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Leona Lewis’ story about her confrontation with a white store owner is a must-read
If you don’t think racism is a problem in the UK, you need to listen to what Leona Lewis has to say.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Sophie Turner responds to those criticising her decision to attend anti-racism protest
“Justice will be done when society reflects our beliefs that we are all equal. Until then there should be no peace.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Mel B explains why it’s so hurtful when white people say they “don’t see colour”
In a revealing interview, the Spice Girls star has revealed what it’s like to be “the only brown girl in the room”.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Serena Williams has a message for those who think she’s responsible for Alexis Ohanian’s resignation
The couple sat down during an Instagram Live to candidly discuss Alexis’ powerful decision to resign from Reddit.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Ellen Pompeo wants to know why police are carrying machine guns at anti-racism protests
“At the Women’s March, there were no machine guns. At Pride marches, there were no machine guns. But the Black Lives Matter march? Machine guns everywhere.”
People
“He will never see her grow up”: mother of George Floyd’s daughter gives moving speech
“He was good. No matter what anybody thinks, he was good.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Clara Amfo’s powerful Radio 1 statement has gone viral – and we all need to listen to it
The presenter broke down as she told listeners how her mental health has been impacted by George Floyd’s murder at the hands of a white police officer.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
This is what Barack Obama would like us to do next
The former president of America has shared guidance on how to create change.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Jameela Jamil is sick of celebrities “gaslighting” people over police brutality
“Until we see appropriate justice served to the MURDERING, abusive bad cops, I just don’t feel like hearing about the good cops.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Billie Eilish calls out “all lives matter” supporters in powerful Instagram post
The singer used her platform to raise awareness in the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder.
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- Lauren Geall
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Beyonce calls for change in a powerful video message – this is how you can help
The singer feels “broken and disgusted” by the George Floyd’s death.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu responds to Donald Trump’s censored tweets over Minneapolis riots
“How many more of these racist attacks must black people take for there to be change?”
Life
Netflix’s The Innocence Files powerfully flips the true crime genre on its head
“These stories expose difficult truths about the state of America’s deeply flawed criminal justice system.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
Yes, you’re damn right Stacey Abrams wants to be vice president
When asked about her dream to make it to The White House, the politician’s response was crystal clear.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Life
J.Lo and Shakira’s Super Bowl show celebrates diversity in the face of Trump’s America
"We are ALL seen in that moment."
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- Megan Murray
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People
Taylor Swift’s Miss Americana trailer shows how the singer finally found her voice
The Netflix documentary will look at Swift’s big political year.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Travel
The best locations to book a city break this month
January getaways are on the rise.
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- Megan Murray
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Life
Thanksgiving 2019: what it’s like to celebrate the holiday as an expat
“Oh man, do I miss the stuffing!”
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- Jessica Rapana
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Travel
Chicago travel inspiration: discover America’s capital of cool
The windy city is all hip hotels and sultry jazz clubs
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- Hannah Keegan
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