Section: Culture
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The Hyphenated interview: Dr Shabna Begum on the changing face of Brick Lane
The author fears gentrification of the east London neighbourhood threatens its heritage as a welcoming home for migrant groups
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The Hyphenated interview: activism, Islam and feminism with Nimco Ali
On the frontline of the war against FGM
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The Hyphenated interview: the diversity dilemma with Dr Rakib Ehsan
What Europe can learn from the UK
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Six Muslim children’s authors you should read
Books with diverse characters and stories are helping young people understand their world
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Hyphenated: Episode 18
This week, our panellists discuss the Bibby Stockholm barge, how to deal with racists, and the Women’s Football World Cup. Plus, Inua Ellams on his latest play about migration and the UK
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Dr Nighat Arif: ‘Women like me have never been seen in health books’
The popular television GP and social media star talks about publishing The Knowledge and why, when it comes to medical matters, all women need to be part of the conversation
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Nabihah Iqbal: ‘Everything I do comes through a poetic lens’
The experimental pop musician talks about the painful history behind her latest album and the power of embracing the positive things in life
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‘Every Qur’an has its own history’
From demanding restorations to delicate repairs, Ziyaad Lorgat is keeping the traditions of bookbinding alive and well in Leicester
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Hyphenated: Episode 17
This week a former Danish Muslim politician discusses the dilemma over plans to ban Qur’an burning in the Nordic country. Plus, our panel of four Muslim comedians share their experiences of performing in Edinburgh
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Hyphenated: Episode 16
This week, our panellists discuss the debanking of British Muslims and the controversial expansion of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone. Plus, Dr Shabna Begum on the gentrification of Brick Lane.
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‘She was proudly Irish and Muslim at the same time’
The Dublin imam who helped Sinéad O’Connor convert to Islam recalls his meetings with the late singer songwriter
