EMDAD RAHMAN - ALL IN A DAY'S WORK

A new method for clothes drying...

2012-01-28T08:48:00.001Z

Spotted this unconventional drying method in Ilford during the school run. Had to do a double take and reverse, eventually getting out of my car to take the pic. Adds to the general scenery wouldn't you agree?

Liverpool v Manchester United: FA Cup preview

2012-01-27T17:54:00.001Z

Stage set for Liverpool v Manchester United clash Original article Emdad Rahman: The backslapping and adulation has barely subsided and Liverpool find themselves gearing up for another blockbuster at Anfield. After the pulsating Carling Cup semi-final defeat of Roberto Mancini’s Manchester City, Steven Gerrard has led the battle cry and called on his team mates to regain their focus before the

Les cadres d'Ella & Pitr

2012-01-26T20:59:00.003Z

Where's Wally? I'm in there somewhere... Les cadres d'Ella & Pitr. from ella et pitr on Vimeo.

Downing Street meeting for Holocaust survivor and Student Ambassadors

2012-01-26T20:55:00.003Z

Rt Hon David Cameron MP, the Prime Minister, and Rt Hon Nick Clegg MP, the Deputy Prime Minister, joined Holocaust survivor Ben Helfgott MBE and Student Ambassadors who have taken part in the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Lessons from Auschwitz Project in signing the Trust’s Holocaust Memorial Day Book of Commitment at 10 Downing Street. Ben Helfgott MBE is a remarkable man, who having survived

New rules of service

2012-01-26T20:41:00.001Z

Spotted this cracker (pun intended) at my scrumptious Chinese lunchtime eaterie. They didn't smile when I mentioned the funny side On a serious note. My workmate say's that doing as such is a social faux pas. I stand to be corrected...

Message to readers

2012-01-26T20:36:00.000Z

Ground-breaking service becomes the largest online support network for people with HIV in its first year

2012-01-26T20:26:00.002Z

A year today, Friday 27 January, after its launch, almost 3,000 people with HIV in the UK are part of myHIV, a groundbreaking online support system. This makes it the largest community of people with HIV in the UK, with people helping each other to manage their health and wellbeing. MyHIV is part of Life Plus, a suite of integrated online, face-to-face and telephone support services for people

The Asian Football Awards 2012 Winners Announced

2012-01-26T20:07:00.000Z

Emdad Rahman: The first ever Asian Football Awards supported by The FA and Kick It Out, with Sporting Equals as its legacy partner saw leading figures come out to support the glitzy event at the home of football, Wembley Stadium. Guests for this event included David Bernstein (FA Chairman), Paul Elliot, Graham Le Saux, Piara Powar, Mihir Bose, Gurinder Chadha (Bend It Like Beckham) and award

Team London Volunteers Deliver Football Tournament

2012-01-26T12:35:00.001Z

A group of young people volunteering at the Bangladesh Football Association organised a 5-a-side football tournament during the festive period. The 6 young people have been volunteering at BFA since October 2011 and wanted to do something for other young people in their community. The young people attended an Event Management course to learn the basics around how to organise and deliver an

Brits’ Summer Holiday Plans During the Olympics

2012-01-26T12:20:00.001Z

2.5 million planning to take time off to go to events With only 6 months to go until London 2012, ABTA - The Travel Association reveals approximately 2.5 million people are expected to take time off work to attend events in or around the Games in London and other Olympic venues around the UK. According to research commissioned by ABTA, a further five million are expected to take time off to

Wembley here we come

2012-01-25T23:04:00.001Z

League cup semi finalLiverpool 2-2 Man City (Liverpool win 3-2 on aggregate)De Jong has the home side on the rocksPulsating shot past the Red rearguardDowd spots Richards handling in the boxSteve Gerrard, GerrardSky Blues once again snatch the leadDefence failing to cut out DzekoCity struggle with a former star's speedAttack, attack, attack is the echoInto the box and a slick exchangeCut throat

