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The Backway: Short film explores fear and shame of migrants deported back ‘home’
First time director Cherno Jagne has written, produced and starred in “The Backway” – a film that centres the experience of an economic migrant who was illegally smuggled out of the Gambia, and then deported back “home” from the UK just a couple years later.
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BBC says sorry to Strictly star Amanda Abbington following bullying allegations
The BBC has apologised to the actress Amanda Abbington and upheld her complaints of verbal bullying and harassment by her 2023 Strictly Come Dancing dance partner.
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National Theatre boss resigns – what next for UK ‘creative powerhouse’?
For almost a decade Rufus Norris has been at the helm of the National Theatre, guiding it through one of its biggest challenges – the Covid pandemic.
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How a baby hare changed a political advisor’s life
In an unexpected twist of fate, a tiny creature – a baby hare changed everything for a former political advisor, more used to the comings and goings of Westminster, than wildlife.
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‘I got death threats’: Irish author Roddy Doyle on writing about domestic violence
The Irish writer Roddy Doyle was riding a wave of fame for his novels The Commitments and ‘Paddy Clark Ha Ha Ha’, when he first wrote the character of Paula Spencer.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs charged with sex trafficking and racketeering
The indictment lists six aliases. Regardless of how you know him, Puff Daddy, P Diddy or just Diddy, Sean Combs has been one of the most influential figures in rap music for decades.
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Will Ferrell on learning to ‘honour’ the trans community in new film ‘Will & Harper’
‘Will and Harper’ follows him and his friend Harper Steele on a road trip they decide to take after she revealed she was a trans woman.
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Death of England: What does it mean to be British?
After a summer when riots on our streets have provoked condemnation and consternation, what is the state of our nation?
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The true cost of fast fashion extends far beyond its price tag
Shopping has long been one of the nation’s favourite pastimes, though it has changed from days on the high street, to hours scrolling through countless online clothing sites. But how is buying cheap clothes impacting our environment?
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Afghan women fight for their rights in historic summit
Since the Taliban returned to power three years ago, they’ve turned Afghanistan into a cage for women and girls.
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Ethiopia’s blind superstar breaks own world record to win at Paris paralympics
Three years ago this programme was in Ethiopia to meet a talented young athlete.
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Play gives voice to stories of people trying to reach UK
Attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers and chants of ‘stop the boats’ were among the grim features of this summer’s riots.
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Using theatre to reframe the image of migrants
Bodies of Water is based on the work of Warsan Shire – former young poet laureate.
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Matt Haig on his new book, mental health, and social media – full interview
NHS 111 is now offering mental health support to adults and children. People in England calling the helpline can now select a mental health option to speak to a trained professional, who will give them urgent help or guide them to other services.
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What to expect from the Paralympics opening ceremony
The Paralympics kicks off tomorrow, with another outdoor opening ceremony showcasing central Paris.