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May 4th: Today’s Feature
Apart from her musical endeavours, Leigh-Anne is also known for her advocacy work on various racial issues and her efforts towards promoting racial equality. Her dedication to these causes led to her receiving the National Diversity and Visionary Honour Award. Furthermore, her documentary titled "Leigh-Anne: Race, Pop & Power" released in 2021 received critical acclaim and was even nominated for Best Authored Documentary at the 26th National Television Awards.
May 4


May 3rd: Today’s Feature
Mark Alleyne holds the distinction of being the first Black British and the third Black individual overall to coach an English first-class cricket team. He follows in the footsteps of Derief Taylor and John Shepherd, making a significant impact in the world of cricket coaching.
May 3


May 2nd: Today’s Feature
Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua OBE was born on October 15, 1989, in Watford, Hertfordshire. His parents are Yeta and Robert Joshua, with his mother being of Nigerian descent and his father having Nigerian and Irish roots. Joshua's Nigerian heritage can be traced back to the Yoruba people, where he holds an aristocratic rank. Interestingly, his cousin, Ben Ileyemi, is also a professional boxer, and they both began their professional boxing careers in 2013.
May 2


May 1st: Today’s Feature
Born and raised in Wandsworth, London, Leomie Anderson is of Jamaican descent and embarked on her modelling career at the young age of 14 after being discovered. Initially aspiring to become a fashion journalist, her path took a different turn when she caught the attention of renowned designer Marc Jacobs at the age of 17, who promptly booked her for her first catwalk show, marking the beginning of a fruitful collaboration.
May 1
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