"Uncle" Frank Dobson

2012-01-25T17:26:00.000Z

Save your diesel, I've heard the "twins" & "only their mother can tell them apart" gags before thank you

Anfield expects Reds to deliver

2012-01-25T14:20:00.001Z

Liverpool v Manchester City: Carling Cup semi-final preview By Emdad Rahman Original article - Many egos in the Kop dressing room will be bruised and battered after Kenny Dalglish ripped into his lightweights after an abject and downtrodden performance at the Reebok Stadium at the weekend. Dalglish said his players were distracted by the semi-final encounter against Manchester City and now have

British Bangladeshi Power 100 launched in Westminster

2012-01-25T13:16:00.002Z

Emdad Rahman: During a press conference at Portcullis House, Westminster, Abdal Ullah, Ayesha Qureshi MBE and Nobab Uddin launched the first ever British Bangladeshi Power 100 list. The list is a compendium of individuals, who through ideas, innovation, intervention and participation, are influencing the British Bangladeshi community in Britain today. Speaking about the list Ayesha Qureshi

A game of two corners - Paul Owens

2012-01-23T12:11:00.002Z

Making use of the howling elements A bag of air was impeccably pinged Disarray in Glenavon's box As Paul Owens took hold of the wind Bannsiders hero teed up twice Ex Carrick lofted Davy O’Hare Limavady man's brace all the talk Carbon copy the Lurgan Blues despair Said Paul of his inswinging corners“Second was a wee bit lucky”“Unluckily Davy got a touch there”When the alert goalie thwarted

Today's Origami

2012-01-22T15:39:00.000Z

Dove of peace...

Reeboxed

2012-01-21T21:34:00.002Z

Bolton 3-1 Liverpool Mark Davies opened from fifteen yardsNigel Reo-Coker adds a second Owen Coyle’s Trotters off to a flyerFirst points for seven years beckoned Hope arrived before the intervalBogdan beaten by BellamyBack line frailties then took overWith Gretar Steinsson’s volley Agger may have kissed the barReds seemed down with battle fatigueLowest goals at this stage of the season Since

Tower Hamlets Life

2012-01-21T15:15:00.000Z

View from Talia House, Manchester Road, E14...

Photomonth samples

2012-01-21T14:55:00.000Z

Today's Origami

2012-01-21T14:42:00.000Z

Condor...

Tower Hamlets Life

2012-01-21T14:35:00.002Z

Herring Gull by Jane Ackroyd - Narrow Street, E14...

Community bids farewell to Shahidul Hassan

2012-01-20T15:06:00.001Z

Emdad Rahman: The community said a final farewell to St Paul's Way Trust School pupil Shahidul Hassan who drowned after accidentally falling into the local Canal last week. Those around him tried very hard to rescue him however they were unable to do so. Grahame Price the head teacher of St Paul's Way trust School visited the bereaved family and passed on the heartfelt condolences of everyone

Dream In Colour

2012-01-19T19:33:00.000Z

Dream In Colour An exhibition by Stylorouge 11th Jan - 3rd Feb PV 11th 6.30-9pm Legendary designers for Blur, Trainspotting & The Cure produce their first series of contemporary artworks to coincide with their 30th anniversary. Featuring works by: Rob O'Connor / Mark Higenbottam / Mikkel Lundsager Hansen / Michele Rossi / Jojo Ma / Jamie Gibson / Aaron Munday / Viv Dykes “Stylorouge's

Fundraising initiative: Studio 1:1

2012-01-19T19:24:00.000Z

Open Thursday to Sunday, 12noon - 6pm, or by appointment. Private view: Thursday 19th January, 6 - 9pm Private view: At 7pm the event will be opened by Sacha Craddock Private view: with a short introduction. Craig Andrews, Oliver Bancroft, Stuart Barnes, Richard Bateman, Yves Beaumont, Amanda Benson, Anna Boggon, Christopher Bond, Alexander

