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Long ReadsHow hashtags have played a crucial role in Black women’s activism online
Life15 podcasts that focus on compelling discussions around race
BooksThe Purpose of Power: Alicia Garza’s book gets October 2020 publish date
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Life
Independent UK bookshops dedicated to showcasing Black authors to support now
Diverse bookshops to order online from and pay a visit when you can.
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- Megan Murray
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People
If you listen to one thing this weekend, make sure it’s Michelle Obama’s podcast
Her first guest is pretty exciting.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Food
This beautiful charity cookbook features over 100 recipes by people of colour
Community Comfort is a stunning compilation of recipes from around the world – and it’s supporting BAME families affected by Covid-19 in the UK.
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- Moya Crockett
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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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- Helen Bownass
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Best new TV this week: including the BBC's timely dramatisation of The Salisbury Poisonings
Entertainment Director Helen Bownass on everything to watch and stream this week.
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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People
Adele’s George Floyd tribute is a vital reminder that “this isn’t only about America”
The singer shared a message on Instagram
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- Hollie Richardson
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Opinion
Black Lives Matter protests: “I can’t bring myself to post a photo of George Floyd on Instagram”
Why one woman is struggling to mourn another black person killed by a white police officer on social media.
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- Jazmin Kopotsha
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Long Reads
Why are black women so much more likely to die with Covid-19?
“It hurts like hell, but I’m not surprised the pandemic has hit my community so badly”
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- Jazmin Kopotsha
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Long Reads
“What I learned from two years of joint therapy with my mum”
After DNA tests revealed she wasn’t related to her late father, Georgina Lawton found therapy was the only way to heal the rift between her and her mother
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- Georgina Lawton
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Books
Your guide to 2020’s best non-fiction books
From investigations into domestic violence to essays on modern life, these are 2020's best non-fiction books.
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- Sarah Shaffi
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- Elena Chabo
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Oscars 2020: true story behind this award-winning short film celebrating natural hair
You need to watch Hair Love, a true celebration of afro hair and black fathers.
People
The BBC just confused Marsha de Cordova for another MP, and it’s really not OK
Dawn Butler had to call out the mistake.
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- Hollie Richardson
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People
Meet Melina Matsoukas, the music video director behind Queen & Slim
“I wanted to create the experience of being pulled over by the police and not knowing if you’ll live or not. That is a reality of our daily existence.”
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- Colin Crummy
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People
Sex Education 2’s Ncuti Gatwa on why the barbershop is his happy place
“The barbershop is a place for black men to socialise, catch up and bond,” he explains.
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- Colin Crummy
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People
The reactions to Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu’s white privilege interviews only prove her point
She appeared on GMB and This Morning.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Win
Win a trip for four to The Cheltenham Festival in March worth over £1,000
and ensure you have an unforgettable day at the home of Jump Racing
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- The Jockey Club Cheltenham
People
Reni Eddo-Lodge on how to navigate conversations about race in 2020
“There’s this weird polarisation of anti-racism and feminism in pop culture, when politically things feel further to the right than ever before.”
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- Lauren Geall
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- Christobel Hastings
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Lena Waithe’s new film is taking on police brutality in a powerful way
Make way for the black Bonnie & Clyde.
People
Gemma Chan doesn’t want to answer questions about her race anymore, for this powerful reason
She stars in I Am Hannah next week.
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- Hollie Richardson
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