Sports

Emdad Rahman: A study by Stirling university’s Dr Ruth Jepson has determined that South Asian people in the UKwill be more likely to exercise if it can be done as part of a group and has a social element. People ...

Councillor Rajib Ahmed took to the field to train and discuss tactics with young footballers at Stepney FC. The Under 12’s were treated to a special visit from Tower Hamlets First Citizen, who joined in a kickabout before delivering a ...

On Sunday, 23rd September Victoria Park will be transformed into a bike riding haven as women from across London will be taking to their bikes, with their friends and family, to join others to celebrate the success of women’s cycling.  With a fun and ...

Emdad Rahman:  “In the Rings with Ali” is a retrospective exhibition to celebrate Muhammad Ali’s 70th year during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. During the Paralympic Games period guests have exclusive access to an exhibition of photographs, memorabilia, audio and video installations, ...

Emdad Rahman:  Two friends leave London on Sunday, 2nd September to cycle around the world. Matt Andrews and Anthony King will pedal in memory of inspirational friend Tony Young and in aid of Brain Tumour UK. Tony died from a ...

Emdad Rahman: Breeze has organised the UK’s first ever event to get thousands of women riding a bike at the same time! To celebrate this awesome event, Sarah Bayaidah organised a nice scenic seven mile heart-route all the along the canals of east London. Meeting at Victoria Park, the group cycled through ...

Emdad Rahman:  Cycling has never been more popular.  Bradley Wiggins made history by becoming the first Brit to win the Tour De France and the Englishman’s phenomenal triumph has led to calls for him to be given a knighthood. During ...

Emdad Rahman interviews Muay Thai champ Ruqsana Begum. Ruqsana Begum entered the macho world of combat sports as a teenager. Fast forward and, after ten years of training, the British Atomweight Muay-Thai boxing champion is now gearing up for a ...

Saturday, 21st July is the day the Borough celebrates the arrival of the Olympic flame. It is due to arrive in the Borough at 1.50pm

Staff at the Spice Business celebrate the coming Olympics.