturalisation) - and how to...
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From cakes to compassion: The rise of a ‘Muskorteer’ – how Nadeem Malik mobilised a volunteer army to transform lives
Once just a humble volunteer with a big heart, Nadeem Malik has now become the face of a fundraising movement that’s quite literally taken the cake.
It all started in the summer of 2016. Nadeem, then a fresh-faced volunteer, joined the Muskorteers - a charitable team powered by UK-based...
British Muslim Trust awarded government funding to tackle rise in anti-Muslim hate
The British Muslim Trust (BMT) has been selected to lead a new government initiative aimed at tackling the record rise in anti-Muslim hatred across England.
This comes following the gap left by the...
Question: We all know that you have been trained in classical music, which is pretty rare in today's pop space. Are you the first one in your family? How did this journey start for you?
Answer: I have been fortunate enough to have been trained properly in Hindustani classical...
The National Theatre today releases the first look at the world premiere of The Estate, the remarkable debut play by Shaan Sahota, directed by Daniel Raggett (Accidental Death of an Anarchist). BAFTA winning actor Adeel Akhtar (Fool Me Once) plays Angad, an ambitious politician in this razor-sharp exploration of family, power and...
On Sunday 13th July 2025, more than 350 guests gathered in Yorkshire for what many are now calling a defining moment in the region’s push for gender equity and inclusive leadership.
The BPA Empowering Women (#BPAEW) awards, hosted in the grand ballroom of Cedar Court Hotel, Bradford, was far...
Ifzal Hussain (Pic: WYP)
A man from Bradford has been sentenced to 18 years for raping a woman in a Bradford Park.
Ifzal Hussain aged 35 of Lynfield Drive was found guilty rape and sexual assault on at Bradford Crown Court. On 17th July 2025, he was sentenced to...
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Following the release of Pehla Tu Duja Tu, the makers of Son of Sardaar 2 have dropped their next track – a vibrant wedding number called Nachdi.
Featuring Mrunal Thakur and Ajay Devgn, the song bursts with energy and celebration,...

























