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Black Lives Matter movement

Black Lives Matter is a decentralized social movement founded in the US in 2013. It aims to protest at racially motivated violence against Black people.

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US author James Baldwin: A voice against racism

US author James Baldwin: A voice against racism

One of the most important African American writers, Baldwin would have turned 100 on August 2.
CultureAugust 2, 2024
Opponent against the Zwarte Piet or Black Pete tradition demonstrate in Amsterdam, with a shirt featuring a red circle and line through Black Pete's face

Dutch slavery apology isn't enough, descendants say

Dutch slavery apology isn't enough, descendants say

The Netherlands has made a historic apology for its role in slavery, but some descendants are looking for more.
PoliticsDecember 18, 2022
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Death in custody: what really happened in Cell 5?

Death in custody: what really happened in Cell 5?

Oury Jalloh burned to death in a German police cell in 2005. Now a Berlin-based video artist is inviting his audiences to think the unthinkable in a chilling exhibition detailing the mechanics of both the fire, and the subequent cover-up.
PoliticsNovember 10, 202206:11 min
African migrants, transferred from Lampedusa, arrive at Taranto's harbor, Italy

How Italy can make Black lives matter

How Italy can make Black lives matter

Activists are calling for legal and immigration reforms to to address Italy's anti-black discrimination.
DiversitySeptember 1, 2022
A man attends a rally against racism

Do Black lives matter in Italy?

Do Black lives matter in Italy?

The murder of Alika Ogochukwu, a Nigerian migrant, has highlighted the racism that Africans routinely face in Italy.
PoliticsAugust 31, 2022
Models in colorful dresses holding hands in Lagos, Nigeria.

'Africa Fashion' in the spotlight at the V&A

'Africa Fashion' in the spotlight at the V&A

The V&A Museum opens its first African fashion exhibition, showcasing the global influence of the continent's designs.
CultureJuly 4, 2022
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John McWhorter

Criticizing cancel culture as a 'woke' author

The concept of cancel culture has been weaponized by the right, but Black scholar John McWhorter criticizes it too.
LiteratureSeptember 13, 2021
Hong Kong: Participants hold placards during a rally outside of the Consulate General of the United States to protest against racism and in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement

Has George Floyd sparked a 'racial awakening' in China?

China's Black community members speak out on how they experience racism and solidarity.
SocietyJuly 14, 2020
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