The National Health Service turned 70 on 5 July 2018. To mark its incredible milestone, we’re looking back at its humble beginnings and celebrating its…
Take the fun outside and give your outdoor space a little revamp with vibrant and playful pieces from Poolside, the latest summer trend from John…
They say ‘life begins at 40.’ For Glynis Wright, this really was the case. The award-winning family lawyer speaks to Keya Modessa about how she…
Smita Vadnerkar opened Nupur Arts over 25 years ago with just one student. The artistic director talks to Keya Modessa about her passionate ambition which helped…
Award-winning independent filmmaker Jess O’Brien talks to Keya Modessa about her latest project and being a voice for a young generation. A lot of things…
Multi-talented sports star Tyrese Johnson-Fisher talks to James Knuckey about heading Stateside and embracing an opportunity that only comes around once in a lifetime. Athletic…
It’s always refreshing to see unique designers and creative makers from Leicester which is why we were immediately drawn to the work of Wren and…
Singer–songwriter and all–round musician, Oliver Sean has been singing for as long as he can remember. Keya Modessa caught up with him to talk Grammys,…
Priti Raichura speaks to Pukaar Magazine about how she strives to create unforgettable events for her clients. It was while working with her husband, an established wedding…
Anietie Isong’s debut novel is a funny, satirical portrait of contemporary Nigeria. Keya Modessa meets the man who went from radio reporter to published author.…
Earlier this year a bronze statue of Leicester’s leading suffragette, Alice Hawkins was unveiled in the city centre. Here, Jessica Challoner-Sterland speaks to the sculptor,…
Tucked away amongst the outcrops of Charnwood Forest you’ll find Stoneywell. This stone cottage was built between 1897 -1899 by Leicester-born architect Ernest Gimson. Built originally…
Nicknamed the Big Easy because of its laid-back attitude to life, Keya Modessa discovers the captivating music scene, cultural charm and Creole cuisine of New Orleans. Why go? The…
The Observer called her the Face of Fiction for 2017. Keya Modessa talks to author Mahsuda Snaith who explains how her debut novel came to…
Judge Simon Hammond has been providing justice in the court of law for more than 23 years. Following his retirement last year, he reflects on…
It’s hard not to stop and stare at the bright colours and bold brush strokes created by artist Tim Fowler. The 32-year-old has been painting…
She’s the actress who bagged a role in Sky One’s original period drama. Naomi Battrick talks to Keya Modessa about the challenging role and her big…
2017 proved to be a great year for Marcus Joseph. The Leicester-born saxophonist, spoken word artist, writer, composer and teacher speaks about his creative inspiration,…
