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  • Why do men copy the worst of women's fashions?

    I THOUGHT those low-slung jeans that exposed men’s underwear were bad enough, but I was wrong. Men’s fashions have plumbed new depths with the moob tube. Inspired by the female boob tube, this taut band of cloth that clings to the chest is being

  • Refugee Week to celebrate Bradford's diversity

    COMMUNITY groups and organisations from across Bradford will come together this month to celebrate Refugee Week from June 15-22. Exhibitions, film screenings, picnics, open mic nights, training workshops and parties will be taking place across Bradford

  • Deep thoughts about life from a champion pigeon racer

    ‘WITH a warm and helping wind, out of ancient and unknown urges, they attempt the epic flight of endurance to the Sahara. ‘Young ones may linger until October in certain parts, and I recall little ones in the nests of the wash pillboxes in September

  • Thirty assaults on West Yorkshire Police officers this week

    WEST Yorkshire Police have confirmed on Twitter that seven of their officers were punched while on the job this week. The worrying statistic forms part of their weekly update regarding attacks on their members. Overall, in the past week, 30 officers

  • Eid gift drop for poorly children

    CHILDREN at Bradford Royal Infirmary received a raft of gifts and toys this week to mark the end of Ramadan. Manningham fundraiser Nazim Ali made his usual Eid trip to the children’s ward at BRI to drop offer gifts donated by Saveco Cash and Carry

  • Lake District centre is a feast for all the senses

    THE Lake District is arguably the top area in England for outdoor holidays, and Ambleside is surely its capital. Centrally located with spectacular fells all around, the country's largest lake within easy reach and plenty of woods and picturesque

  • Taste and vote at BBQ event

    FRESHLY cooked meat products and Yorkshire produce including craft beer and cocktails will take centre stage as a Bradford garden centre prepares to host its annual Butchers' BBQ Tasting Day. In anticipation of seasonal sunshine, the Food Hall butchery

  • Bradford research team celebrate 'epic' cycle challenge

    A TEAM of fundraising cyclists is hoping to bump the total it manages to raise up to £2,000. The team, from the (BIHR) tackled a gruelling two-day, 130-mile long ride around the Yorkshire Dales Cycleway last month. Matthew Prescott, from the

  • Second pub torched in the past fortnight

    THE second derelict pub has gone up in flames in the space of two weeks in Bradford. A fire broke out at the former Blue Pig Inn in Fagley Road, Fagley, on Thursday night. This followed a fire at the Gallopers public house just off A650 Wakefield

  • CAR REVIEW: Land Rover Discovery Sport

    The combination of go-anywhere performance and seven-seat practicality is always likely to be an appealing mix. To add to those ingredients, Land Rover has blended in a dollop of high-end premium styling to make the Discovery Sport all the more

  • Sean Regan on 'overwhelming' reaction to Eccleshill exit

    FORMER Eccleshill United boss Sean Regan has been humbled by the number of messages and tributes following his decision to quit the Northern Counties East League Premier Division club. Regan led the Eagles to promotion back into the NCEL top tier

  • Keyes eyes Bulls return after 'toughest six months of career'

    JOE Keyes has spoken of his excitement as he prepares to return to action against Keighley Cougars reserves next Wednesday – having endured a six-month lay off with a back injury. The half-back played an integral role in Bradford Bulls’ promotion

  • Bulls consider new move for half back

    THE Bulls are pondering over whether to go shopping for another half-back. John Kear is light in the pivot department after Rowan Milnes broke his leg in last week’s Challenge Cup loss against Halifax. The teenager will be out of action for the

  • Hits and misses when Bantams shop in non-league

    TYLER French is the latest player to make the jump from non-league football to Valley Parade. City’s recent history has featured several who have stepped up from the part-time grade – with varying degrees of success. Here are some of the hits and

  • Bowyer happy for Bantams to stay local

    CITY have struck the right balance with their pre-season programme, according to Gary Bowyer. The Bantams have lined up a seven-match warm-up schedule, headed by the Valley Parade visit from newly-crowned European champions Liverpool. That star-studded

  • Lilley: Bulls season is still alive

    JORDAN Lilley has reminded the Bulls there is so much still to play for in their season. It is back to Championship business against Batley at Odsal tomorrow after last week’s Challenge Cup quarter-final exit. John Kear’s side look to arrest