Gurnah's Theft: Coming-of-Age in Tanzania
Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah returns with a powerful audiobook exploring identity, displacement and moral choices in 1960s Tanzania through the eyes of a young student.
Category : Search result: German colonial history
German dentists memorialise Nazi-era brutality
German dental association unveils groundbreaking memorial acknowledging profession's complicity in Nazi sadistic practices and human experimentation during Third Reich era.
Trump's South Korea Gaffe: Wrong Colonial History Claim
Donald Trump left diplomats stunned during a private meeting when he incorrectly asserted South Korea had been under British colonial rule, exposing significant historical knowledge gaps.
Senegal reimagines Irish play Translations
A groundbreaking theatre production in Senegal reimagines Brian Friel's classic play 'Translations', drawing striking parallels between Irish language erosion and Senegalese cultural displacement under colonialism.
WA Governor Apologises for 1834 Pinjarra Massacre
In a landmark moment for reconciliation, Western Australia's Governor has delivered a formal apology to the Noongar people for the devastating 1834 Pinjarra Massacre, acknowledging colonial violence and beginning healing.
German police battle armed soldier in shootout
Shocking scenes unfold in Germany as police engage in dramatic shootout with a Bundeswehr soldier who opened fire on colleagues, leaving one with serious facial injuries in a quiet residential neighbourhood.
Michael Cook: Bidjara artist's groundbreaking retrospective
Explore the groundbreaking retrospective of Bidjara artist Michael Cook, whose powerful photographic series challenge colonial narratives and celebrate Indigenous resilience through stunning visual storytelling.
Senegal removes French graffiti in cultural shift
Senegal embarks on a nationwide campaign to remove French-language graffiti, replacing colonial-era messaging with local languages in a powerful statement of cultural reclamation.
The Rise and Fall of the Baader-Meinhof Gang
A compelling exploration of the Red Army Faction's turbulent history, from idealistic beginnings to violent extremism, and the lasting impact of their radical campaign against the West German state.
How a British quarrel named Melbourne
The fascinating true story behind Melbourne's naming reveals a diplomatic dispute between two British governors that forever shaped Australian identity.
Fulham Palace makes Black History Month permanent
The former Bishop of London's residence launches permanent Black history programme, confronting its colonial past through new exhibitions and educational initiatives.
Scottish church organist was Hitler's personal pianist
The extraordinary double life of a quiet Scottish church organist has been revealed as that of Hitler's former personal pianist, exposing a dark chapter of history hidden in rural Scotland for decades.
Kruger National Park Renamed in Historic South Africa Move
In a landmark decision, South Africa has officially renamed Kruger National Park to embrace indigenous heritage and move beyond its colonial past. Discover the new identity of Africa's premier wildlife sanctuary.
Australia's Truth: Langton, Pascoe & Tame Challenge Identity
In a groundbreaking new series 'The Idea of Australia', prominent Indigenous voices Marcia Langton, Bruce Pascoe and activist Grace Tame dismantle colonial narratives, offering a powerful re-examination of the nation's identity and history.
Gaza Crisis Echoes Britain's Imperial Past
As Gaza endures unprecedented devastation, a Guardian analysis reveals how Western powers are repeating historical patterns of colonial violence and collective punishment they once pioneered.
Colourised historical photos reveal Ireland's lost world
A remarkable collection of colourised historical photographs brings early 20th century Ireland to vivid life, from Dublin's bustling streets to rural village traditions.
Britain's Bizarre Floating Church: A Thames Marvel
Discover the remarkable tale of a 19th-century floating church that served London's docklands - a true testament to eccentric British innovation and community spirit.
Trump's colonial rule comments spark international condemnation
Former US President Donald Trump faces criticism after reportedly praising colonial governance in Africa during private Republican dinner conversations, drawing condemnation from historians and diplomats.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.
The Glass Mountain: England's Witchcraft History Uncovered
Historian Malcolm Gaskill's gripping new work reveals the terrifying true story of England's witch trials and the ordinary lives caught in supernatural terror.
German mayor stabbed, adopted daughter arrested
A German mayor lies critically injured after a brutal stabbing, with police arresting his 17-year-old adopted daughter after discovering blood-stained clothing and a knife in a dramatic investigation.
Biblical City Discovery Rewrites Ancient History
Archaeologists uncover 5,000-year-old metropolis in Northern Israel, providing remarkable evidence that confirms Old Testament accounts of early Canaanite civilisation.
German police authorised to destroy threatening drones
German authorities have been granted unprecedented powers to intercept and destroy drones near critical infrastructure like Munich Airport, marking a significant shift in national security policy.
German mayor stabbed by adopted teen daughter fights for life
A German mayor lies critically injured after a frenzied knife attack allegedly carried out by his teenage adopted daughter, raising urgent questions about youth violence and family dynamics.
German Mayor Fights for Life After Stabbing Attack
The popular mayor of Mannheim remains in critical condition after being repeatedly stabbed by multiple assailants in a shocking attack that has rocked the nation.
Nelson's lost love letters reveal secret heartbreak
Previously unseen intimate letters between Lord Nelson and his lover reveal the emotional turmoil behind Britain's greatest naval hero's public triumphs.
Black Innovators: 10 Everyday Items They Created
Discover the brilliant Black inventors behind everyday items we take for granted, from traffic lights to home security systems, in this revealing Black History Month special.
Royal Parks' Irish botanical roots revealed in new study
Groundbreaking research reveals London's iconic Royal Parks share direct botanical lineage with Ireland's ancient forests, tracing back to medieval monastic connections and centuries of ecological exchange.
Spanish Treasure Fleet Shipwreck Discovered Off Florida
Marine archaeologists uncover 300-year-old Spanish galleon from legendary 1715 Treasure Fleet, revealing gold coins and priceless artefacts from colonial era shipwreck.
300-year-old Spanish coins found on Florida beach
A Florida beachcomber's routine stroll turned into a historic discovery when he unearthed a trove of 18th-century Spanish silver coins, believed to be from a 1715 shipwreck revealed by recent hurricane activity.
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