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Jaki Graham
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That time we caught up with the Queen of British Soul: Jaki Graham

  • 17th July 2018
  • by Joy Joses
As the first black British female solo artist to have six consecutive Top 20 hits, Jaki Graham firmly…
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Perimenopause
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Mood swings, low libido and tiredness? It could be perimenopause!

  • 16th July 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Everyone knows about menopause, that ‘special’ time in a woman’s life when she has reached a certain age.…
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Beso London
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Restaurant Review: A Moorish experience at Beso London

  • 16th July 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Celebrated Moroccan chef, Khalid Dahbi, introduces a fresh new take on Moorish cuisine with the launch of his…
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Oslo in Hackney
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Restaurant Review: What to eat at Oslo, Hackney

  • 9th July 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Nestled under the arches of the Hackney Central Overground station is the buzzing bar and live music venue…
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Vanessa Kingori
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What you need to learn from British Vogue’s first female publishing director

  • 6th July 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Her job is to manage brands, people and bring in the money! Vanessa Kingori, British Vogue’s Publishing Director,…
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Self-love
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How To Welcome Self-love Into Your Life: Practical tips

  • 5th July 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Yes, you’re a “strong black woman”, but how can you make sure that you’re not running on empty?…
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Nadiya Hussein
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Why Nadiya Hussain doesn’t play by the rules when it comes to food

  • 28th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
We’re huge fans of Nadiya Hussain. She’s won Bake Off, put out a slew of cookbooks, is a…
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Rihanna eye makeup
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What you need to know about Rihanna’s new Fenty Beauty eye make-up range

  • 27th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Rihanna just doesn’t seem to want our wallets to be safe. Not only has she blessed the world…
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Letitia Wright
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Black Panther’s Letitia Wright helps recruit girls into STEM subjects

  • 27th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
With her sharp wit, humour and intelligence, (yep, she is officially the smartest person in the Marvel universe),…
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Precious Lifestyle Awards
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We’re rooting for everybody fabulous! Precious Lifestyle Awards 2018

  • 26th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Sisters are doing it for themselves! Hands up if you, or someone in your close circle of friends…
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Anita Baker honoured at BET Awards
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Soul powerhouse, Anita Baker honoured at BET Awards

  • 25th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
She used her acceptance speech to urge musicians to support each other. R&B singer Anita Baker urged musicians…
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Networking
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Why you should have been at this business networking event!

  • 22nd June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
You either love it or you hate it, but you can’t do without it! What are we talking…
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Ivy Park
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A celebration of sport: New Ivy Park range bags a home run

  • 12th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Ivy Park, the casual, athleisure fashion line, co-founded by Queen Bey herself, has released their latest collection and…
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Loneliness and Alcohol
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Loneliness and alcohol: Could it really be a chicken and egg scenario?

  • 11th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Loneliness and alcohol issues – which comes first? Does one trigger the other? Some people drink because they’re…
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Afro Hair & Beauty Live 2018
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37 years on, and still going strong! Afro Hair & Beauty LIVE 2018

  • 6th June 2018
  • by Joy Joses
Celebrating its 37th outing, Afro Hair and Beauty LIVE 2018, saw thousands of men, women and children of…
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