The bespoke furniture specialists
Bored of the same furniture designs everywhere you go or want to experiment with a unique twist? Well look no further than Home Design Upholstery for all your tailored and bespoke needs.
Setup three years ago, the Bradford business is a hidden gem in the city, providing homes, restaurants and even hairdressers with individual furnishings perfect for...
Hair, Scalp and Beauty Clinic
For the past 22 years one beauty clinic in Bradford has been at the forefront of the cosmetic industry, bringing all the latest and innovative treatments to West Yorkshire.
Now, with its own expansive product line, classes for future beauticians and treatments exclusively available onsite, Arora Hair Scalp and Beauty remains the city’s top clinic.
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Diabetes event raises awareness in ‘at risk’ communities
It is a statistic which ‘leaders have failed to address’ according to one doctor, as diabetes continues to prove to be a silent killer prevalent amongst South Asian communities every year.
In an event organised in Bradford last week, guest speakers and members of the public gathered to discuss the issues surrounding the...
Bringing Desi food to the heart of Bradford
Four years ago, Lahori Karahi and Chargha opened the doors to its first flagship restaurant in Manchester, bringing a new taste of the Asian continent to a city which had never experienced such flavours before.
Now, after establishing itself as a leader in south Asian cuisine, Lahori has arrived in Bradford and looks...
Bringing a new dining experience to Bradford
From travelling the world to featuring on the front cover of Forbes Magazine, Liva Alberta has achieved a lot in her life yet her latest project is taking place a little closer to home.
Bradford’s Berries, Bagels and Shakes is the realisation of a dream come true for the established entrepreneur who has long...
Former Bulls owner claims victory against administrator
After being branded a ‘thief’ by some, Omar Khan says it was a ‘huge relief’ when a High Court ruled in his favour last week as he continues the fight to clear his name following his ownership of Bradford Bulls.
The Rugby League outfit were within 30 minutes of ceasing to exist when Mr...
Evening of dance raises £30,000 for hospice
Fundraisers laced up their dancing shoes last weekend as the ‘Martin House Strictly Get Dancing’ event returned to Wetherby for a night of waltzing and tango.
Fifteen couples competed for this year’s crown in front of a crowd of more than 400 as they danced the night away on Saturday 28th February.
After showcasing their...
A local optometrist says he hopes to set up an eye surgery in one of the most poverty-stricken areas of Sudan in the future as he prepares for his first aid mission later this month.
Ishtiyak Mahomed, from Thornton, will be travelling to the African nation on 15th March as part of a convoy from the Mercy Mission charity.
There, he...
New criminal sanctions for those who fail to protect children from sexual exploitation are at the heart of a package of new measures announced by the Prime Minister, David Cameron.
The government says it will consult on extending the new criminal offence of ‘wilful neglect’ of patients to children’s social care, education and elected members as part of its national...
Flying five fall from the skies
A group of high-flying fundraisers took the saying ‘the sky’s the limit’ to a whole new level last week as they took part in a charity skydive for a Bradford project.
In total, five brave volunteers headed to Hibaldstow, North Lincolnshire, to complete the nerve-wrecking challenge as they raised funds for the Woolly Winter Appeal...
Bradfordian to stand in general elections
Following the resignation of Bradford West’s Labour candidate just four days into her role, the political party has selected Naz Shah, to stand against George Galloway in the general elections.
Mrs Shah, born and raised in Bradford, said it was a ‘proud’ moment to have been chosen and says unlike her predecessor, she knows the...
Calls for new legislation following mosque invaders
Britain First members who marched into Mosques in Bradford will not face any charges, the Crown Prosecution Service has revealed, sparking a call for greater protection for places of worship.
Representatives from the far-right group entered the sites in May last year where they handed out British army bibles, leaflets, and told people to...
Prestigious award for Kirklees worker
Over the past 25 years, Habiban Zaman has worked tirelessly to promote community cohesion across Kirklees with her efforts even recognised by her majesty the Queen last year in her annual Birthday List.
Less than 12 months later, and the mother-of-one from Dewsbury is now planning her next trip to the capital after being awarded...
IPCC rules West Yorkshire officers not at fault
The shocking death of a four-year-old in Bradford could not have been prevented or predicted by police, the forces watchdog has ruled.
Hamza Khan’s body was found decomposed in a cot at the family home in 2011 after he was left to starve to death in 2009 by his mother, Amanda Hutton.
Hutton was...
New library facilities for primary pupils
A Dewsbury school celebrated the official opening of its new library last week whilst similar services in the area continue to be under threat of closure.
The official launch of Carlton Primary School’s latest facilities occurred on Wednesday 4th March when Dewsbury Rams mascot, Roger Ram, was on hand to officially cut the proverbial ribbon...
IS militants target cultural sites in ‘catastrophic’ attack
The Islamic State have been accused of ‘defying the will of the world’ after militants attacked cultural landmarks across Iraq in videos uploaded to the internet in recent weeks.
In the initial footage at the country’s Mosul museum, statues are shown being smashed and pushed to the ground, whilst other items are hacked...
Colourful scenes welcome in Spring
Vibrant colours fill the sky, skin and clothes are turned every shade possible, and thousands flock to the streets to celebrate – it can all only mean one thing that Holi is upon us.
The holiday, also known as the festival of colour, was celebrated around the world last week with people heading to the streets...
Investigation continues into death of secular blogger, killed by machete- wielding assailant
America’s top crime agency has been called in to help investigate the murder of an American-Bangladeshi who was hacked to death in Dhaka last month.
Avijit Roy, an atheist blogger and engineer of Bangladeshi origin, was killed by machete-wielding assailants on Thursday 26th February as he returned from a...
Algeria's parliament passed a law on 5th March criminalising violence against women, in a move criticised by both Islamist lawmakers as well as Amnesty International.
The law makes inflicting injury on one's spouse punishable with up to 20 years in prison, and allows a judge to hand down life sentences for domestic violence resulting in death.
The bill passed in a...
City’s tech-whizzes triumph in countywide competition
A team of business-savvy students from Leeds proved they were the real deal when it comes to innovation last week as they won the best app award at the Yorkshire Coca-Cola Enterprises Real Business Challenge.
The eight girls, all in Y10 at the Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) had previously qualified for the Yorkshire finals,...
