The South Asian community in the UK has a long history, with waves of immigration occurring in the mid-20th century. These early immigrants faced considerable challenges. Some came to study and others were professionals, such as lawyers, doctors and politicians. Over time, they established themselves, contributing significantly to the cultural fabric of the UK. There […]
My Roots to Routes story started with my parent’s partition story. A different one from the one we’ve all heard about, the division of the Punjab, and the formation of India, and East and West Pakistan. My story is of the line drawn in Sindh, the line that separated the people of the Gujarat, from […]
Over 60 people gathered at Waterstones Leadenhall Market on Thursday 3rd July to celebrate the launch of Flat 401, the gripping debut psychological suspense novel by half-Sri Lankan debut author Kingsley Pearson. The book tells the story of a man released from prison after confessing to a crime he didn’t commit – only to be […]
I was born and raised in the concrete heart of the Maldives, in a home where tradition lived inthe quiet details of daily life. Both sides of my family were filled with artists and storytellers,and I grew up surrounded by the hum of creativity in every corner. Art was never just a hobby;it was part […]
Growing up in in Bristol and now based in Windsor, I was captivated by motorsport—its roaring engines, split-second decisions, and the unyielding pursuit of perfection.
British Born. Punjabi Raised. Unapologetically Bold. Meet Mehak Kansal, the self-taught chef and founder behind BINDAS Eatery, whose food tells the story of identity, migration, and flavour without borders. From rural Britain to the bustling streets of India, Mehak’s journey to the kitchen wasn’t typical. Raised in a countryside home where no one cooked, Mehak taught herself […]
Hello & Salaam. Born and raised in Northern England to Bangladeshi parents, I grew up at the crossroads of two worlds- the British and Bangladeshi Culture. I was raised in an environment that was rich with British and Bangladeshi culture, tradition, and above all, the Islamic faith. My values have been anchored by my parents […]
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 concluded its mission on March 17, 2025, marking the first fully successful commercial moon landing on the Moon. The mission, which began with a launch on January 15, 2025, to celebrate the time capsule, including Patel’s poem representing Britain, was celebrated by the BBC on the Alice Dale show. […]
Stamped within the melanin that flows within our skin Are age-old stories on survival, resilience, adaptability & community. ~~~~~~ The Sunday cha that brews with its bite of spice Unlocks a history that surpasses a lifetime A history passed down from Dadi & Nani to Mum then Me The ancient blending of spices our very own mystery […]
Stamped within the melanin that flows within our skin Are age-old stories on survival, resilience, adaptability & community. ~~~~~~ The Sunday cha that brews with its bite of spice Unlocks a history that surpasses a lifetime A history passed down from Dadi & Nani to Mum then Me The ancient blending of spices our very own mystery […]
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