Art against knives

2012-01-19T19:07:00.000Z

Art Against Knives is a youth-led charity which works to reduce the root causes of knife crime through arts initiatives that provide an alternative to violent gang culture. AAK was born from the tragic and unprovoked stabbing of Oliver Hemsley, a 21-year-old student from Central Saint Martin’s College of Art & Design. The vicious attack, which has left Oliver in a wheelchair, took place in

Plans announced for Olympic Hockey test event

2012-01-17T22:12:00.002Z

Some of the world’s best hockey teams have been announced to play in the Visa International Invitational Hockey Tournament, a test event for London 2012 and part of the London Prepares series. The event, which will take place at the brand new Riverbank Arena on the Olympic Park from 2–6 May, will feature the men’s Australian and German teams, currently ranked number one and two in the world. The

Construction starts on gigantic new sculpture in the Olympic Park

2012-01-17T22:08:00.002Z

The ‘RUN’ installation has been created by internationally-renowned artist Monica Bonvicini. The artwork is made up of three nine-metre-tall letters forming the word RUN in capital letters, each weighing ten tonnes. It will be largest standalone sculpture on the Park and will be located outside the Copper Box. The letters are made from steel and reflective glass to create a mirror effect during

End of an era for the Chief Yeoman Warder

2012-01-17T21:03:00.003Z

EMDAD RAHMAN meets the Tower of London’s Chief Beefeater John Keohane MVO BEM, Chief Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London, is retiring at the end of this month after more than two decades service at Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress. The Chief Yeoman Warder is the most senior member of the Sovereign's Bodyguard based at the Tower of London known as the Body of Yeoman Warders, and

Today's Origami

2012-01-17T20:15:00.000Z

Swan...

Braving the Cold for Gaza’s Children

2012-01-16T21:53:00.001Z

There is a story taking place- thousands of miles away- which you will not see on the news. Gone are the images of war-torn Palestine and the people of Gaza under siege. Gone are the constant headlines and the non-stop reporting. All that is left are the everyday people of Gaza trying to meet their everyday needs in extraordinary circumstances. Since 2009, the medical infrastructure of Gaza

British Bangladeshi Power 100 - 2012

2012-01-16T21:39:00.002Z

Most of the forefathers of our Bangladeshi community were immigrants who arrived in UK from the 1950’s onwards. They came then and also after the liberation of Bangladesh, bringing with them large groups of their family, settling with their parents and spouses in the UK. Ethnically the majority of British Asians come from specific locations in their home countries. For example over 90% of the

Is Gerrard the best ever?

2012-01-16T12:54:00.001Z

Steven Gerrard's influence at Liverpool is beyond comparison By Emdad Rahman Original article Steven Gerrard enjoyed a week where he returned to the first team fold for Liverpool and fired a supreme penalty to beat England stopper Joe Hart for a 1-0 Carling Cup win against Manchester City. The following day, the Liverpool captain joined Damien Comolli to sign a new contract to see out the

Darlington

2012-01-16T08:06:00.002Z

Will Darlington go bust?Is the question on everyone’s lips“Someone will arrive, they always do”To prevent a total eclipse Three nil loss to BarrowYes, it’s more than a bad patchBut the supporters are determinedIt’s not the Quakers last match “It’s a billion pound industry”I’m annoyed and persistently pesterSomething, somewhere, doesn’t feel rightBut hold on, there’s a mystery investor Number7©

Today's Origami

2012-01-15T20:02:00.000Z

High speed fighter plane...

Tower Hamlets Life

2012-01-15T17:46:00.000Z

Buy a carpet, pray, catch the DLR - Estate Mosque (Shadwell)

Today's Origami

2012-01-15T14:46:00.004Z

Instead of a man on the moon the Japanese see a rabbit making Mochi...

Lost and Found at Travelodge - Vintage comics, supercar keys, hamsters and babies!

