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DARREN LEWIS: 'It's up to each of us to challenge hate from thugs and racists'
DARREN LEWIS: 'It's up to each of us to challenge hate from thugs and racists'

Daily Mirror

time3 days ago

  • Politics
  • Daily Mirror

DARREN LEWIS: 'It's up to each of us to challenge hate from thugs and racists'

Our society is poisoned by the ­narrative that the UK is under threat from Black and Brown men. The systematic bid to deem anyone non-white as someone to fear is at ­critical mass, writes Darren Lewis We warned about it. Now it's ­happening. Pockets of hate from thugs and racists, fed on lies and hungry to choose violence. I saw some distressing examples on social media last week: a Black man grabbed by the neck by a middle-aged white guy and punched – with his assailant demanding to know his address and telling him to '**** off'. And the viral clip that appeared to show a racially aggravated assault on two elderly Sikh men outside ­Wolverhampton railway station. Three teenagers have been arrested. And the man attacked and racially abused by two men at a Metro Station in North Shields in broad daylight. hurling insults at Black Bournemouth player Antoine Semenyo. Arrests have been made, but these kind of attacks continue across the country. Many highlight the spike in the number of Muslims and migrants harassed and assaulted in public across England since last summer's riots and the explosion of hate and xenophobia. The attackers don't even care about being filmed with phone cameras these days. They are fuelled by the rhetoric of the usual suspects spreading fear and ­division on social media. You will have heard it from the ­politicians indulged by print, TV and radio platforms who care less for the safety of ordinary people than they do for the engagement that anger and controversy generates. It is getting worse. Last week, Good Morning Britain newsreader Marverine Cole reiterated a truth we've known for some time now. Our society is poisoned by the ­narrative that the UK is under threat from Black and Brown men. The systematic bid to deem anyone non-white as someone to fear is at ­critical mass. It has never really gone away. Enoch Powell, the National Front and others pushed it in the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s. In the past 15 years or so it has been UKIP, then the Tories and Reform in a race to the bottom, with Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer even pandering to the online right. Now, powered by Big Tech, it is rampant. When it triggered an indiscriminate targeting of Black and Brown people on the UK's streets last summer, sections of our mainstream media threw their hands in the air in faux outrage, asking: 'How could this happen?' Now some of those same platforms are producing rage bait for those who either don't have time or the inclination to read the details. The attacks you've read about here are so often the result. And the tip of the iceberg. Sections of social – and mainstream – media are dripping with the hate that will get someone killed. And if that happens, not a single one of them will be able to wash the blood off their hands. ‌ The standard of our politicians, on all sides, is so poor there are few principled enough to lead us through this nightmare. So it's on us to push back. To support those producing the stats to expose, for example, the lie that London has fallen. Crime has been proven to have fallen there. ‌ More of us need to debunk the liars and fantasists skewing statistics and throwing around words like 'per capita' to claim men arriving on small boats are more likely to commit crime compared to the rest of us. More of us need to point out the lack of focus on paedophiles like Gordon Hamilton, Stuart Compton and Michael Bolderston, all white, all sentenced in the past few weeks. As a father of two girls, protecting them from animals from any demographic has, and will always be, a priority. We now have to protect each other from those who wish to divide us.

PSG storm back to beat Spurs on penalties after 2-2 draw
PSG storm back to beat Spurs on penalties after 2-2 draw

Yahoo

time14-08-2025

  • Sport
  • Yahoo

PSG storm back to beat Spurs on penalties after 2-2 draw

European champions PSG added to their recent trophy haul by beating Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday in Northern Italy. The French giants trailed 2-0 early in the second half but stormed back late to force penalties where they eventually prevailed over the North London club despite leaving star keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma out of the squad amid transfer rumors. CNN World Sport's Coy Wire and CNN Senior Sports Analyst Darren Lewis discussed that and Thomas Frank's first competitive game as Tottenham manager.

