Yearly Archives: 2014
The lows and highs of being Mr Motown
Just over one week following the passing of his beloved sister Anna. Motown founder Berry Gordy joined other music legends to celebrate the 50th...
Remembering Roots
In the lead up to this years’ Academy Awards, in which 12 Years a Slave is tipped to be amongst the front runners for...
Samuel L keeps his cool over TV slip-up
An embarrassed Los Angeles entertainment correspondent was forced to apologise on air to Samuel L. Jackson this week after apparently getting him confused with...
HOME OFFICE TAKES OVER SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF SLAVERY
The Home Office is to take over responsibility for managing the delivery of care for adult victims of slavery, the department announced.
The lead for...
EU to cautiously loosen Zimbabwe restrictions
According to EU sources, sanctions on Zimbabwe that have been in place for over 12 years may soon be eased.
Europe imposed the punishment in...
£500,000 to help break the silence for male rape victims
Male victims of rape and sexual violence will receive unprecedented access to vital help and support thanks to the first dedicated fund designed specifically...
World leaders backed African Elephant Action Plan in London
The Illegal Wildlife Conference, held in London, has agreed key actions to stamp out the illegal wildlife trade.
During the conference, chaired by Foreign Secretary...
Interview with Eric Pickles – ‘The British high street has changed’ warns the Secretary...
The Secretary of State for Local Government and Communities defends government proposal for small business and local communities.
Bouncy spirited Secretary of State, Eric Pickles...
Rights groups press for end to death penalty
Human rights groups are closely monitoring Sierra Leone, where the country’s constitution is being reviewed for the first time in more than 20 years.
The...
Your food could be killing you
Over the last few years, it has been revealed that Afro-Caribbeans are at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
Despite the...