2012-01-15T14:30:00.003Z

A 4ft Stuffed Macaw Parrot, A Baby, Santa’s Grotto, A Vera Wang Wedding Gown, A Mr Blobby Costume and A Rare Toby Jug Make the 2011 Travelodge List Of Bizarre Left Behinds Where would you find a four foot stuffed Macaw parrot, a life size Santa’s Grotto, a Vera Wang wedding gown, a baby, a Mr Blobby costume and a rare Toby jug? Where else but Travelodge’s Lost and Found office! Today, the UK’s

All Stoked Up - Liverpool 0-0 Stoke

2012-01-14T18:53:00.002Z

Top five slot just out of reach Five at the back was Kenny’s way Seventh home league draw Pulis hailed a “brilliant display” No Red typhoon to topple The Potters house of cards Kuyt with the best of the chances Shockingly wide from eight yards Race for fourth far from over History provides some reason Sixth at twenty games four years ago Reds still finished third that season 14.01.12 Number7

Khalid Hussain, a Bangla lens-man to work for BRAC UK

2012-01-14T18:12:00.003Z

Khalid Hussain, a 2nd generation British Bangladeshi photographer from the East London has been appointed as the official photographer for BARC UK the largest NGO in the world based in Bangladesh. He owns locally based photography company ‘Photogenic Studio’ focusing on event photography ranging from large corporate and political events to small intimate family ones. After an initial set up

British Bangladesh Power 100

2012-01-14T17:50:00.001Z

This is a new initiative launched by Abdal Ullah, Councillor for Stepney & St Dunstan’s. During a pre launch interview Councillor Ullah said: “As we celebrate 40 years of Bangladeshi independence, I believe it is time to recognise and celebrate the success of the Bangladeshi community in the UK. “I strongly believe we have amongst us individuals and organisations with real influence who make a

How villages and towns in Bengal dressed London ladies in the 17th, 18th and early 19th centuries

2012-01-14T17:40:00.001Z

For more than three centuries textiles from Bengal were worn by fashionable London women creating a special link between the capital and the Indian sub-continent. Now, a dozen members of East London’s diverse communities will help bring that little-known Bengal-British connection to light with the aid of a £48,300 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). The Stepney Community Trust will

Men turn the heating up at home so they can wear less clothes

2012-01-14T17:20:00.001Z

One in four men crank the heating up at home just so they can wear a t-shirt all year round, according to research from Worcester, Bosch Group. In contrast, women are more likely to warm themselves up in other ways, with 63% opting to put another layer of clothes on before turning the heating up to a higher temperature. Survey of 1,000 18 - 55 year olds: • 75% of people in the East Midlands

Jenny Jones salutes Occupy London protestors as camp reaches 3-month milestone

2012-01-14T17:03:00.001Z

As the Occupy London camp at St Paul’s Cathedral passes the 3-month mark on Sunday, Green Party Mayoral candidate Jenny Jones said: “Against the odds, the protesters have maintained a constant voice of dissent in the City for 3 long months. “Their camp has given voice to the frustrations felt by many people over the current economic situation and they have been a constant of inconvenience to the

Today's Origami

2012-01-14T16:18:00.000Z

Fusen balloon

Kevin Williams - e-petition

2012-01-14T16:14:00.007Z

(A request from Anne Williams) Give Kevin Williams his inquest under section 13 of the coroners Act, we have all the evidence under this section but keep getting refused. Responsible department: Attorney General's Office. Kevin Williams died in the Hillsborough disaster in1989, Kevin's Inquests were riddled with coruption, suppressing of vital evidence and perverting the course of JUSTICE.

Today's Origami

2012-01-11T22:18:00.000Z

Raven...

Reds look to capitalise on weakened City

2012-01-11T17:14:00.000Z

Manchester City v Liverpool: Carling Cup previewBy Emdad Rahman Original article Team news Tonight sees the much anticipated third clash of the season between Manchester City and Liverpool as the two sides meet in the semi-final of the Carling Cup. Steven Gerrard could be handed a start this evening, following an impressive return to the first XI in Friday night's FA Cup thumping of Oldham at

Today's Origami

2012-01-08T19:08:00.000Z

Ninja stars (with help from my boys & nephew) & a Sampan boat...

