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Harry Enfield defends controversial Nelson Mandela sketch but admits ‘I wouldn’t do it now’

Comedian portrayed inspiring political figure as a drug dealer in 2007

The Independent UK

13 Strength Secrets From History’s Toughest Men

What makes a man truly tough? Is it brute muscle, mental grit, or something deeper? Throughout history, the world’s strongest men have left clues about what real strength looks like. These lessons go beyond lifting weights—they touch on resilience, discipline, and the will to persevere. Whether you’re seeking to build…

Clever Dude

Saving South Africa’s forgotten story of sport that defied apartheid

Black, Indian and mixed-race South Africans built their own sporting world during apartheid, defying segregation with parallel clubs and competitions. Archivists in Johannesburg are now working to save that history.

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Black, Brummie and proud: a walking tour of the real Handsworth

The Birmingham neighbourhood is hugely significant in the Black British story – a history seemingly unknown to Tory MP Robert Jenrick – as revealed on a guided walk that remembers Nelson Mandela and Benjamin Zephaniah

The Guardian - UK

South African activists on Gaza flotilla claim harsh treatment by Israel over genocide case

Six South African activists who were detained by Israel while attempting to reach Gaza as part of an aid flotilla claim that they were subjected to harsher treatment than others

The Independent UK

Caught in Nepal’s protests, I witnessed how sport can bring people hope during times of crisis

On September 8, the day before my holiday in Nepal was scheduled to end, police in the capital, Kathmandu, and other cities opened fire on young members of the public who were protesting against government corruption. At least 19 people were killed across Nepal that day, and over 300 more…

The Conversation

As Hamas considers a peace deal, the man most Palestinians want to lead them sits in an Israeli jail

Since the White House released Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza conflict on September 29, the chances of an end to Israel’s war on Gaza is as high as they have ever been. If it succeeds, the idea of a Palestinian state being established alongside Israel will also be…

The Conversation

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Gaza Aid Flotilla Defies Israeli 'Intimidation Tactics'

A flotilla carrying aid to war-battered Gaza said Wednesday it would stay its course despite what it called "intimidation tactics" by the Israeli military.

International Business Times

Something inside so wrong: Labi Siffre tells Tommy Robinson to stop using anti-apartheid anthem

Exclusive: UK singer, 80, says it is ‘absurd’ as a ‘positive atheist, homosexual black artist’ for far right to claim his work

The Guardian - UK

Kneecap rapper vows ‘we will not be silenced’ as terror case thrown out

Liam Og O hAnnaidh was accused of displaying a flag in support of proscribed organisation Hezbollah.

Evening Standard

Together for Palestine was a sorrowful, star-studded and bittersweet fundraiser for Gaza

REVIEW: Louis Theroux, Florence Pugh, Riz Ahmed and a number of Palestinian musicians lead an evening that discusses the ongoing atrocities in Gaza plainly and firmly – and it’s still jolting to witness, writes Adam White

The Independent UK

Artist shortlist for Nelson Mandela sculpture in Glasgow announced

The shortlist of sculptors chosen to create a statue of Nelson Mandela in Scotland has been revealed, with a granite block from South Africa now…

The National (Scotland)

Australians 'waking up' to the breadth of Indian cinema

Indian films are becoming increasingly popular with Australian audiences as the south Asian diaspora continues to grow.

AAP

Harlem to Hebron: the long history of Black solidarity with Palestinians

A mutual alliance between oppressed people has been revived with Israel’s full-scale invasion of Gaza

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Outfits the Royal Family Loved Enough to Wear On Repeat

Even princesses like to rewear their favorite outfits.

The Independent UK

Why you should visit – and stay in – Johannesburg’s Soweto

TRAVEL FOCUS: Travelling through South Africa, Annabel Grossman finds that Soweto – a township often associated with crime and poverty – is worth far more than just a cursory glance, with a wealth of music, culture, history and food to be discovered

The Independent UK

Blair’s fury with Chirac over Mugabe summit invite

Newly released files show Tony Blair accused the French president of trying to undermine the UK by inviting the Zimbabwean leader to an EU summit.

Al Jazeera

How did Albert Luthuli, anti-apartheid hero, really die in 1967?

An inquest ruled Chief Luthuli, Nobel laureate, died when he was hit by a train, but new evidence casts doubt on that.

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Nelson Mandela was a hard man who played a hard game. What if he was in Ramaphosa’s shoes?

In 2023 South African author Jonny Steinberg published a book on former South African president Nelson Mandela and his tumultuous marriage to Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. To mark the 107th anniversary of Mandela’s birth, Steinberg wrote the following as an introduction to our newsletter of 18 July 2025.

Evening Standard

More than 70 people arrested at protests supporting banned Palestine Action

The Metropolitan Police made 42 arrests in central London on Saturday, while there were 16 arrests in Manchester and 13 arrests in Cardiff.

The National (Scotland)

46 arrests as police forced to carry activists away from Palestine Action protest

POLICE have made 46 arrests after having to carry people away from a protest against Palestine Action being designated a proscribed terror group ...

Evening Standard

More than 50 people arrested at protests supporting banned Palestine Action

Two groups of protesters gathered underneath both the Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela statues in Parliament Square on Saturday.

The Guardian - UK

More than 70 protesters across UK arrested for allegedly holding signs supporting Palestine Action

‘Dozens’ held after campaigners gathered in Parliament Square on Saturday, with demonstrations across the UK prompting police action

The Guardian - UK

MPs and peers make awkward small talk during wait for box-office hit Macron

French president fills seats for stylish Royal Gallery speech, after snubbing Farage and meeting the king

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Person Asks “What Fact Is Ignored Generously?” And 27 Folks Online Deliver

40 random facts and life patterns which are not generally taken into account, according to members of this online group.

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