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Killing Eve’s Sandra Oh discusses why she is used to being “the sole Asian person” on set
She has talked about the racism still prevalent in UK television.
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Janelle Monáe reveals “triggering” story behind new Antebellum trailer
“We were filming most of the stuff at night on a plantation, and I felt everything.”
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Tiffany Haddish says she “lost a little bit of my soul” after being raped by police cadet
“I had to learn revenge is not really where it’s at.”
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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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“How it feels to be a black woman teaching anti-racism courses right now”
“Through the heartbreak people are waking up to racial justice and my tripled Instagram followers proves it.”
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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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Life
15 podcasts that focus on compelling discussions around race
Because we are all part of this conversation.
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People
Beyoncé calls for justice in moving open letter about Breonna Taylor
“[You must] demonstrate the value of a Black woman’s life,” she writes.
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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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How a popular baby names website took a stand for #BlackLivesMatter
“Each of these names was somebody’s baby.”
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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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Reni Eddo-Lodge shares how she feels about becoming the first black woman to top non-fiction chart
“Can’t help but be dismayed by this,” she wrote.
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Sugababes’ Keisha Buchanan on what it’s like to be the only black woman in a band
“I wasn’t allowed to be upset, I wasn’t allowed to have an opinion.”
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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.”
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The coronavirus crisis is having a disproportionate impact on BAME women, new research has confirmed
A new report from the Fawcett Society has revealed that the pandemic is having a greater impact on BAME women than white women.
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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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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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Leigh-Anne Pinnock speaks openly about her experiences of racism in an emotional new video
“Too often black people are reminded how far we have come as opposed to how far we can go.”
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