What to expect from Get up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical: A Review
Calling all fans of Bob Marley; don’t sleep on the new stage production Get Up, Stand Up! The…
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Louise Chandler
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These are the three things I will prioritise as I become a step mum
Along with the traditional husband, wife and children, families come in all configurations these days. Louise Chandler shares…
How to beat isolation and stay connected with loved ones during a pandemic
With the new normal being all about tier style living, lockdown restrictions and social distancing, we can’t be…
This yogi shares 5 things to protect our wellbeing while working from home
How to look after your physical and mental wellbeing while working from home? Try doing these five things…
Spotlight on Mary Pierre-Harvey & her career in construction and property
Without a doubt, Mary Pierre-Harvey is a woman who has created her own path unapologetically. A Chartered Quantity…
What my Windrush Generation mum taught me about life and purpose
The contributions and impact of the Windrush Generation permeates every aspect of life in the UK, from food,…
“I would do everything the exact same way again” – Spotlight on Jessica Huie
Jessica Huie MBE is a publicist, speaker, entrepreneur, mother and author. For the longest time we’ve been fascinated…
These five life lessons shaped my career and they’ll do the same for you
If it takes about 10 years to become an expert at something, what do you call someone who…
My silent pain: Living with Endometriosis and coping with the condition
Endometriosis is a health condition that affects one in 10 women starting from puberty to menopause. In spite…
Spotlight on Tiffany King: “Make your own opportunities in life.. don’t wait”
Tiffany King is a veteran theatre maker with a 16-year career under her belt that has seen her…
All the things you should see and do on a holiday to Trinidad, Cuba
Cold winter days are when most of us start thinking about holidays to warmer climes. In recent times,…
Why we need to start training the next generation of Afro hair stylists
Black hair is versatile. From weaves to cornrows, perms to box braids, our hair is beautiful and fun.…
A quick glimpse into the minds of men: reviewing Barber Shop Chronicles
Following two hugely successful runs at the National Theatre and a world tour, acclaimed playwright Inua Ellams’s Barber…
All the reasons why Camping at festivals is NOT a black woman’s pastime
As the distinctly cooler temperatures of autumn beckon, we can take one last wistful daydream about the summer…
Travelling to Havana Cuba? Here are the travel tips that no one told you
During a recent first-time trip to Havana, Cuba, Louise Chandler discovered the beauty and challenges of the bustling…