The Dark side of Dubai

2012-01-08T19:02:00.000Z

Dubai was meant to be a Middle-Eastern Shangri-La, a glittering monument to Arab enterprise and western capitalism. But as hard times arrive in the city state that rose from the desert sands, an uglier story is emerging. Johann Hari reports. Full article...

Today's Origami

2012-01-08T15:10:00.000Z

Sampan boat...

Kop Cup Magic

2012-01-07T20:55:00.000Z

FA Cup Third round Liverpool 5-1 Oldham Robbie Simpson with an early scare Bellamy levelled the affair Again from Jonjo the chrome dome Stevie G on the scoresheet Sweet Carroll Nine found his feet As Kenny Dalglish's Reds romped home Carroll's critics got diaper rash With the big man's super smash Kop roaring and applauding In the quest for the pinnacle Red Army ever so clinical With even

Barking Life

2012-01-07T16:14:00.000Z

Don't do as I say - Just ignore me!!!

Today's Origami

2012-01-07T16:11:00.000Z

Zebra

Barking Life

2012-01-07T16:09:00.000Z

Regeneration...

Enjoying the ambience

2012-01-07T16:05:00.001Z

Nothing like eating PFC outside during a blustery cold day on east India Dock Road...

Plainspotting at Heathrow

2012-01-07T16:03:00.000Z

Eastlands Power Serg

2012-01-04T22:42:00.002Z

Man City 3-0 Liverpool Suarez begins an eight game ban Hopes for Sweet Carroll to emerge Liverpool stand by their man Then meet Aguero's power Serg Looping dipper squirms under Reina Second a zipped header from Toure Skertel then grazes Yaya Milner's penalty shrieks hooray Sending off riles Mancini Dalglish's men did go all out Red card for Gareth Barry In the end still a three nil rout

Gary Ablett – 1965-2012

2012-01-03T10:23:00.002Z

By Emdad Rahman Original article: On behalf of Gary Ablett’s family the League Managers Association has confirmed that former Liverpool defender Gary passed away peacefully following a hard fought 16 month battle against non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Liverpool Football Club announced that they were saddened to learn of the death of their former player. After signing apprentice forms in 1983, Kenny

Gary Ablett – 1965-2012

2012-01-02T14:22:00.001Z

Ablett played the Goodison soireeAfter a Red debut given by KennyFirst man with Liverpool and EvertonTo lift the FA Cup at Wembley Storming the league in eighty eightDeadly with Barnes on the left flank Lost the FA Cup to Plough LaneDons halting the unstoppable tank 2 league titles, 2 FA Cups Youth flourished under “Seb’s” watchful eyeAged forty six he succumbed to lifeFootball bids Gary Ablett

Bellamy brace downs Toon

2012-01-02T10:46:00.000Z

Liverpool 3-1 Newcastle Might from Cabaye and Demba Ba Forced an own goal from AggerDiverting the ball past Reina Two goal blitz by BellamyWelcomed back from injuryGoal scoring return from the Skipper The Kop stopped the trafficKenny Dalglish was ecstaticHenderson with the energy and drive With Gerrard as the rudderCarroll made the post shudderReds go straight back into the top five 30.12.11

2011 in review: Liverpool

2011-12-30T11:55:00.001Z

By Emdad Rahman Orignal article: Twelve months have passed by in a flash. Here’s a fan's perspective of the highlights and lowlights of the year. January Kenny Dalglish is dragged off his sun bed and thrust headfirst into the Anfield hot seat for the second time. There is a mass outpouring of jubilation and expectation as King Kenny takes over from Roy Hodgson. In one of the astonishing

