Rowan Atkinson has come under fire for backing Boris Johnson's "Islamophobic" comments about Muslim women's dress

Rowan Atkinson savaged by fans for supporting Boris Johnson’s “Islamophobic” comments

British comedian Rowan Atkinson has been severely criticised by fans and former colleagues after coming out in support of Boris Johnson’s recent remarks on women wearing burkas, which have been described as inflammatory and “Islamophobic”. The 63-year-old actor, known for his comedy performances in Mr Bean and Blackadder, said Johnson’s political remarks were “funny”.

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Birmingham music star Jamelia will be in conversation with authors Yomi Adegoke and Elizabeth Uviebinené at the Impact Hub Birmingham

Jamelia to present ‘Black Girl Bible’ at intimate Birmingham book event

Birmingham music star and television presenter Jamelia will be discussing all things ‘Black Girls Bible’ with writers Yomi Adegoke and Elizabeth Uviebinené in Digbeth next week. The musician will be joining the authors to discuss their work ‘Slay In Your Lane: The Black Girl Bible‘, a long-awaited and highly anticipated “guide to life for a generation of…

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Lord Sugar has been branded a "racist" after comparing the Senegalese World Cup team to sellers of counterfeit merchandise

Alan Sugar branded “racist” after posting tweet mocking African World Cup team

Alan Sugar has come under fire for posting a ‘racist’ tweet about the Senegal World Cup team that compares the players to individuals – specifically of African descent – selling sunglasses and handbags on beaches. Lord Sugar, 71, tweeted: “I recognise some of these guys from the beach in Marbella. Multitasking, resourceful chaps,” accompanied by a photoshopped image of the national team…

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White Birmingham Pride 2018 attendee in a Native American War Bonnet

LGBTQ+ groups calls for cultural appropriation ban at Birmingham Pride celebrations

A number of LGBTQ+ groups across the city have called on Birmingham Pride to ban cultural appropriation, following an I Am Birmingham article highlighting the issue was published last month. In light of several Native American headdresses being worn as ‘costumes’ at Birmingham Pride celebrations, representatives from queer groups of colour have condemned the practice.

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