Kira Richards is a student and freelance journalist, specialising in personal essays and opinion pieces. She also has keen interests in sustainable fashion, skin care and marathoning the latest series to drop on Netflix.
Kira is a 2nd year BA journalism student at City, University of London, and an inaugural leader of City’s African Caribbean Journalism Network. She has written for her university’s student publication, Carrot, as well as Aurelia Magazine, The Indiependent and Mercury Magazine. She runs her own blog, posting her thoughts and spilling the tea on student life.
In her spare time, Kira loves film photography, pop-culture podcasts and discovering hidden gems around her hometown, London. She wants to travel the world and try new food in every place.
You can find Kira (always) on Twitter @kiramaerichards.
Fashion
These British TikTok Creators Are Changing How We Shop
And yes, sustainability is key.
Celebrity
8 TikTok Accounts Every Royal Fan Needs On Their FYP
We’re here for the RoyalTEA.
Streaming
UK 'Fresh Prince' Fans Can Stream Will Smith's 'Bel-Air' Very Soon
The hit ‘90s comedy has had quite the makeover.
Celebrity
Simon Cowell & Partner Laura Silverman Have Announced Their Engagement
The former X factor seems to have changed his tune on marriage.
Politics
All Historic Same-Sex Convictions Will Be Pardoned Under A New UK Scheme
“I hope [this] will go some way to righting the wrongs of the past,” said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel.
TV & Movies
“Grindr Killer” Stephen Port Is Serving A Life Sentence
At his sentencing, the judge decline to set a minimum term.
TV & Movies
Watch These Simone Ashley TV Shows & Movies While You Wait For 'Bridgerton' Season 2
The newest member of the ton has featured in a number of hit series and films.
TV & Movies
'Dancing On Ice' Has Poached A 'Strictly' Professional For Its Judging Panel
“It's more than an honour & I already can’t wait to join the family.”
Celebrity
The Francis Bourgeois TikTok Saga, Explained
Here's everything you need to know about the young trainspotter.
TV & Movies
TikTok’s Newest Viral Trend Is House Swapping À La 'The Holiday'
And it all started with one American woman searching for adventure (& Jude Law).
Beauty
Where & When UK Shoppers Can Buy The Pat McGrath x 'Bridgerton' Collection
The British makeup mogul, Pat McGrath, has created a line of regency-inspired cosmetics.
TV & Movies
The 'All Creatures Great & Small' Christmas Special Teases Yuletide Romance
The heartwarming countryside drama returns for a Christmas Eve special.
Activism
Josephine Baker Just Became The First Black Woman To Enter France’s Panthéon
Being in the Parisian mausoleum is considered the nation’s highest honour.
Celebrity
Jack Grealish’s Response To His Old Boss Being Fired Is Classic Grealish
The England player reached out to his former manager straight away.
TV & Movies
Keira Knightley Thinks She Knows Who Juliet Ends Up With In 'Love Actually'
The famous cue cards scene left fans with one big question.
TV & Movies
What We Know About 'Magic Mike' 3 Coming To The UK
Prepare for disappointment.
TV & Movies
The Creators Of Vigil Are Back With A Gripping New BBC Drama
You Don’t Know Me is adapted from the bestselling novel of the same name.
Music
Ed Sheeran’s “Bad Habits” Has A Sweet Hidden Meaning About His Daughter
The singer became a father for the first time in 2020.
Music
Glastonbury 2022 Is Sold Out, But There Might Still Be Chance To Get Tickets
The world-renowned festival will be back after two year break.
Royals
Prince Harry Spoke Publicly About The Term “Megxit” & Its Origin
The royal shared some thoughts in a panel about internet disinformation.