Notting Hill Carnival issues major route changes ahead of bank holiday celebrations
Notting Hill Carnival issues major route changes ahead of bank holiday celebrations

Daily Mirror

time13-08-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Mirror

Notting Hill Carnival issues major route changes ahead of bank holiday celebrations

Carnival has been ongoing for decades, but this year the organisers have made a few changes set to ensure everyone is safe and can enjoy their day, we've put together everything you need to know from updates to schedule. One of the world's biggest street parties, Notting Hill Carnival is quickly approaching, attracting more than two million revellers to the streets of West London for the August Bank Holiday. The carnival is a celebration of community, unity, Caribbean culture and history but this year comes with big changes. ‌ From giant digital screens and new support crews to subtle route tweaks, Notting Hill Carnival organisers have taken to Instagram to show they introduced fresh measures to keep the two-day party safe, smooth, and unforgettable. Here's everything you need to know before you hit the road. It comes as The Mirror's Darren Lewis advised people not to let let killjoys stop Notting Hill Carnival after cops called it a 'war zone'. ‌ Route changes and stewards Many carnival goers are used to sticking to the same route or even following a float, but this year the organisers are introducing new routes and might even send you on a detour - but don't stress, it's all in good faith. Stewards will be guiding the crowds along alternative paths to ensure everything moves safely and comfortably, and while many don't like change - you may discover a hidden gem along the way. ‌ Digital screens with updates For the first time in Notting Hill history, stationary digital screens will be dotted along the route sharing safety tips, key updates and announcements ensuring everyone is in the loop and well informed while they celebrate. For more stories like this subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weekly Gulp, for a curated roundup of trending stories, poignant interviews, and viral lifestyle picks from The Mirror's Audience U35 team delivered straight to your inbox. ‌ New teams on the ground Extra support crews will be stationed across the streets to answer questions, give directions, and help keep the event stress-free for everyone involved. Moment of reflection At 3pm on both main days, Carnival will pause for a 72-second silence in memory of the 72 lives lost in the Grenfell Tower fire. The moment will also honour Takayo Nembhard and Cher Maximen, who were tragically killed at Carnival, as well as Kelso Cochrane, whose racially motivated murder in 1959 was the drive for the event and the pioneers who built its foundation. ‌ From the children parade, to the steel bands competition each carnival day is set will bring something different continuing the long standing Caribbean celebration. But beyond the new announcements, we've put together the official carnival schedule to ensure you don't a single part. Weekend Schedule Saturday 23 August - Panorama Emslie Horniman's Pleasance Park, W10 3DH, 16:00–23:00 Carnival celebrations kick off on Saturday with the UK National Panorama Steel Band Competition - now including a junior category for the first time. Expect ten-minute steel band performances, Caribbean food, and sunset vibes. Tickets from £7.55. Sunday 24 August 2025 - Family Day J'Ouvert - 06:00–09:00 (starting at Sainsbury's, Canal Way roundabout) The opening celebration where participants cover each other in paint, powder and chocolate, soundtracked by steel bands and the pulse of soca. It's raw, unfiltered, and deeply rooted in Caribbean tradition. Official Opening Ceremony - 10:00–10:30 Traditionally led by local residents, organisers, and friends of Carnival, this year's ceremony will open the judging zone grandstand to the public for the first time, giving everyone a front-row seat to see the bands up close. Children's Day Parade Route Sunday is all about family. Expect the next generation to carry the Carnival baton, dancing in the streets in handcrafted costumes. Dutty Mas Parade Route A messier take on J'Ouvert for those who don't mind being splashed with paint, powder, or even melted chocolate. Mas Bands - All Day Mas bands will keep the road alive from start to finish, winding through the route with floats, dancers, and costumes that have been in the making all year. You can catch them at different points throughout the day. Sound Systems - 12:00–19:00 Perfect if you'd rather stay in one place. While sound systems are deeply rooted in Jamaica's reggae culture, these sound systems will be offering every genre imaginable. Live Stages - 12:00 -19:00 Emslie Horniman's Pleasance Park, W10 5DH Powis Square Stage – Produced by Alvaro Barrington, W11 2AY Monday 25 August 2025 - Adults' Parade Adult's Parade from 09:30 The most intense day of Carnival, where Mas bands reveal the costumes they've been preparing all year. Whether you're in a band, wearing your own design, or just joining the crowd, follow the music, find a horn, and dance as the floats pass by. Mas Bands - All Day Just like Sunday, Mas bands will be moving throughout the day, so you can spot them at various points along the route. Sound Systems & Live Stages - 12:00–19:00 Keep the vibe going with music across genres at sound system spots and live stages at Emslie Horniman's Pleasance Park, W10 5DH & Powis Square Stage – Produced by Alvaro Barrington, W11 2AY Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you!

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