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Ramadan Tent Project Hosts Historic Iftar at Shakespeare’s Globe

Ramadan Tent Project Hosts Historic Iftar at Shakespeare’s Globe

The Ramadan Tent Project (RTP) has once again transformed Shakespeare’s Globe into a vibrant space for community and connection, hosting an iftar for nearly 500 attendees, Arab News reported. This marks the RTP’s second event at the iconic 17th-century theater,…
Islamophobic Graffiti in London Linked to Crypto Bounty Campaign

Islamophobic Graffiti in London Linked to Crypto Bounty Campaign

In recent weeks, Islamophobic graffiti has emerged on mosques in east and south London, prompting local authorities to investigate a digital campaign operating through various Telegram groups, English Yabiladi reported. These groups reportedly offered cryptocurrency rewards, including £100, for creating…
UK Unions Urge Action to Protect Creative Workers Amid AI Developments

UK Unions Urge Action to Protect Creative Workers Amid AI Developments

Unions in the UK are calling for immediate action to safeguard workers in the creative industries as artificial intelligence (AI) technology rapidly evolves, The Guardian reported. The Trades Union Congress (TUC) emphasized the need for “proper guardrails” for artists, writers,…
TikTok Under Investigation in the UK for Children’s Data Use

TikTok Under Investigation in the UK for Children’s Data Use

The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched an investigation into TikTok regarding its handling of children’s personal information, Anadolu Agency reported. The inquiry focuses on how the platform utilizes data from users aged 13-17 to recommend content and tailor…
Unique London Underground Map Highlights Halal Restaurants

Unique London Underground Map Highlights Halal Restaurants

A food blogger known as the Halal Food Guy has created an innovative version of the London Underground map, replacing station names with the city’s best Halal restaurants, MyLondon News reported. This unique map aims to help those observing Ramadan…
UK Sees Record Asylum Claims in 2024

UK Sees Record Asylum Claims in 2024

The UK experienced a historic surge in asylum claims in 2024, with 108,138 individuals seeking refuge—the highest number since records began in 1979, Anadolu Agency reported. This figure represents an 18% increase from 2023 and nearly doubles the total from…
University of Sussex Launches UK’s First Climate Justice Degree

University of Sussex Launches UK’s First Climate Justice Degree

The University of Sussex has announced the introduction of the UK’s first undergraduate degree focused on climate justice, set to launch in 2026, The Guardian reported. The BA in “Climate Justice, Sustainability and Development” aims to equip students with essential…
Ramadan Lights Illuminate London for Third Consecutive Year

Ramadan Lights Illuminate London for Third Consecutive Year

The initiative aims to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan, which is expected to commence in early March. The dazzling display features over 30,000 LED bulbs, illuminating the city from 5 PM to 5 AM until March 29. During the lighting…
UK introduces tougher measures to combat Channel crossings and people smuggling

UK introduces tougher measures to combat Channel crossings and people smuggling

The UK government has announced stricter measures to tackle people smuggling, including a new criminal offence for endangering lives at sea, punishable by up to five years in prison, the BBC reported. The Border Security, Asylum, and Immigration Bill also…
UK Universities Urged to Adapt Assessments Amid Surge in AI Use

UK Universities Urged to Adapt Assessments Amid Surge in AI Use

A recent survey reveals a dramatic rise in the use of generative artificial intelligence (genAI) among UK students, prompting calls for universities to “stress-test” assessments, The Guardian reported. The poll, conducted by the Higher Education Policy Institute and Kortext, found…
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