To celebrate VE Day, 10 interesting facts about how south Asians helped in World War Two

To bring to the fore the contributions of India, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh that helped seal Aliied victory and bring peace, here are 10 facts about south Asians in World War Two.

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Eight brands started by south Asians that are selling good and doing good

There are a number of small businesses owned by enterprising south Asians which sell fantastic products and do good either by making the products sustainably or by putting some of their profits towards worthwhile causes.

UK to scrap tampon tax

As part of the UK’s 2020 Budget announced Wednesday 11th March by the Chancellor Rishi Sunak, the tampon tax will be scrapped.

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Tesco launches diverse range of skin colour plasters

In a win for diverse representation, one of the UK’s largest supermarkets, Tesco, has launched plasters in shades ‘medium’ and ‘dark’ to accompany the ‘light’ colour plasters they have always sold.

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Best berry lipsticks for olive-toned skin

Picking the right one enlivens south Asian skin and can bring warmth to the face.

Exercises you can do at home during a global pandemic

New strict guidelines issued by the government yesterday mean that going to the gym and for exercise classes is not advisable. So instead, we look at different workouts you can do at home to stay fit and bolster your mental health.

Simpson's character Apu, to no longer be voiced by Hank Azaria

“Something that started decades ago and was applauded and inoffensive is now politically incorrect. What can you do?”

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British Asian International Women's Day debate at House of Commons

For south Asian women, as women of colour, the intersectionality of issues makes it a harder, murkier battle.

BBC south Asian presenter Naga Munchetty in British Vogue...

…and she talks about racism.

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Disney Junior to launch new show about Indian princess!

It’s to be voiced by an all-star south Asian cast including Freida Pinto and Jameela Jamil.

Review of Mindy Kaling movie, Late Night

It validates the south Asian women’s office experience.

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Why so many British Asians voted Conservative and changed the tide of the December 2019 General Election

To understand why this happened, it is imperative to first understand the unique place south Asians hold in British society.

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What is south Asian hair actually like and how can learning this help you care for your hair?

To know how best to care for your hair, it is important to first learn about your hair on a follicular level.

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What Plaid Cymru is promising to do this General Election

In the lead up to the general election on December 12th, we will be detailing what each of the main political parties are promising to do for women. Next up, Plaid Cymru.

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What the Brexit Party is promising to do for women

In the lead up to the general election on December 12th, we will be detailing what each of the main political parties are promising to do for women. Next up, the Brexit Party.

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What the Green Party is promising to do for women

In the lead up to the general election on December 12th, we will be detailing what each of the main political parties are promising to do for women. Next up, the Green Party.

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What the Liberal Democrats are saying they will do for women

In the lead up to the general election on December 12th, we will be detailing what each of the main political parties are promising to do for women. Next up, the Liberal Democrats party.

What the conservative party is promising to do for women

In the lead up to the general election on December 12th, we will be detailing what each of the main political parties are promising to do for women. Next up, the Conservative party.

What the Labour party manifesto is saying they will do for women

In the lead up to the general election on December 12th, we will be detailing what each of the main political parties are promising to do for women. First up, the Labour party.