Tag Archives: BBC

EU LGBT Survey: Poll On Homophobia Sparks Concern, What About Harlem? (Poll)

Posted on May 17, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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Yesterday Harlem World Magazine read a story online at the BBC that a quarter of gay people surveyed in a major EU poll said they have been subjected to attacks or violent threats in the past five years. Continue reading →

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Albino models setting the trend for Africa?

Posted on November 12, 2012 by | 1 Comment

Other models and designers from across the continent dash from one end of the tent to the other – there seems to be an unofficial competition to see who can make the most noise. Continue reading →

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Niall Ferguson: Harlem’s “Civil and Uncivil Societies”

Posted on July 10, 2012 by | Leave a comment

We thought Niall Ferguson’s use of Harlem’s private Vs public education battle as a success very provactive and thought you might like the conversation. Continue reading →

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HW Pick: Michael Kiwanuka – I’m Getting Ready (video)

Posted on March 11, 2012 by | Leave a comment

We like Michael Kiwanuka’s sound maybe living in the past, but unlike all the neo-soul chart faves he sounds and feels genuine. Continue reading →

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Jesus Take The Wheel: America’s Child Death Shame

Posted on October 17, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Harlem, did you know that every five hours a child dies from abuse or neglect in the US?

The latest government figures show an estimated 1,770 children were killed as a result of maltreatment in 2009. Continue reading →

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“Laamb” A Centuries-Old Sport In Sénégal

Posted on December 23, 2010 by | 1 Comment

Originating in the countryside as a test of strength for farmers and fishermen, Senegalese wresting moved to the city with the migrants. It took on punching to become “La Lutte avec frappe”. Continue reading →

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Poland 1st Black Elected Official

Posted on December 14, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Poland has sworn in its first black member of Parliament, a Nigerian-born pastor and teacher who became a popular city councilman, the BBC reports. Continue reading →

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Come Dine With Me Now Casting

Posted on July 26, 2010 by | Leave a comment

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Hosting a good dinner party can be a harrowing ordeal no matter where you live. One British media group will be showing the people of the United States just how universal this problem can be.

BBC America is set to premiere the party-themed reality show “Come Dine with Me,” a celebration of fine dining and the process that goes into preparing and planning parties. Originally shown on Britain broadcaster Channel 4, the series matches together a group of amateur chefs in each episode, displaying each individual’s perils in hosting their own party. Continue reading →

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Enter Your Harlem Family In BBC Doc

Posted on May 19, 2010 by | Leave a comment

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The BBC are looking for role model families in Harlem and around the world to take part in a third series of the hugely successful show, World’s Strictest Parents. In each one-hour programme, two British teenagers will be sent to live with a family abroad, to experience life in their country under their rules. Continue reading →

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Harlem’s MC NYOIL Has His Say

Posted on August 18, 2008 by | Leave a comment

Controversial Hip Hop MC NYOIL has been and remains a Social / Urban / Political pundit at BBC World Service – on a program called The Weekend World Today along with specials on Freedom of Speech (BBC’s 75th Anniversary broadcast) as well as the World Have Your Say program. Continue reading →

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