As Leeds continues to build on its ever-growing reputation as the ‘capital of the north’, exciting investment opportunities continue to arise with a helping hand from Parklane Properties.
Established for over 25 years, the Parklane group are the number one estate agents in Leeds city centre with an ever growing award-winning portfolio of properties for tenants and investors.
Amongst them is...
There are some things in life that are quintessentially British – the Royal Family, a cup of tea and of course Fish and Chips.
In Bradford, one restaurant has proudly served up the latter two for almost half a century and with every meal fit for royalty, they certainly tick all the boxes.
Fish Dish is Bradford’s favourite chippie, and has...
Whether you are looking for a unique gift for a special friend or a piece of art to act as a focal point in your home or office, Artz-I has the perfect contemporary or classic Islamic design for you.
With an expansive showroom exhibiting over 100 pieces of intricate art, the Bradford-based business has quickly established itself as a reputable...
With the new school year now upon us, there has never been a better time for children to secure the afterschool care they deserve and in Bradford; one name stands out above the rest.
Raising Explorers is the city’s leading Ofsted-approved out-of-school learning club, merging extra-curricular and religious education in a safe environment that is fun for all involved.
Headed by...
Two determined fundraisers from Leeds are preparing for the ‘tallest’ challenge of their lives next month as they fall from 15,000ft in aid of local charities.
Bhranti Naik, from Adel, and Zara Nasir, from Chapel Allerton, will complete their first-ever skydive on 18th October as part of the Give a Gift initiative.
Raising funds for the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund at...
A person’s hair is so often key to their identity, with luscious locks or stylish finishes helping to cap off that individual appearance they most desire.
Unfortunately, hair loss is also a very real problem in the UK affecting hundreds of thousands of people every year, making that once ‘signature look’ a thing of the past.
Thankfully now, for...
After months of construction, refurbishment and renovations, the ‘weight’ is finally over for the launch of Bradford’s newest ladies only gym with the official opening of Listers Health.
Located at the iconic Lister Mills, the modern gym and wellbeing centre boasts all the latest Life Fitness equipment required to help you reach your personal goals, whatever they may be.
From running...
A teenager from Bradford made his first appearance at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates' Court earlier this week, charged with causing the death of 15-year-old Saliq Malik by dangerous driving.
18-year-old Syed Khan, of Kimberley Street, Bradford Moor, was driving the Volkswagen Golf GTI on 12th September last year with Saliq as a passenger.
The vehicle collided with a wall and lamppost...
A court has convicted 12 men of planning several blasts on crowded commuter trains in the financial capital of Mumbai in 2006, which killed more than 180 people ,wounded hundreds more.
Indian police blame the attack, in which seven bombs exploded during the evening rush hour on a network that carries about seven million passengers each day, on disaffected Muslims,...
The stunning Serena Kern returns with a brand new track 'Pied Piper' taken from her forthcoming EP 'Espionage'.
The half-Swiss half-Indian beauty has enjoyed great success over the past couple of years with her EP's 'I Lied' and 'My Promise'. Serena has worked with globally recognised musicians and her last EP 'Dream' was produced by the internationally acclaimed music producer...
Striving actor raises staggering £15,000 to fund his own movie in Sri Lanka
After standing outside Waterloo station for a month, a 23-year-old prospective actor managed to raise a significant £15,000 from the people who 'threw money' at him whilst he held a sign saying 'please support me'.
Kiran Rai, from Nottingham, was set to appear in an Indian film production...
The future of Pakistan’s fire and rescue services are being shaped right here in Britain as a team of English professionals continue to train up the next generation of fire-fighters.
Spearheaded by the Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA), the training project was officially launched last year after a group of representatives flew out to the Punjab region for a fact...
Around 3,000 people headed down to the annual Yorkshire Sikh Mela in Huddersfield last weekend as crowds were wowed by traditional Gatka displays, birds of prey demonstrations and even an American SWAT team appearance.
Now in its fifth year, the free event is organised by the Sikh Youth Sports Foundation, and welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds to...
The nephew of one of Bollywood’s biggest veterans – Dharmendra, had caused quite a stir after talking about sex.
The rising star, who joined ‘filmistan’ in 2005, has been described by critics ‘as an actor who continuously understands how to play complex characters’. But Abhay, who recently broke-up with longtime girlfriend Preeti Desai, raised some eyebrows with his post on...
Deadline extended to nominate your business
Whether it is a wedding planner or a photographer who helped make your special day so perfect, now is the time to say ‘thank you’ and nominate them for a British Asian Wedding Award.
The BAWAs have become one of the most prestigious annual events in the industry, celebrating the finest Asian wedding service providers...
Leeds graduate embarks on trip to support Kos refugees
A university graduate from Leeds is set to travel to Kos this month to provide support and essential supplies to the many refugees arriving each day on the Greek island.
April Humble graduated with a Peace and Conflict Resolution degree from Leeds Beckett in 2012 and will be giving on-the-ground support later...
‘City of Sanctuary’ politicians urge nation’s leaders to act now
As the world continues to react to the shocking image of a young child refugee washed up on a Turkish beach, politicians in Bradford have been voicing their support for Britain to take in more refugees.
On Friday, Bradford West MP Naz Shah called on Prime Minister David Cameron to take...
Charity expands outreach to help feed society’s most vulnerable
A successful charity project in Bradford, which provides two-course meals to the city’s most vulnerable every week, has expanded its operations in a bid to help even more communities.
The Curry Circle, which initially launched in December 2013, launched its latest site in Keighley on Monday 24th August.
Having already served up over...
Fat Vat scheme set for wider roll out thanks to cash
A successful recycling project in Bradford is to be expanded into new areas across the city as the bio-fuel potential of waste cooking oil is harnessed and sewers are protected.
The ‘Fats to Fuels’ initiative is being led by the Karmand Community Centre, in Bradford Moor, with Yorkshire Water...
September date set for return of annual fundraiser
Following on from the success of last year’s Give a Gift 5k run and walk, the annual fundraiser is set to return to Roundhay Park later this month as running shoes are once again dusted off for charity.
Over £8,000 has been raised from the event over the past two years, with all...
