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Alexandra Burke shares her experience of “heartbreaking” racism in the music industry
The X Factor star says she was told to bleach her skin “to look whiter”.
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People
Stormzy’s statement behind his £10m donation to fight racial inequality is a vital read
The rapper has made an important pledge following George Floyd's death.
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- Hollie Richardson
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People
How a popular baby names website took a stand for #BlackLivesMatter
“Each of these names was somebody’s baby.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Life
17 UK anti-racism charities and organisations you can support right now
Looking for a way to be a better ally? Start here.
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- Lauren Geall
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Alicia Keys, Beyoncé, and Michelle Obama join forces to rally and inspire young people
“We won’t solve anything if we’re only willing to do what’s easiest.”
People
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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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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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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Over a million people have signed the ‘Justice for Belly Mujinga’ petition
Belly Mujinga died of Covid-19 after she was spat on at work at London’s Victoria station.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
Regina King recalls why her son’s driving lessons were different to those of his white friends
And everybody should listen to it.
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- Hollie Richardson
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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.”
Life
30 things to watch on Netflix that put black people front and centre
From Ava DuVernay’s 13th to The Incredible Jessica James.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
Dame Donna Kinnair describes the racism nurses face everyday
“Just look at the health of our nation and that will tell you about some of the structural inequalities that we have.”
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- Hollie Richardson
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Fashion
13 brilliant black-owned fashion brands for your shopping list
Begin making a change by getting to know these black-owned fashion brands
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- Billie Bhatia
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People
Meghan Markle responds to George Floyd’s killing in a powerful new address
The Duchess of Sussex reflected on recent events in an address to students at her former school.
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- Lauren Geall
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People
John Boyega’s impassioned speech during London’s anti-racism protests is essential listening
“I need you to understand how painful it is to be reminded every day that your race means nothing.”
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- Lauren Geall
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People
Yara Shahidi just perfectly explained why you shouldn’t call George Floyd’s killing “unprecedented”
“This is not an unprecedented moment. At this point, this is precedent.”
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“The uncomfortable reality of talking to my white friends about George Floyd”
“As a black woman I am ready to let go of the white friendships who have met me and my pain with silence over the last week.”
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“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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