A racism scandal erupts in the Scottish Borders as council contractors are subjected to vile abuse. The local authority and police are investigating the incident, which was caught on video and widely condemned.
A major new report from the UK's leading race equality think tank paints a disturbing picture of a nation backsliding on social cohesion, with a sharp rise in racist and intolerant views.
Exclusive: Mum-of-two Shannon Miller opens up on the shocking daily microaggressions and outright racism she faces in the UK, from her hair being touched to being followed in shops, in a powerful call for change.
The US Department of Justice has launched a civil investigation into Uber Technologies, examining potential widespread discrimination and a 'pattern or practice' of violations. The probe, confirmed by Uber, centres on company policies and could have signi
The US Department of Justice has initiated a civil investigation into the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, examining potential racial discrimination and excessive use of force within its policing practices.
San Francisco's African American Reparations Advisory Committee proposes groundbreaking $5 million payments and debt forgiveness to address historical injustices, sparking national debate on racial equity.
A London-based trainee accountant, Soliman Sinclair, wins a landmark harassment case against his former employer after enduring months of anti-Muslim abuse, including being called a 'Nazi' and 'ISIS' supporter.
A landmark legal battle unfolds as a California nudist resort is sued for alleged discrimination against single men, challenging the ethics of its 'couples-only' membership rules.
A UK fire service chief has been dismissed after a tribunal found he discriminated against a disabled employee with PTSD, culminating in the callous act of throwing the man's phone into a hedge during a crisis.
A North Carolina charter school faces federal investigation and widespread condemnation over proposals to separate students by race, drawing sharp criticism from Vice President Kamala Harris.
Groundbreaking research reveals how your first name can significantly impact your chances of securing a job interview, uncovering hidden biases in the hiring process.
A Black waitress at Cracker Barrel in Indiana wins a monumental £75,000 settlement after enduring a hostile work environment filled with racial slurs and discriminatory practices, sparking a wider conversation on racism in the service industry.
A former Buffalo Wild Wings manager alleges the restaurant chain refused to hire a qualified woman because she wasn't considered 'pretty' enough, exposing a discriminatory hiring policy.
A landmark report by the Black Environment Network claims racism is 'normalised and tolerated' in rural England, with residents from ethnic minorities facing daily slurs, exclusion, and a lack of support from authorities.
New research reveals stark employment disparities in Britain, with Black, Asian, and minority ethnic individuals nearly twice as likely to be unemployed as white counterparts despite equal qualifications.
Illinois establishes a groundbreaking, state-funded legal hotline offering free, immediate counsel to LGBTQ+ residents facing discrimination, housing issues, and civil rights violations.
New Jersey's colossal American Dream mall is embroiled in a lawsuit after employees were allegedly told to change out of 'Sunday clothes' to work on the Christian Sabbath, raising questions about religious discrimination and retail worker rights.
Golden State Cider Company is embroiled in a major discrimination lawsuit after a UK-based employee was allegedly fired for taking time off to care for her premature newborn. The shocking case raises serious questions about corporate ethics and maternity
Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh
A transgender castle owner is suing their local council for £20,000 in damages following a bitter row over alleged discrimination and data breaches. The legal battle centres on the use of pronouns and the council's conduct.
The NAACP launches a major federal lawsuit against Texas, alleging new congressional maps deliberately dilute Black voting power and violate the Voting Rights Act in a move with national implications.
Governor Greg Abbott faces a federal lawsuit alleging a Texas redistricting map illegally dilutes the voting power of black and Hispanic residents in Fort Worth, a move critics call 'textbook racial gerrymandering'.
Celebrity chef Shawn Davis, famed for his Shark Tank success, files a multi-million dollar lawsuit against Wells Fargo, alleging systemic racial discrimination and wrongful termination after reporting fraudulent activity.
A landmark lawsuit claims the Trump-era Justice Department pressured Tennessee police to arrest Hispanic drivers for minor offences, a policy allegedly designed to boost immigration enforcement.
A former Port of Seattle worker, Chris Linhardt, is suing his ex-employer for alleged disability discrimination after being made redundant while battling terminal cancer. The maritime operations manager claims the public port authority failed to provide r
Chicago's suburb of Evanston makes history by approving the first municipal-funded reparations programme for Black residents, addressing decades of housing discrimination.
Ex-President Donald Trump enlists former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to counter lawsuits alleging discrimination against transgender people at his Minnesota golf club, reigniting debates on LGBTQ+ rights and political lobbying.
A United Airlines flight attendant is suing the carrier, alleging he was barred from working international routes and denied a promotion after disclosing his HIV-positive status, in a case that could set a major precedent for disability rights in the avia
The Republican-controlled Texas House passes a newly redrawn electoral map, intensifying accusations of racial gerrymandering and setting the stage for a major legal showdown over voting rights.
A senior female executive, dismissed after a boozy work trip incident involving a forgotten key and a night in a sauna, has won a discrimination claim. An employment tribunal ruled her ADHD was a factor in her sacking.