Section: Voices
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Florian Bieber Q&A: ‘There is an Islamophobic subtext to the narrative about Albania’The political scientist on dangerous national stereotypes and what the war in Ukraine means for western Balkan states hoping to join the EU 
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 Humza Yousaf and the race for Scotland’s top jobAs the SNP leadership contest shows, diversity has become a new normal in the country’s politics 
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 The French thinkers spreading anti-Muslim hatred across EuropeThe fine line between hate speech and physical violence is being crossed more and more 
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 We need a Prevent review which finds common ground with UK MuslimsBy focusing on old ideas about counter-extremism, the government’s long-awaited report is a squandered opportunity 
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 Shabaz Ali Q&A: “I have 1.4 million followers – but I’m not given the same opportunities as my white counterparts”The TikTok star on going viral and why he’s not giving up his day job 
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 Why are British Muslims not considered part of the working class?When we think about ‘working-class communities’ in the UK, Muslims are rarely depicted — even though most live in the country’s poorest towns and cities 
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 Peymana Assad Q&A: ‘The UK government is playing games with the lives of refugees’The first British-Afghan elected to political office talks about the challenges many in her community still face, and what a future Labour government should do for Afghanistan 
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 Here’s how to meal prep your way to a healthier 2023Ignore the TikTok trends and plan ahead for more nutritious and enjoyable eating 
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 Rahemur Rahman Q&A: “There aren’t enough hijabi Muslim women in fashion”The London-based designer, who was the first Bangladeshi to showcase at London Fashion Week, on artisanship and sustainability in an era of fast fashion 
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 Haroon Rashid Q&A: ‘Radio makes people feel part of a bigger family’The star host at the BBC Asian Network talks about his new show, and his favourite Bollywood stars 
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 Barriers to equality for UK Muslims must be dismantledThe latest census data has revealed disproportionate levels of poverty and deprivation among UK Muslims. The government needs to take action 










