April 2017
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Sarah Waseem, London British humour is hard to define but it is what makes us quintessentially British- that mix of irony, sarcasm, understatement and self-deprecation, each asserting itself in subtle flavours like strawberries and cream, at once sweet and yet tart. I believe this stems from being a small island nation with a rich legacy…
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Sarah Ward Khan, London The upcoming general election is likely to involve a wide range of issues: economy, immigration, education and much more. Each individual will prioritise their own issues based on their personal circumstances. I very much doubt that women’s wear is a pressing concern for many. However, recent comments by UKIP leader Paul…
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Saira Ahmed, Hounslow The first Lajna UK Press and Media Workshop has been and gone but the profound emotional effect and words of wisdom still resonate in my mind. I learned in the workshop that my beloved Hazoor, Khalifatul Masih V (may Allah be his Helper), wants me to be an Umme Ammaarah of the…
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Sameea Jonnud, Aldershot “Tea is one of the main stays of civilisation in this country” – George Orwell After the recent Westminster attack, doomsayers told the world that London and her inhabitants were cowed; Londoners, of course, were derisive of this as was shown by the many displays of solidarity. One of my favourites was…
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Tahira Chaudhry, Croydon As I walked home today I encountered a ‘gentleman’ who when crossing paths with me decided rather sadly to look at me with disapproval and then spit in my pathway. In my mind, he was no doubt consumed by some form and mingling of both hatred and a lack of knowledge. I…
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Navida Sayed, Hounslow, UK For many devout Christians, the real focus of Easter is about the physical resurrection of Jesus, which is a most crucial facet of the Christian faith. However, Easter has become so heavily commercialised these days you won’t miss seeing bunnies, bonnets and chocolates eggs everywhere. The emphasis around Easter is on…
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Sarah Ward Khan, London Wednesday 29th March 2017 was definitely a landmark day. On that day, our Government enacted Article 50, following the outcome of last year’s referendum and in doing so they turned their back on the past 40 years of close links with Europe. This was a moment where Britain chose to turn…
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