Christmas Day 2011 at the Whitechapel Mission

2011-12-27T17:04:00.002Z

I got to the Mission for 5:30 am for a hilarious start, as upon entry I was asked if I was on probation. A curt “no!” sufficed. The always bubbling Sue Miller was next up to meet and welcome. Being greeted by the fabulous Sue is tantamount to an instant early mornings shake me up. You instantly lose the dreariness and stand to attention. The encounter revs you up for the work ahead. Sue gave me

Blackburnt

2011-12-26T16:59:00.000Z

Liverpool 1-1 Blackburn Breezy Boxing day at Anfield Suarez and Carroll paired up front Boosted by Stevie G's return Kenny's men still take the brunt Maxi denied a sure penalty Steve Keen still bottom of the poll Another nightmare for Charlie Adam Gifting Rovers a first goal Maxi squares things at the far post Yet lessons still to be learnt Skipper's appearance lifts the crowd But the Reds

The great Christmas truce of 1914

2011-12-25T18:57:00.005Z

Sub zero in the trenches of Armentieres It’s the bizarre event of the year Amidst the ravaging spectacle of war Looms a most certain killer Through football the great healer Death stench of the “Great War” Foes come together to scent Those darkened days of yore A cacophony of despair Before the aerial bombardment Poisoned gas attacks Sprayed with so much resent No guns and roses in the

Barking Life

2011-12-24T11:00:00.002Z

Information sought on missing woman - Carly Kalmar

2011-12-24T10:11:00.007Z

Police are seeking information from the public on the whereabouts of missing woman Carly Kalmar, 27 years, who hasn't been seen by her family Saturday 10 December. Carly who usually lives at Andrew's Farm was reported missing on Thursday 22 December and is described as, Caucasian 160cm, 45kg, with fair complexion, medium build and shoulder length blonde/brown hair. Carly also has a blue

Red all over the land - Issues 167 & 168

2011-12-23T17:48:00.005Z

The new, and hopefully better website is now up and running. It‘s still in the process of being completed but it is there. Please visit and take a look. As time permits it will be added to and hopefully it will be to the viewers liking. The address is www.redallovertheland.com. Website.

Tower Hamlets Life - Banksy strikes again!

2011-12-22T22:17:00.002Z

DW stalemate

2011-12-21T22:21:00.000Z

Wigan 0-0 Liverpool Showered the festive glitter Not quite the war of the roses Glen Johnson missed a sitter Whilst the Red sea parted for Moses Brilliance from Ali Al Habsi Beat the spot kick past his post Adam lacking the accuracy Latics not playing the good host Costly for King Kenny's men Blue troops jostled and contained Martinez leapt up time and again Two lost or a point gained?

Bellamy magic!

2011-12-20T19:47:00.002Z

Aston Villa 0-2 Liverpool Whilst Darren Bent was out shoppingFifth away win inspired by Bellamy Struck the opener from close range Clever flick from Jonjo Shelvey Welsh dragon turned providerLofting one onto the chrome domeFifteenth minute corner For leaping Martin Skrtel to head home Villa's sorely lacked a cutting edgeWhilst the Reds have the best defenceVilla with one win in fourteenDalglish’

Today's Origami

2011-12-19T21:44:00.000Z

Bird warrior...

Cabwise - Message from John Biggs

2011-12-16T21:25:00.004Z

At this time of year most of us will be going out seeing friends and family, office parties and New Year’s celebrations. It is even more important to stay safe and not put yourself at risk by getting into illegal taxis. You wouldn’t get into a stranger’s car during the day, so why risk it at night when you’re more vulnerable? Attacks are down, but they are still happening, women travelling home

Camden’s creativity unlocked

2011-12-16T21:23:00.002Z

A new Making Things Happen Lab will be created in Camden to help budding young entrepreneurs who are not in work or training realise their ambitions. The Lab is one of eight new projects which have been successful in securing investment through Camden Council’s groundbreaking Innovation Fund, it was announced this week. Through the fund the Council has committed to investing in the best new

Tower Hamlets Life

2011-12-16T21:21:00.000Z

Today's Origami

2011-12-16T21:17:00.000Z

A better attempt at a butterfly...

