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Exhibition showcases how Pakistani families kept in touch through tapes

Image by Asian Express Newspaper They may look old-fashioned now, but cassette tapes once carried voices, love, and family news thousands of miles across the globe, and Bradford’s British Pakistani community is celebrating this long-lost connection with a special new exhibition. The exhibition, ‘Tape Letters’, opened on 22nd May at Bradford 2025’s Loading Bay Gallery […]

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The Dad Project celebrates the silent strength of men and breaks the silence around their mental health

Image by The Dad Project This Father\’s Day, The Dad Project is proud to shine a light on the often-overlooked emotional journeys of men and fathers across the world.  At a time traditionally focused on celebration, The Dad Project offers something deeper: a call to action, a platform for healing, and a powerful reminder that strength also

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Sheffield appoints its first black hijab wearing woman as Lord Mayor

Image by Asian Express Newspaper Sheffield has made history as Safiya Saeed becomes the city’s new Right Worshipful Lord Mayor, the first Black woman wearing a hijab to hold the prestigious title. The 128th person to wear the mayoral chains, Councillor Saeed was officially sworn in at Sheffield City Council’s Annual General Meeting, where her

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Green light as Leed’s support hubs set for relocation

Image by Google Maps A relocation of mental health centres is set to go ahead after a challenge by cllrs was dismissed. The support hubs are set to be moved from their current locations in Armley, Beeston and Lovell Park under cost-saving plans by the council. Fears were raised that moving the centres would leave vulnerable people with too far to travel for support groups

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Universities being equipped with the tools they need to challenge inequity

Image by Asian Express Newspaper A groundbreaking new book, ‘Uncovering Islamophobia in Higher Education: Supporting the success of Muslim students and staff’, offers an in-depth examination of the challenges faced by Muslim individuals within UK universities. Edited by Dr. Maisha Islam (pictured above) and Dr. Arif Mahmud, the volume brings together firsthand accounts and scholarly

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Little Germany eyes bold future as Bradford’s historic quarter begins regeneration

Image by Stevie Campbell Creative Tucked behind Bradford’s main thoroughfares lies Little Germany – a once-thriving mercantile district, now setting its sights on a vibrant new future. Home to more than 55 Grade II listed buildings; Little Germany is one of the UK’s most remarkable architectural enclaves, boasting the highest concentration of protected buildings per

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Community celebration lights up the Bagshaw Museum

Image by Creative Scene In an uplifting weekend of colour, culture and community spirit, Bagshaw Museum in Batley was transformed into a beacon of hope as local residents gathered for a unique programme of events aimed at bringing people together across generations and backgrounds. The “Celebration of Hope” weekend, hosted by arts organisation Creative Scene,

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The best of the Muslim community honoured at prestigious Awards Ceremony

Image by Oceanic Awards Oceanic Awards has officially announced the winners for the 12th edition of the British Muslim Awards 2025. The British Muslim Awards 2025 is one of the most prestigious events in the British Muslim community, recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of British Muslims in various fields. This year’s winners were announced

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Silent march to remember innocent Palestinian child killed by Israeli bullets

Image by Palestine Red Crescent Society As Bradford prepares to commemorate 80 years since the end of the Second World War, local residents in Bradford and across West Yorkshire are coming together to mark the murder of five year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab who was killed along with members of her family after their car

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