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University of Edinburgh Launches Slavery Legacy Inquiry

The University of Edinburgh commissions an independent academic study to investigate its historical links to the transatlantic slave trade, aiming for transparency and a deeper understanding of its colonial legacy.

Statue Removal Debate: Does Taking Down Monuments Erase History?

A powerful new argument emerges in the UK's statue wars: removal isn't historical erasure, but a profound engagement with our complex past. Discover why historians and activists say confronting controversial legacies is essential for an honest national na

African scammers target British women in 'colonial revenge' fraud

Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal networks in West Africa are systematically targeting single British women on dating apps, using a disturbing 'colonial revenge' narrative to justify their multi-million pound romance fraud operations.

Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate

Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.

Shrewsbury rejects Clive of India statue

Shrewsbury becomes the latest UK town to oppose a statue of Robert Clive, citing his controversial colonial legacy, as Britain continues to grapple with its imperial past.

Confederate statue reinstalled in Washington DC

The controversial statue of Confederate general Albert Pike has been reinstalled in Washington DC, two years after it was toppled by Black Lives Matter protesters. The decision has reignited debates over historical monuments and racial justice.

Germany returns looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

Germany has officially returned 20 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking a pivotal moment in the global restitution of colonial-era looted art. The artefacts, stolen during the 1897 British raid, are now back in their homeland after over a century.

Trinidad: Cuba’s Hidden Colonial Gem

Explore Trinidad, a lesser-known Spanish colonial city in Cuba that rivals Havana with its vibrant culture, historic streets, and breathtaking beaches.

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