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The Good Immigrant- Nikesh Shukla
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The Good Immigrant- Nikesh Shukla

  • 5th May 2017
  • by Vanessa Thomas
Arguably one of the most important releases of 2016, The Good Immigrant, crowd funded by Unbound a publishing…
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Mums: How to keep your sanity while launching your business! 22061969 - african american woman with baby girl working from home
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Mums: How to keep your sanity while launching your business!

  • 5th May 2017
  • by Joy Joses
Anyone who has gone through the struggles and difficulties of starting a business can tell you how tough…
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Celebrating a classic: Love Jones, the movie
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Celebrating a classic: Love Jones, the movie

  • 5th May 2017
  • by teammelanmag
Twenty years since it first debuted in cinemas, the classic screen feast, which was described as the ‘Black…
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Feature pic Nia Bellerina Image credit Nia Ballerina Why is it so hard to find toys and dolls for children of colour in high street stores?
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Why is it so hard to find toys and dolls for children of colour in high street stores?

  • 4th May 2017
  • by Joy Joses
The issue of representation is relevant in all areas of life, but perhaps none more so than when…
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59945331 - beautiful african american woman with suitcase using smartphone while sitting on bench near airport - Seven things to remember about the 'carry on' ban on large electronic devices 

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Seven things to remember about the ‘carry on’ ban on large electronic devices 


  • 4th May 2017
  • by Joy Joses
While we might grumble about no longer being allowed to ‘carry on’ our tablets and larger phones on…
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How will you rock your natural hair this summer?
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How will you rock your natural hair this summer?

  • 3rd May 2017
  • by teammelanmag
With summer just around the corner, what summer I hear some of you ask? Well, even if it’s…
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Afro Hair and Beauty Live 2017
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Afro Hair and Beauty Live 2017

  • 3rd May 2017
  • by teammelanmag
A firm fixture in our calendars, the 36th edition of Afro Hair and Beauty Live 2017 is just…
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Stepping into her world: Brenda Emmanus Brenda Emmanus (Image Credit: Amanda Clarke).
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Stepping into her world: Brenda Emmanus

  • 2nd May 2017
  • by Joy Joses
One of the most familiar and loved faces on British television, BBC London News Art, Culture and Entertainment…
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Spotlight on: Charles Thompson MBE, founder of Screen Nation Film and TV Awards.
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Spotlight on: Charles Thompson MBE, founder of Screen Nation Film and TV Awards.

  • 2nd May 2017
  • by Joy Joses
The man behind the prestigious awards which celebrate black screen excellence is rather unassuming and deprecating. Obviously more…
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“Unity is Strength” Kenzo’s new visual campaign
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“Unity is Strength” Kenzo’s new visual campaign

  • 2nd May 2017
  • by teammelanmag
Striking, visionary and uniting is how we would describe Kenzo’s new SS17 fashion campaign which is set within…
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One miscarriage, one frozen embryo transfer, three IVF Cycles: My five-year journey to motherhood - 22377579 - happy afro american woman looking at pregnancy test
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My five-year journey to motherhood

  • 1st May 2017
  • by Joy Joses
For many women, becoming a mother is relatively straight forward. Meet man of your dreams, get married and…
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Dive into Barbadian cuisine and culture right here in the UK! London welcomes a “Taste Of Barbados”, an authentic showcase for the stunning island taking place on South Molton Street between Friday 5 to Sunday 7 May. Each year, Barbados hosts two popular festivals; the Crop Over Festival in summertime and the world-famous Food and Rum Festival in November. Visitors to A Taste of Barbados will get a flavour of both popular Caribbean events and much more. Brought to you by Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc, the three-day festival will celebrate life and happiness through all things Bajan, including cuisine, music, art, culture and of course, rum! “Our island is a treasure trove of wonderful and very diverse events and activities which cater to all ages. Taste of Barbados is a special event designed to not only showcase our local culture and gastronomy but also to give potential UK visitors an insight into some of our exciting upcoming events on the island.” - Cheryl Carter, UK Director of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. A selection of Barbados’ world-class chefs, including Michelin trained Jason Howard and Anthony Cumberbatch, will be catering the event, preparing delicious traditional Bajan dishes to delight your taste buds. Visitors will be able to experience rum and mixology classes hosted by Global Rum Ambassador, Ian Burrell. Some of Barbados’ hottest acts are also set to take to the stage, including Arturo Tappin & Band and Cool Breeze DJ. Don’t miss out on a great selection of activities, including opportunities to win a holiday to Barbados with many other daily competitions.
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Dive into Barbadian cuisine and culture right here in the UK!

  • 1st May 2017
  • by Gabriela Badard
London welcomes a “Taste Of Barbados”, an authentic showcase for the stunning island taking place on South Molton…
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Out & About Article 26 April – 31 May
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Out & About Article 26 April – 31 May

  • 28th April 2017
  • by teammelanmag
Seminars and workshops Shakespeare’s other countrymen: ‘Blackamoore wenches’ and Barbary African ‘king children’ in Tudor England Sunday 30…
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Putting Ghanaian cooking on the map: Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen
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Putting Ghanaian cooking on the map: Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen

  • 28th April 2017
  • by Joy Joses
We are huge fans of Zoe Adjonyoh, the London-based writer and cook with a passion for remixing traditional…
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Starting a retail business? Here’s everything you need to know about pop up shops
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Starting a retail business? Here’s everything you need to know about pop up shops

  • 28th April 2017
  • by teammelanmag
For many small businesses shelling out for a retail space can often be a huge investment, particularly when…
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