The statistics are staggering. Between 500,000 to 900,000 children are born with Beta Thalassemia in Pakistan each year, a significant portion of whom are unable to afford even the most basic medical care. In the heart of Pakistan, where poverty intertwines with the silent killer known as Beta Thalassemia, a glimmer of hope emerges through the tireless efforts of Thalassemia Relief. Founded by Adam Khan, this organisation is more than just a charity; it’s a lifeline for those battling this devastating genetic blood disorder. Adam Khan’s journey with Thalassemia Relief began from a deeply pers ..read more

Presenting the captivating pre-production trailer for The Buddha of Suburbia – embark on a journey of love, laughter and self-discovery. Adapted by Emma Rice and Hanif Kureishi, this spellbinding co-production between Wise Children and the RSC promises an unforgettable exploration of family, friendship, and the search for belonging. Delight in the pre-production trailer’s irresistible charm as it offers an exciting glimpse into a world where theatre, passion, and joy collide. Rice directs Dee Ahluwalia, Ankur Bahl, Raj Bajaj, Tommy Belshaw, Rina Fatania, Natasha Jayetileke, Bettrys Jones, Sim ..read more

 World Premiere of The Accountants at Manchester’s new cultural landmark space Aviva Studios  From 7th May – 11th May 2024  Book your tickets here A behind-the-scenes video has been released for Keith Khan’s The Accountants, Factory International’s upcoming and latest production. The production is set to premiere at Aviva Studios, Manchester, running from Saturday 4 May – Saturday 11 May 2024.  In the video, one of the choreographers for the dance production, Terrence Lewis delves into the creative process behind the upcoming production, unravelling the intricacies an ..read more

Festival opens with World Premiere of Minimum on 2nd May, BFI IMAX, London Closing Film to welcome actress, Rasika Dugal, at UK Premiere of Lord Curzon Ki Haveli, on 11th May, Regent Street Cinema Veteran actress, Karisma Kapoor, among luminaries attending Closing Gala on 12th May, Kiln Theatre Legendary actress, Supriya Pathak Kapur, to attend World Premiere of Baby Crasto on 8th May, Harrow Arts Centre 50 industry years marked at Celebrating The Golden Girl: Shabana Azmi on Tuesday 7th May, Somerville College, Oxford Festival runs 2nd -12th  May in venues across London, Leicester ..read more

Birmingham Phoenix celebrated the conclusion of the Ramadan Midnight Cricket League with Jacob Bethell and The Hundred trophy attending finals night in the Edgbaston Cricket Centre. With sessions run over three weeks until Eid ul-Fitr, the Ramadan Midnight Cricket League was developed through the Warwickshire Cricket Board’s (WCB) Chance to Shine Street Programme in 2021 with free sessions for 16–24-year-olds. Bethell, who held a Q&A and offered a masterclass, assisted with the umpiring and scoring as four local teams battled it out for the right to call themselves champions in the early ..read more

Tributes are pouring in following the passing of the ‘inspirational’ former councillor Zaheer Khan. The father of three, who served as the representative for the Small Heath ward, passed away at the age of 46 after a courageous battle with leukaemia. Messages of sympathy poured in on Wednesday 17th April from political allies, friends, and colleagues for the ‘Labour Legend’ who will be deeply missed. Majid Mahmood, Cabinet member for Environment and representative of Bromford and Hodge Hill ward, shared his sadness, saying, “I am saddened by the passing of former @BhamCityCouncil Cllr Haji Za ..read more

NASA has been directed to create a standard time zone for the moon to make sure communications are synchronised and data transfers in space are secure. But the same clock on Earth would move differently on the moon – making the time zone both vital and complicated to develop. The moon will get its own time zone after the White House directed NASA to develop a unified lunar time standard by the end of 2026. The Coordinated Lunar Time, or LTC, would provide a time-keeping benchmark for lunar spacecraft and satellites that will require extreme precision for their missions. Having a standard luna ..read more

Michaela School’s founder and head teacher Katharine Birbalsingh A Muslim student has lost a High Court challenge agains her school’s prayer ban. The High Court heard that about half of the school’s 700 students are Muslim, and in March 2023, approximately 30 students began praying in the schoolyard, using blazers as prayer pads. The student, attending Michaela School in Brent, took legal action against the policy, arguing it constituted a discriminatory ban on prayer. The non-faith secondary school, led by it’s founder and head teacher Katharine Birbalsingh, defended its position in court, st ..read more

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