Charity wants all children to aim for university
The University of Leeds has joined up with a national charity in the hope of giving every young person the chance to experience what university is really like.
IntoUniversity has established the Leeds East Centre in Harehills where children from the age of seven up to sixth formers are able to receive special...
Concerns rising as town faces unprecedented Islamophobia
“When news broke of Jimmy Saville’s paedophilic crimes, the media didn’t say or suspect that anyone working for the BBC in the 1960s and 70’s who was white and of a certain age were grooming children.”
“The increased sexualisation of youngsters through explicit music videos and sexting, selfies and Instagram may be fuelling child...
New name tops 2014 list of baby names
With the diversity of Britain’s residents continuing to expand year-on-year, statistics released earlier this week have highlighted the Islamic name of ‘Mohammed’ as the most popular amongst newborn Brits.
Knocking 2013’s most popular choice, Oliver, off top spot, Mohammed leaped 27 positions into the most favoured position, above more traditional names such as...
Lack of enforced regulation putting children at risk
A leading medic in Pakistan is warning that the news of 10 children from the South Asian nation, who tested positive for HIV this week after receiving blood transfusions, could be ‘just the top of the iceberg’ with many more likely to have contracted the disease.
After the news was revealed on Thursday,...
Turning empty spaces into private prayer rooms
A prayer room is no longer a luxury which few households can accommodate, with new design and conversion ideas making the quiet space a room which has the possibility of being seen nearly everywhere.
For those who still believe their home is one of very few which cannot have a prayer room developed on...
The perfect venue for all occasions this winter
On 4th December 2009, Hasan’s Restaurant on Kirkstall Road opened its doors for the first time, bringing with it a unique taste of the Punjab that the city had never experienced before.
And now, with the much-loved restaurant celebrating its five-year anniversary last week, owner and Chef Hasan Chaudhry, wants to thank all...
Finding the leaders of tomorrow, today
The Accredited Junior Fellowship Programme (JFP) is a personal development training programme offered to young people who are currently in Year 10 at their school.
It has been successfully running in Leeds since 2003 and is designed to develop confident, articulate and responsible citizens who have the academic abilities and personal skills that employers are...
The trial of the hit and run case which is going on has taken a new twist. Salman Khan’s blood alcohol levels were found to be much more than the permissible limit. Translation: he was drunk when he drove onto those people.
The permissible limits were only 30 mg whereas Salman’s blood sample was found to have a whole 63...
Aston Martin debuts its very unique DB10 for 007
An Aston Martin, which was created specifically for the new Bond film demonstrates the breadth of the brands’ bespoke capabilities.
Aston Martin together with EON Productions, the producers of the James Bond film franchise, unveiled Bond’s stunning new car, the Aston Martin DB10, on the 007 stage at Pinewood Studios.
The luxury British...
Leicestershire CCC chief exec sets targets ahead of action packed 2015
County cricket may be at the back of many people’s minds at this time of year yet for Leicestershire’s new head, plans are already well underway for the 2015 campaign.
Wasim Khan MBE was appointed as the Midlands’ club’s chief executive at the end of October, laying out his plans...
Khan determined to continue in build-up to ring return
After last weekend’s scheduled fight was forced to be cancelled at the eleventh hour, local boxer Tasif Khan vows to come back stronger after failing to find a replacement opponent.
It was to be a long-awaited ring return for the super-bantamweight competitor who had been out of action for more than two...
Sporting bodies come together to tackle under-representation
One hundred and fifty people from across the sports sector and BME professionals, gathered at the House of Lords last month in an attempt to ‘diversify the boardroom’.
Currently in Britain, only three per cent of people serving on the boards of the nation’s sporting bodies are from BME communities, whilst 30 sports have...
Journalists-of-tomorrow learn all about news
A group of enthusiastic children from a Leeds primary school turned into junior reporters last week as they learned all about the newspaper industry, with a little help from the Asian Express.
As part of the national Children Takeover Day, Managing Editor of the Asian Express, Andleeb Hanif, met with pupils from Iveson Primary School where...
Students protest for ‘Protection’ for women
Students in Bradford held two demonstrations earlier this week as they protested for both the physical and emotional safety on the Great Horton campuses of the city’s university and college.
Tying in with the International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women, on Tuesday 25th November, a group of academics held banners and spoke of...
12-year-old lands role alongside Michael Palin, just seven days after he started acting
Television may be one of the hardest industries to break into yet a 12-year-old from Bradford has certainly made it look easy after being cast in a major BBC drama after just one week of acting classes.
Ubayd Rehman, from Eccleshill, is starring alongside the likes of world...
‘Infertility’ – what a harsh sounding word this is and heartbreaking when you dream of having a family.
A young Bradford couple, Mr and Mrs Y (name not disclosed), who’ve been married for just a few years were recently given the news that they needed an egg donor due to the wife’s premature ovarian failure (POF).
This means Mrs Y can...
Maulana Tariq Jameel prepares to deliver second sermon in city
A world-renowned scholar is set to return to Bradford next month following the success of his inaugural visit earlier this year.
Maulana Tariq Jameel is due to arrive in the city to address guests at a special invitation-only event at a secret location, promoting tolerance and unity in the wider society.
Respected...
Scrumptious gifts to be delivered at Christmas
A pair of generous fundraisers are aiming to bring a smile to the faces of children in local hospitals by giving them a sweet treat this Christmas.
Sarah Royal, from Idle, Bradford, and Qais Ashfaq, from Leeds, are currently collecting selection boxes for the children’s ward at Bradford Royal Infirmary.
Following a similar campaign held...
Author shows parents how to swap plain food with flavourful dishes for happier children
A British Asian mum’s book, which sits at number three in Amazon’s Best Sellers list, has just been awarded the BizzieBaby Gold Award.
Zainab Jagot Ahmed, who recently moved to Leicester after 10 years in London, spotted a gap in the market for Indian-inspired dishes for children...
Free bikes handed out to pupils in Bradford
Pupils at a primary school in Bradford have been climbing into the saddles of their new bikes this week after being given a free set of wheels by a local community group.
More than 25 Children from Lapage Primary School’s Nursery were just the latest recipients of bikes from the On Trak team’s...
