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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Exploring how historical colonialism continues to influence harmful beauty ideals and industry practices worldwide.
New revelations expose how King George IV profited from slavery in Grenada, shedding light on Britain's colonial past and its enduring legacy.
New research sheds light on the 1861 Cullin-La-Ringo massacre in Queensland, revealing untold stories of Indigenous resistance and colonial violence.
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.
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 controversial 'Skull Room' faces renewed criticism as its colonial-era origins come under scrutiny. Discover the unsettling history behind this infamous collection.
Edinburgh University's controversial 'Skull Room' sheds light on its historical ties to phrenology, sparking debates on ethics and colonial legacy.
The University of Edinburgh is reviewing its adoption of the IHRA antisemitism definition following a report highlighting its colonial-era connections.
While the UK extends voting rights to 16-year-olds, its colonial outposts remain disenfranchised. A stark contrast in democratic values.
Explore Trinidad, a lesser-known Spanish colonial city in Cuba that rivals Havana with its vibrant culture, historic streets, and breathtaking beaches.