Month: August 2013

UK MUSIC: PhoneShop – NEW MAN TING PRODUCTIONS

Check out the hilarious “hood” video from the hit E4 comedy PhoneShop. Parts of the video are featured in the last episode of series 3, which aired on Thursday night. CLICK HERE to watch the full episode on 4oD – A chance encounter with a bully from his Sunday school days puts Jerwayne into a tailspin of doubt and self-denial that forces the whole PhoneShop team into a world of flash cars, posh boys and very dodgy videos.

DAVID CAMERON LOSES COMMONS VOTE ON SYRIA ACTION BUT I AM NOT CONVINCED THIS IS THE END OF IT

Via BBC News MPs have rejected possible UK military action against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government to deter the use of chemical weapons. David Cameron said he would respect the defeat of a government motion by 285-272, ruling out joining US-led strikes. The US said it would “continue to consult” with the UK, “one of our closest allies and friends”. Continue Reading… I am not convinced that this is the end of it and believe that Cameron and his band of merry []

UK NEWS: KILBURN DOUBLE SHOOTING – MAN CHARGED

The Voice reports that Martell Warren (22) has been charged with the murder of 24-year-old Sabrina Moss and injuring a second woman, also 24, in the early hours of Saturday morning. The mother of one from Neasden was shot in the chest in High Road, Kilburn, at around 4am. Warren will appear before Highbury Corner Magistrates Court tomorrow. … Rest In Peace Sabrina Moss.

UK DOCUMENTARY: ‘MY DOMINICA STORY’ – POP QUIZ (TEASER)

Travel to the beautiful island of Dominica as one man documents his journey of discovery, of identity, of the birthplace of his father and of a legacy for future generations. This inspirational film will celebrate a small and unknown island and place it firmly on the map. Follow Richard’s progress at www.mydominicastory.tumblr.com where you can also make a donation. iD Writer/Director Richard Etienne visits the DONA (Dominica Overseas Nationals Association) Fun Day to test peoples’ knowledge of their home country.

UK TV: BBC COMMISSIONS BRAND NEW SCRIPTED COMEDY SERIES FROM WRITER KEITH AKUSHIE

The British Black List reports that BBC Three has commissioned a brand new scripted comedy series from writer Keith Akushie. The new comedy titled ‘Siblings’ is about the world’s worst brother and sister. Obnoxious, lazy, self-centred, underachieving, incompetent and occasionally depraved, they cause chaos and disaster where ever they go. BBC Three has ordered six episodes for the show’s first season. Keith began writing comedy at university before performing sketches and stand-up at the Edinburgh Fringe. His first play Hostage won the 2010‘Harry Porter Prize’ for []