Aston Villa v Liverpool - Key stats

2011-12-16T12:14:00.001Z

Original article - Emdad Rahman: With Barclays Premier League points a priority, Alex McLeish’s Aston Villa will provide stiff opposition for Liverpool at Villa Park this Sunday. The match will provide an indicator of how important it is for both teams to splash the cash in the over inflated January transfer window. Liverpool need three points to bolster their Champions League ambitions, whilst

Torres-Suarez partnership would be stuff of fantasy

2011-12-14T17:01:00.003Z

Would Fernando Torres be welcomed back at Liverpool? By Emdad Rahman Orginal article - On this dismally cold day we are told that Roman Abramovich is allegedly seeking £20 million to part company with Chelsea hit man Fernando Torres. Torres arrived at Chelsea amidst a storm. He immediately endeared himself to the Blues when saying that he was pleased to be playing at a “big club.” But such is

Today's Origami

2011-12-11T18:19:00.001Z

Birds of prey & peace

Reds cock a Hoop - Liverpool 1-0 QPR

2011-12-11T14:33:00.002Z

Luiz's first since October Did much to scent the odour Prized and feared he still remains With a start for Maxi Lou headed past Radek Cerny Broke a streak baffling the best football brains Adam whipped in a back slider Viper pounced with a deft header A win after four draws at Anfield First since the Mersey derby Then Faurlin failed with a penalty Three points for King Kenny's yield 10.12.11

Barking Life

2011-12-10T18:39:00.000Z

Took this a while back - Too much power, too little sense it seems. The family resident at this Barking address where greeted by a surprise visitor as their friendly neighbourhood BMW crashed in for tea. Thankfully there were no fatalities or major casualties. The German speed demon is unhurt and well on the way to a full recovery...

Today's Origami

2011-12-10T18:35:00.001Z

Paku Paku Dragon Bird with moving jaw, and a pink Elephant...

Regenerating the Ocean...

2011-12-10T18:31:00.003Z

Visiting Craven Cottage - Club tour – Fulham FC

2011-12-10T18:26:00.001Z

Emdad Rahman I’ve been to Anfield, Old Trafford and Wembley, but this stadium tour took the longest to arrange. It’s the tour that’s taken months to arrange. “This better be worth it,” I muttered to myself whilst setting dates prior to this visit. We arrived ahead of time and excitedly stood outside the Fulham cafe on the Stevenage Road, right next to the Johnny Haynes statue. Right on cue our

Health advice from Lewis Carroll Library - Islington

2011-12-08T12:48:00.003Z

I came across this gem of a piece of advice yesterday. I've highlighted in red and green below. Wonderfully hilarious...

Tower Hamlets Life

2011-12-08T12:38:00.000Z

Top floor of Anderson House, Poplar...

Barking Life

2011-12-08T12:30:00.000Z

The missus and little one at Dr Gupta's GP surgery, Salisbury Avenue yesterday evening...

Socrates - The Good Doctor

2011-12-06T21:43:00.008Z

Eder, Falcao, CerezoGreatest team with ZicoTo never lift the world cups weight Two footed schemerAlways cracking a dreamerAn all time Seleçao great Thunderous thirty yarderWhipping the USSRGraceful playmaker's foot drill Skipper shone like a firecrackerTill the last kick at the AztecaIn the green and gold of Brazil The bearded one becameMaster of the beautiful gameWillowy like a subtle breeze

Dempsey ends win streak

2011-12-05T22:14:00.004Z

Fulham 0-0 Liverpool The last time it was five But no more test drive Reds lacked a Christmas Carroll Suarez dictated the play Then a red card for Jay Left them staring down a barrel Martin Jol sought a first win Fulham went for the win Richard told me 'we'll leave you stranded' Pepe spilled from Murphy Knocked in by Dempsey Kenny's men left empty handed 05.12.11 Number7 (c) Emdad Rahman

