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Young Black Women Are Finally Leading UK Coming-Of-Age TV — But Will It Last?

Young Black Women Are Finally Leading UK Coming-Of-Age TV — But Will It Last?

As a long-time fan of coming-of-age stories, the buzz around shows like Queenie and Boarders marks to me what feels like a turning point in UK television. Over the past few years, we’ve seen a wave of series centring nuanced, well-written, emotionally complex portrayals of Black British girlhood and young […]

Money Diary: A Personal Assistant On £47,500

Money Diary: A Personal Assistant On £47,500

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last penny. This week: “I’m a 35-year-old personal assistant living in London. I moved here almost seven years ago from […]