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VIDEO: Black Lives Matter protests erupt across Birmingham in wake of George Floyd murder
Staff Reporter
June 5, 2020
Black Lives Matter and related anti-racism protests are being held across Birmingham in response to the police murder of George Floyd in the US, and to challenge institutional racism across…
Thousands march in Birmingham in act of solidarity for police brutality victim George Floyd
Rangzeb Hussain
June 5, 2020
Birmingham city centre was packed with thousands of 'Black Lives Matter' protestors on Thursday afternoon to show solidarity for George Floyd, who died as a result of US police brutality…
Food charity feeds hundreds of Birmingham’s vulnerable people during coronavirus pandemic
Rangzeb Hussain
June 4, 2020
A Birmingham food distribution charity has been busy handing out essential food supplies to hundreds of vulnerable and homeless people during the coronavirus pandemic. Volunteers from Feedo Needo, which is…
Anti-racism protest planned for George Floyd in Victoria Square
Rangzeb Hussain
June 3, 2020
A protest is being planned on Thursday in Victoria Square, Birmingham, over the brutal murder of George Floyd by US police. This protest, which takes place outside the Council House,…
Birmingham artist shocked as George Floyd tribute taken down only a day after being painted
Rangzeb Hussain
June 2, 2020
A street art tribute to US police brutality victim George Floyd has been taken down hours after it was painted in Kings Heath. Birmingham-based artist Mohammed Ali said he was "saddened…
‘I can’t breathe’ street art painted in Birmingham in memory of George Floyd
Rangzeb Hussain
June 2, 2020
The tragic death of George Floyd, who kept pleading 'I can't breathe' as a US police officer brutally pressed a knee into his neck, has inspired new street art in…
Handsworth protest for George Floyd cancelled due to ‘security concerns’
Rangzeb Hussain
June 1, 2020
A peaceful demonstration for George Floyd which was due to take place tonight in Handsworth has been cancelled at the last moment due to 'security concerns'. Cannon Street Memorial Baptist…
British barrister becomes first judge to wear hijab in the west
Rangzeb Hussain
May 27, 2020
A Midlands-based barrister has made history by becoming the first woman judge to wear the hijab in the western world. Raffia Arshad, 40, was appointed as a Deputy District Judge…
Amazing act of unity as church welcomes Muslim worshippers and Germany vows to tackle Islamophobia
Rangzeb Hussain
May 23, 2020
A church in Berlin opened its doors to allow Friday prayers to Muslims as the holy month of Ramadan comes to a close and Eid celebrations begin this weekend. This…
British Muslim celebrities share positive message for Eid during lockdown
Rangzeb Hussain
May 22, 2020
Birmingham born comedian Adil Ray has shared a heartfelt video message on social media as Ramadan comes to a close and families begin to prepare for Eid celebrations during the…