Rhode Island officially drops 'Providence Plantations' name
Discover the fascinating historical and political journey behind Rhode Island's official name change, shedding its colonial-era 'Providence Plantations' moniker after a public referendum.
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Africa Demands UK Pay Reparations for Colonial Crimes
A coalition of African nations launches a formal campaign demanding reparations from Britain for centuries of slavery, genocide, and exploitation, with claims reaching into the trillions.
Workhouses Funded By Slavery Compensation, Research Reveals
Groundbreaking research from UCL exposes how Britain's notorious Victorian workhouses were directly financed by the brutal transatlantic slave trade, forcing a national reckoning with our colonial past.
Venice Film Festival Sounds Alarm on Humanity's 'Reckoning'
The 2025 Venice Film Festival becomes an unlikely platform for urgent political discourse, with filmmakers delivering powerful warnings about democracy, AI, and climate change, challenging the world's elite to act.
Uniqlo's 'Plantation' Tennis Tournament Sparks Hawaii Outrage
Japanese clothing giant Uniqlo faces mounting criticism for sponsoring a tennis tournament held at a Hawaiian resort still named 'Plantation', with activists calling the term a painful reminder of the island's oppressive colonial past.
Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten name
Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten's name from its library and art village after an investigation uncovers her support for segregationist policies, marking a significant step in confronting its historical ties.
Swinney Slams Westminster's 'Colonial' Attitude
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney accuses the UK Government of a 'colonial' approach, undermining devolution and bypassing Holyrood on key policies in a major constitutional clash.
UK Floods Submerge Yorkshire, Colonial Artefacts Returned
A visual roundup of Tuesday's major events: severe flooding disrupts northern England, a historic gesture sees Benin Bronzes repatriated, and tensions rise at a UK immigration centre, all captured in striking photography.
Last Confederate statue removed from North Carolina state grounds
In a historic move, North Carolina officials have removed the final Confederate-era statue from state grounds under cover of darkness, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's reckoning with its past.
Vietnam demands France return colonial-era cannon
Vietnam escalates a diplomatic dispute with France, demanding the return of a historic cannon, a symbol of national resistance against colonial rule, taken from Hanoi over 130 years ago.
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.
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.
UK Statue Removal Debate: Resculpting Britain's Contested Past
Explore the heated debate surrounding Britain's public monuments as councils remove statues linked to colonialism and slavery. Discover the arguments for and against this historical reckoning.
Tom Cruise's Daring Biplane Stunt for Mission: Impossible 8
Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise is at it again, filming an extreme biplane stunt for 'Mission: Impossible 8' in the British skies. Get the exclusive details on his latest death-defying act.
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.
Colonialism's toxic legacy in the beauty industry
Exploring how historical colonialism continues to influence harmful beauty ideals and industry practices worldwide.
King George IV's slavery profits in Grenada revealed
New revelations expose how King George IV profited from slavery in Grenada, shedding light on Britain's colonial past and its enduring legacy.
Cullin-La-Ringo Massacre: New Research Sheds Light
New research sheds light on the 1861 Cullin-La-Ringo massacre in Queensland, revealing untold stories of Indigenous resistance and colonial violence.
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.
Caribbean court overturns anti-LGBTQ+ colonial laws
A historic court ruling has struck down discriminatory colonial-era laws in the Caribbean, marking a major win for LGBTQ+ rights activists across the region.
Edinburgh University's Skull Room: A Colonial Legacy Scrutinised
Edinburgh University's controversial 'Skull Room' faces renewed criticism as its colonial-era origins come under scrutiny. Discover the unsettling history behind this infamous collection.
Edinburgh Uni's skull room reveals phrenology past
Edinburgh University's controversial 'Skull Room' sheds light on its historical ties to phrenology, sparking debates on ethics and colonial legacy.
Edinburgh Uni may drop IHRA antisemitism definition
The University of Edinburgh is reviewing its adoption of the IHRA antisemitism definition following a report highlighting its colonial-era connections.
UK voting age drops to 16, but colonies excluded
While the UK extends voting rights to 16-year-olds, its colonial outposts remain disenfranchised. A stark contrast in democratic values.
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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