Muslims & Christians unite against sex education

2011-12-05T18:36:00.004Z

The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) organised a Conference in London at Westminster against Pornographic sex education programmes in schools and under the title: Sex education is sexual sabotage. The Conference was co-hosted by the Working Party on the Sexualisation of Children under the Lords and Commons Family and Child Protection Group. Many Representatives of national

Bijoy Phool – The flower of victory

2011-12-05T17:59:00.003Z

Today’s Concept can be Tomorrow’s Tradition Emdad Rahman: “Bijoyphool” (the flower of victory) is the symbol of victory of Bangladesh’s liberation war. In light of the historical significance of the Poppy appeal and as a way of remembrance for all the national heroes, the wonderfully acclaimed Poet Shamim Azad was inspired and began highlighting her thoughts and ideas about the “Bijoyphool”.

Blooming Tower Hamlets

2011-12-05T17:04:00.000Z

Cyril Jackson school...

Newark B slay St Katharine

2011-12-05T14:10:00.000Z

Emdad Rahman: Newark B of the Second Division tigerishly fought back against St Katharine , the in form 1st Division league leaders to progress to the Quarter finals of the Inner London Footbal League (ILFL) League Cup. Both teams have enjoyed intense rivalry over recent years and supporters have seen some epic derby games. St Katharine started hungrier and their smooth interchanging passes

King Edward Memorial Park

2011-12-05T14:06:00.002Z

Meeting tonight! Time: 19:00 until 21:00 Where Raine House, Raine Street E1W 3RJ Please come and join us for an update on the campaign progress and the ongoing consultation. Lots of things to discuss!

Today's healthy lunch...

2011-12-02T22:47:00.001Z

Fulham v Liverpool: Pre-match stats

2011-12-02T18:07:00.002Z

By Emdad Rahman Original article - Liverpool have been enjoying their trips to London with this season, securing three wins out of four in the capital. The exception being the clash against Harry Redknapp’s Tottenham, a game where the Reds had two men sent off. In the last fortnight Kenny Dalglish’s team have twice despatched Chelsea with controlled ease, sending out a stark reminder of what

Crisis at Christmas

2011-12-01T20:38:00.002Z

It's December and whilst everyone enjoys the festive period please spare a thought for the needy. Let's do something amazing this year - support Crisis.

Folnu Meah - Reluctant hero

2011-11-30T22:31:00.001Z

I'm here with Folnu Meah outside Rutherford House on the Collingwod Estate, off Brady Street. Young Folnu is a hero after he used his considerable frame to catch and break the fall of a depressed woman who had jumped off the balcony above. Thanks to Folnu, the lady survived the fall and suffered no injuries. She is recovering well. Well done son!!! Read my front page report HERE...

Christmas 2011

2011-11-30T13:44:00.005Z

These are the first I've spotted this year - Cranleigh Gardens, Barking...

East End Derby

2011-11-30T12:19:00.002Z

Bethnal Green United and Sporting Bengal in FA Vase showdown Emdad Rahman: This week sees two great football matches being played between Tower Hamlets two senior football clubs, Bethnal Green United and Sporting Bengal. Both clubs have been playing consistently well in the Essex Senior League’s Premier Division this season and sit comfortably in mid table. The first match played tonight 7:

Singing the Blues - Chelsea 0-2 Liverpool

2011-11-29T22:02:00.009Z

League Cup Quarter Final 2011 Battle at the Bridge with Chelsea Another scorcher from that man Maxi Sweet Carroll fluffs a penaltyNo such sweat for the King Kenny Yet again Maxi and the right back are free De ja vu assist from Bellamy No end in sight for Torres' misery The clincher nodded in by Kelly Glum faced sat the skipper Terry As the pressure piles on AVB Brick wall Lucas with sublime