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Tributes paid to Asian mum who died in Leicester attack

Image by Leicestershire Police Tributes have poured in for a \’kind-hearted\’ mother who tragically lost her life last week after being attacked in Leicester. Nila Patel (pictured above), 56, a British Indian woman described as a \”beautiful, vibrant soul,\” died in hospital two days after suffering a head injury during an assault on Aylestone Road. […]

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British Pakistan Foundation reflects on legacy and future at 15-Year ‘Forging Forwards’ celebration

Image by wearemediahive The British Pakistan Foundation (BPF) proudly marked its 15th anniversary with a landmark event “Forging Forwards”, held at the prestigious 116 Pall Mall on the 19th of June 2025.  The evening brought together over 150 members, partners, and leaders from across the British Pakistani community to celebrate BPF’s legacy, unveil key research

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We The Women makes UK debut with stories of courage and truth

Image by Barkha Dutt / We The Women / Mojo Story The acclaimed women-led festival We The Women, curated by veteran journalist Barkha Dutt, made its powerful UK debut on June 29 at London’s Riverside Studios.  Presented in partnership with Vedanta, the event brought together transformative voices from India and the British-Indian diaspora, showcasing unfiltered,

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Police may probe anti-Israel comments at Glastonbury

Image by REUTERS/Jaimi Joy British police said they were considering whether to launch an investigation after performers at Glastonbury Festival made anti-Israel comments during their shows. \”We are aware of the comments made by acts on the West Holts Stage at Glastonbury Festival this afternoon,\” Avon and Somerset Police, in western England, said on X

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Children in Care are losing their faith and their stability according to a new survery

Image by Equi The UK care system is facing a crisis. With over 107,000 children currently in care and the number of available foster carers and adopters in sharp decline, vulnerable young people are being left without the stability and support they desperately need.  A new report by leading think tank Equi, titled Faith, Family and the

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Two women walk to give hope to Gaza and grieving parents

Image by Asian Express Newspaper With nothing but backpacks, blister plasters and boundless determination, two women from Leeds have set out on a 107-mile walk to Birmingham – not for glory, but to bring hope to grieving parents in the UK and displaced families in war-torn Gaza. Their mission? To turn every step into a

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Bradford Hospital donation puts big smiles on children’s faces in Pakistan

Image by Asian Express Newspaper A kind-hearted Bradford Hospitals team is helping to put smiles on children’s faces in Pakistan after donating old orthotic equipment to the Khadeejah Children’s Care Centre in Pakistan. Orthotics Clinical Lead, Lisa Buckley, and Orthotist, Biko Bourgeois, were inspired to get involved after a chance meeting with a patient and

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Islamic Relief UK and Newham Community Project deliver Qurbani food packs to vulnerable families

Image by Islamic Relief UK Islamic Relief UK partnered with Newham Community Project this Qurbani to distribute food parcels to vulnerable individuals and families affected by the rising cost-of-living crisis in the London Borough of Newham and surrounding areas. On 20 June 2025, the organisations delivered 300 food packs to support local households, including refugees,

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Successful aesthetician offers free mental health support to women’s safe space for healing

Image by Asian Express Newspaper In a world that often rushes past the quiet struggles of women, one Bradford businesswoman is choosing to pause, listen, and give back. Prity Farooq (pictured above), owner of a successful aesthetic salon for over 20-years, has quietly transformed part of her business into a sanctuary of emotional support. Every

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British Pakistan Foundation celebrates 15 years with landmark event

Image by Asian Express Newspaper The British Pakistan Foundation (BPF) marked a proud milestone on 19th June with its “Forging Forwards” event, held at the historic 116 Pall Mall in central London. The evening brought together over 150 people from across the British Pakistani community to celebrate 15 years of progress, unity, and leadership. The

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