YOU THOUGHT the concise nature of texting was a new mode of expression? Maybe it’s as old as poetry itself. “The poem is a form of texting. It’s the original text. It’s a perfecting of a feeling in language – ...

THERE’S STILL plenty going on at Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park as Spring flowers and wildlife enjoy the season. Sadly, formal events have had to be cancelled indefinitely. The lack of events means that the Friends of Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park ...

HERE’S SOME trenchant criticism of the Prime Minister from one of London’s MPs. “This is a man who has consistently escaped scrutiny and, because of the family he comes from and the privilege that he has, he is a man ...

What is the position of women in Bangladesh – and how should it improve? Women academics are part of this debate. “Women’s empowerment in Bangladesh has been facing challenges from many consequences. Patriarchy, conservative thinking, and lack of awareness about ...

THE US-BASED campaign If Not Now is calling on supporters to donate to the charity Medical Aid for Palestinians, as Corona makes its presence felt in Gaza. “I refuse to simply watch Gaza collapse as hundreds of thousands die from ...

THE ARTS are a great comfort to many – especially during a lockdown. They are also an important part of the UK economy. “UK Parliament: Create an emergency fund to support freelancers with Coronavirus income loss – Sign the Petition! ...

HE WAS JAILED for attempted rape last month – and now his name has been revealed. The offence took place in Hackney. Sean Manning, 42, of no fixed abode, was convicted at Wood Green Crown Court of committing attempted rape ...

LEADERS WHO speak the truth and inspire their followers are often ridiculed and belittled, or even assassinated – but go on to be proven right, when the wider movement catches up with them. In time, they become revered. “I say ...

KEIR STARMER, the architect of Labour’s last General Election defeat, has been voted in as Leader of the Labour Party. He was supported by members hungry for a General Election victory, who are set for disappointment. As the Labour Party’s ...

IT DOESN’T need saying – but there is no harm in a reminder that we all have to play our part in fighting discrimination and oppression. “Racism is still with us. But is is up to us to prepare our ...