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Why David Davies is the easy target
6:28pm Thursday 28th January 2010
It has become common practice in recent years to link dangerous actions of a few individuals to Muslims.
Mansha Sweet Centre
4:10pm Friday 22nd January 2010
How can a simple sweet centre end-up in a food column like this? Well, the secret is all in the kebab roll and masala fish.
I think it's time to admit we have a BIG problem
1:19pm Friday 22nd January 2010
Is it me or is the Asian community becoming fatter? You only have to look around to see a marked increase in the number of larger Asians.
Being a Muslim more important than being Pakistani
4:50pm Tuesday 19th January 2010
Only 15 per cent of the youth in Pakistan see the country heading in the right direction according to a new report.
What is it with all the conspiracy theories?
4:10pm Tuesday 19th January 2010
On my travels around the local shops and garages I always come across Asians sat around discussing conspiracy theories relating to the bombings, occupation and the sugar drought in Muslim countries.
Why everyone needs an Anjem Choudary
5:50pm Tuesday 5th January 2010
Anjem Choudary is public enemy number once again.
Come on BBC...at least get the Eastenders wedding right!
4:17pm Saturday 2nd January 2010
I must admit the Muslim wedding in Eastenders had me stitches.
Help! Muslim extremists are using mobiles in prison
8:00am Wednesday 30th December 2009
Mobile phones could be used by Islamic extremists in prisons? The very thought of it had me calling for help.
Should you be singled out because you are Muslim?
3:05pm Tuesday 29th December 2009
If the reality has not hit home it will in the coming months.
BOOKS: The Many Conditions of Love by Farahad Zama
12:57pm Tuesday 29th December 2009
Described as the Indian mills and boon, The Many Conditions of Love is touching, amusing, entertaining and insightful, it continues where The Marriage Bureau for Rich People ended.
BOOKS: James Cann - The Real Deal
12:55pm Tuesday 29th December 2009
Amongst the theatrical nastiness of the BBC's 'Dragon's Den', James Caan appears the nice guy.
Blast from the Past: Eid on the Street
11:20am Wednesday 16th December 2009
And this was how Eid was celebrated twenty years ago.
A little Christmas never hurt anyone
10:30am Tuesday 15th December 2009
My Lord every year the cards and lights come out earlier and earlier!
What is it about THAT destination?
12:19pm Monday 14th December 2009
Now, I’m going to let you into a sordid secret that people are brushing under the carpet.
Review: Yusuf Islam in Liverpool
9:00am Monday 7th December 2009
Yusuf Islam returned on a stage tour after a 33 year long absence on Saturday at the Liverpool Echo Arena.
THE INSIDER: Warsi pelted with anday
2:17pm Wednesday 2nd December 2009
Deary me, when will these numbskulls learn? There is something quite Pakistani about this whole drama.
Forced marriages: A hidden crime
5:18pm Wednesday 18th November 2009
Saima Afzal looks at Forced Marriage and the Duty of Care placed upon all public authorities to protect people from this contentious issue.
Uncharted 2
4:54pm Wednesday 18th November 2009
All the latest Games reviews with ou resident Games expert Chris Davies.
What do we make of the Quilliam Foundation?
4:04pm Monday 9th November 2009
So, The Quilliam Foundation has extended it's tentacles to the north of England.
If you don't condemn it then who will?
11:50am Monday 9th November 2009
This month people will remember the dead of the world wars.
Remembering the war dead in our unique way?
4:36pm Wednesday 4th November 2009
Change the colour of a hijab to suit a worthwhile cause and breakdown cultural barriers at the same time? Sounds like a good idea.
How we react to anti-Islam protests is important
6:44pm Saturday 24th October 2009
The past few months have seen the emergence of another challenge for the British Muslims in the form of the English Defence League (EDL), who are supposedly marching around the country against Islamic extremists.
Question Time: Griffin is revealed as the racist he is
9:56am Friday 23rd October 2009
Was Nick Griffin really scrutinized for what he is or did in turn make him into some sort of anti-hero? Amina Mustafa looks at how the programme panned out.
Get your own house in order first!
12:59pm Wednesday 14th October 2009
Isn’t it wonderful what can be achieved with a co-operation? Or was it a fluke?
Paving the way for war with Iran?
2:49pm Friday 9th October 2009
Steven McLaughlin, Author of Squaddie: A Soldier’s Story argues the US is paving the way for a war on Iran by appeasing Russia.
Travel: Intelacken and the top of Europe
5:04pm Thursday 8th October 2009
In recent years I have travelled deep into the Kashmir Valley so when the opportunity arose to experience the European equivalent I was not about to let it pass.
Straw, Muslims and the 'safe' seat
1:05pm Thursday 8th October 2009
Its party conference season - and for once Politicians are everywhere to be seen.
What will your child be learning at mosque?
11:12am Friday 2nd October 2009
In the last few years there has been an intense effort by the government in taking direct hands on approach in the affairs of the Muslim community in the name of tackling radicalisation and combating extremism.
Stop and search - is it racism?
1:37pm Thursday 24th September 2009
Saima Afzal, a member of Lancashire Police Authority and lead member on Diversity looks at the controversial subject of Stop and Search in the community.
Does the bank owe you money?
1:14pm Thursday 24th September 2009
With over £1,500 billion consumer debt in the UK and the rising costs of living, people are now looking for ways to ease their debt burden.
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