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Grammy-Winning Director Uncovers Grandfather’s Role in Nigeria’s Biafran War

Grammy-winning director Meji Alabi explores his grandfather's role in Nigeria's Biafran war through a new documentary featuring survivor accounts and rare footage, aiming to confront the nation’s history and promote reconciliation.

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Meji Alabi A close-up of Meji Alabi, with beard and dreads, looking into the camera

KSI Leaves Sidemen Collective After 13 Years of Collaboration

KSI, Britain's Got Talent judge and social media star, has left the Sidemen YouTube collective after 13 years, marking his final video on 31 May. He reflected on the group's success and his diverse career as a musician, boxer, and football club stakeholder.

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Getty Images KSI smiles while wearing a black bandana and t-shirt

Master the Art of Perfect Papas Arrugadas with This Authentic Recipe

Papas arrugadas, a Canary Islands specialty, are small salt-crusted potatoes served with spicy mojo picón. This detailed recipe preserves traditional methods and flavors, offering a creamy texture and intense taste perfect for early-summer potatoes.

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Ethiopian Coffee Tradition Thrives on Shetland’s Whalsay Island

Netsanet Sori brought hand-roasted Ethiopian coffee to Whalsay, Shetland, sharing her cultural heritage and creating a unique local business.

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BBC Netsanet Sori, an Ethiopian woman with black hair who is holding her child. She is also holding a colourful bag off coffee beans. Behind her is a poster of the Ethiopian alphabet.

Russell T Davies Condemns Hollywood Stars' Criticism of Intimacy Coordinators

Russell T Davies criticises Hollywood stars like Gwyneth Paltrow for dismissing intimacy coordinators, highlighting the importance of their role in protecting less powerful actors during filming.

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Ray Burmiston Russell T Davies is wearing a red and blue checked shirt with a black jacket. It's a professional photograph taken on the set of Dr Who. You can see the Tardis in the background. He has dark hair and wears black glasses.

94-Year-Old Traction Engine Completes 400-Mile Journey at 8mph

A 94-year-old traction engine named Vernon completed a 400-mile journey from Oban to the Peak District at 8 mph, raising over £5,000 for RNLI and Give A Kidney charities. Chris Hutton led the trip, accompanied by friends, overcoming challenges and celebrating at historic pubs.

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Rachel Rennie A green traction engine with red wheels parked in a parking bay outside a rural pub.

Larry Lamb Reflects on Balancing Roles in EastEnders and Gavin and Stacey

Larry Lamb shared his experience juggling roles in EastEnders and Gavin and Stacey, describing the challenges and unique circumstances of working on both shows simultaneously.

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Sam Hardwick | Hay Festival Larry Lamb in a blue shirt gesticulating towards the audience while on stage at Hay

Birmingham's Michelin-Starred Simpsons Restaurant Closes After 32 Years

After 32 years, Birmingham's Michelin-starred Simpsons Restaurant closes due to economic pressures, marking a significant moment for the hospitality industry.

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Jodi Hinds/Simpsons A bald man in a blue shirt sits on a cream chair on a veranda, with a hedge and cream ironwork pillar visible behind him. He is smiling.

Cwis: Test Your Ynys Môn Dialect Skills

Miloedd o bobl wedi ymweld â maes Eisteddfor yr Urdd ar Ynys Môn dros yr wythnos ddiwethaf. Ydych chi'n gallu siarad fel Monwysyn? Rhowch gynnig ar ein cwis tafodiaith.

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Amazon Prime’s Off Campus Ignites Global Passion for Ice Hockey Romance

Amazon Prime's Off Campus, based on Elle Kennedy's bestselling ice hockey romance novels, has become a global hit for its authentic portrayal of relationships, emotional male characters, and sensitive handling of heavy themes like consent and trauma.

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Amazon Prime Video Picture of Belmont Cameli and Ella Bright on the set of Off Campus

Mumbai's Iconic Dabbawalas Face Decline After 100 Years of Service

Mumbai's dabbawalas, famed for over 100 years for delivering home-cooked meals with precision, face decline due to pandemic impacts, remote work, and rising competition from food delivery apps.

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Bloomberg via Getty Images Dabbawala Dasharath Kedari carries a crate of tiffin boxes while walking past a train at the Santacruz railway station in Mumbai, India

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe Finds Hope Through Sewing During Iranian Imprisonment

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe reveals how sewing provided hope and a sense of freedom during her nearly six years in an Iranian prison, inspiring fellow inmates and continuing to support her through challenging times.

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Sam Hardwick/Hay Festival A woman with dark hair and glasses wearing a bright multicoloured floral dress with a pink bow on the front. She's sat on a chair and is in conversation with another woman sat across from her, who is blonde and wearing a pink dress.