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An Age UK survey found that 73% of people with poor health felt isolated (Image: PA)

A simple hello could make all the difference to a neighbour who feels alone

Diwali is more than fireworks, dancing and presents (Image: Dharam Sahdev)

Diwali is more than fireworks, dancing and presents (Image: Dharam Sahdev)

Diwali reminds us that even in dark times there is always hope

The Bayeux Tapestry is a woven record of the Norman conquest (Image: PA)

The Bayeux Tapestry is a woven record of the Norman conquest (Image: PA)

Bayeux Tapestry

From Hastings to today, history repeats itself but faith remains a constant

Jewish refugees from Aden pictured at a temporary shelter in Mansell Street, Aldgate, in 1967 (Image: PA)

Jewish refugees from Aden pictured at a temporary shelter in Mansell Street, Aldgate, in 1967 (Image: PA)

Brothers and sisters with shared roots must find a way to live together in peace

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ATAM Academy celebrates a year of outstanding academic success

A busy day in Ilford town centre, where people from a wide range of backgrounds live, work and socialise (Image: Paul Bennet)

A busy day in Ilford town centre, where people from a wide range of backgrounds live, work and socialise (Image: Paul Bennet)

Why community cohesion should never be an optional extra

Simon Arscott says the Bible's picture of God is one of awe, wonder and majesty (Image: PA)

Simon Arscott says the Bible's picture of God is one of awe, wonder and majesty (Image: PA)

Simon Arscott, All Nations Church Ilford

Why the Bible's picture of God is anything but dull

Participants of the 10K Sponsored Run, that took place in Woodford Bridge

Participants of the 10K Sponsored Run, that took place in Woodford Bridge

Redbridge faiths unite in 10k run to support community cohesion

Apples, honey and the shofar are traditional symbols of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year (Image: Unsplash)

Apples, honey and the shofar are traditional symbols of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year (Image: Unsplash)

Chabad North East London & Essex

New Year message urges reflection, kindness and positive change for all

Feeding those in need is not just a religious duty (Image: PA)

Feeding those in need is not just a religious duty (Image: PA)

Cost of living crisis

Why no neighbour should face hunger alone in our communities

Comedian and wildlife presenter Bill Oddie died on July 25 (Image: PA)

Comedian and wildlife presenter Bill Oddie died on July 25 (Image: PA)

The Humanist beliefs that helped shape Bill Oddie’s lasting legacy

The Christian faith teaches that every life is a gift from God (Image: PA)

The Christian faith teaches that every life is a gift from God (Image: PA)

What every breath can teach us about life, faith and eternity

England's World Cup goal scorer Bukayo Saka, reads his bible every night (Image: PA)

England's World Cup goal scorer Bukayo Saka, reads his bible every night (Image: PA)

FIFA World Cup 2026

England stars showed a powerful display of faith after thrilling World Cup finale

Some social media platforms will be banned for under-16s

Some social media platforms will be banned for under-16s

Why children need a break from smartphones this summer

Islam teaches that all people are equal in dignity and worth, regardless of background or social status (Image: PA)

Islam teaches that all people are equal in dignity and worth, regardless of background or social status (Image: PA)

Islam's message of dignity, equality and respect

Many Christians see church worship as an important part of their faith journey

Many Christians see church worship as an important part of their faith journey

Simon Arscott, All Nations Church Ilford

What does the Bible say about organised religion?

Football fans come together to watch England play in the World Cup

Football fans come together to watch England play in the World Cup

Carol Weaver, Baha'i community

Why the World Cup proves unity goes beyond sport

There is the possibility of inner piece when everything around seems to be falling apart

There is the possibility of inner piece when everything around seems to be falling apart

Finding peace when the world feels unstable

Vehicles set on fire by protesters in Belfast, as disorder flared in response the attack on Stephen Ogilvie in the city

Vehicles set on fire by protesters in Belfast, as disorder flared in response the attack on Stephen Ogilvie in the city

Mankamal Singh, The Sikh Network

Finding unity through a Sikh value in divided times

Despite an increasingly busy world, it is important to take time to reflect on what truly matters (Image: PA)

Despite an increasingly busy world, it is important to take time to reflect on what truly matters (Image: PA)

Rabbi Aryeh Sufrin

Why small acts of kindness matter more than ever

Every year, millions of Muslims from across the world travel to Makkah to perform Hajj

Every year, millions of Muslims from across the world travel to Makkah to perform Hajj

Why millions of Muslims undertake Hajj pilgrimage

Everyday freedoms should be remembered as a value worth protecting (Image: PA)

Everyday freedoms should be remembered as a value worth protecting (Image: PA)

Memories of freedom and why it must never be taken for granted

Pilgrimage will be the theme of a multi-faith walk of peace in Redbridge in May

Pilgrimage will be the theme of a multi-faith walk of peace in Redbridge in May

Multi-faith peace walk in Ilford to teach about pilgrimage

The Holy Trinity Church playing

The Holy Trinity Church playing

The Essex church that raises money for people living on a dollar

Wes Streeting joined other MPs at the Big Iftar hosted by Parliament in March (Image: Wes Streeting)

Wes Streeting joined other MPs at the Big Iftar hosted by Parliament in March (Image: Wes Streeting)

From doorsteps to faith festivals, what community means to me

The songs in All Saints' Woodford Wells are led by an acoustic guitar with a band (Image: All Saints' Woodford Wells)

The songs in All Saints' Woodford Wells are led by an acoustic guitar with a band (Image: All Saints' Woodford Wells)

Justin Lau, All Saints' Woodford Wells

What singing together in church really means

The Incredulity of Saint Thomas by Caravaggio (1601-02) (Image: Wikimedia)

The Incredulity of Saint Thomas by Caravaggio (1601-02) (Image: Wikimedia)

Simon Arscott, All Saints Ilford

What doubting Thomas really teaches us about blind faith

Wood from the cedar trees in Lebanon was used to build King Solomon's temple in Jerusalem (Image: Pixabay)

Wood from the cedar trees in Lebanon was used to build King Solomon's temple in Jerusalem (Image: Pixabay)

Israel Lebanon war

Ancient roots and modern conflict in the Bible’s landscape

Celebrating another phenomenal year of A-Level success: The Palmer Catholic Academy

Celebrating another phenomenal year of A-Level success: The Palmer Catholic Academy

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The Palmer Catholic Academy: Celebrating a phenomenal year of A-Level success

The freshly unveiled sign behind the Diwali celebrations

The freshly unveiled sign behind the Diwali celebrations

Huge 'I love Ilford' sign appears in town centre

The school has called for further support

The school has called for further support

Ilford Islamic school pleads for help after receiving threatening letter

An image from a sermon at the Redbridge Islamic Centre, in which the speaker allegedly asked God to destroy the homes of 'usurping Jews'

An image from a sermon at the Redbridge Islamic Centre, in which the speaker allegedly asked God to destroy the homes of 'usurping Jews'

Met Police reviewing 'antisemitic' sermon at Redbridge Islamic Centre

Matthew King appeared at the Old Bailey on Friday, January 20

Matthew King appeared at the Old Bailey on Friday, January 20

Teenage Islamic State fanatic who staked out east London barracks admits terror plot