Racism
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Travel
The trials and triumphs of exploring Uzbekistan by high-speed train
I slashed my journey times by 60% on Uzbekistan’s high-speed trains. Uzbekistan is well known for its Silk Road trade…
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Europe
Why deadly police shootings are on the rise on France’s roads
The death of 17-year-old Nahel, shot by a police officer on Tuesday in the Paris suburb of Nanterre, is not…
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Europe
French police officer detained for voluntary manslaughter after fatally shooting teen driver
Violent protests shook western Paris suburbs overnight Wednesday after police shot dead a teenager during a traffic stop and then…
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United Kingdom
Institutional racism and sexism infects English cricket, says report
The extensive report pointed out “entrenched” racism in all levels of English cricket alongside an extremely sexist environment for female…
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Sport
Brazilians protest outside Spanish consulate after Vinicius Júnior’s r
The Real Madrid star is a frequent target of insults and taunts for being black by fans of rival teams.…
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News
Germany detains 2nd man over fatal arson attack on refugee shelter in 1991
German authorities detained a second man Tuesday in connection with a racist arson attack on a shelter for asylum-seekers 32…
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Sport
UEFA’s ‘undercover fans’ track racism at football matches
Evidence gathered by the volunteers keeping an eye on fan behaviour could be used in disciplinary cases. Among the thousands…
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Spain
‘Racism is normal’: Is Spain’s LaLiga football league racist?
Footballer Sekou Gassama knows all too well what racism is. As a forward for the Spanish club Racing de Santander,…
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United Kingdom
In vivid colour: Do Black Queens in Bridgeton and Cleopatra matter?
After recent casting decisions for historical figures drew contention, we spoke to experts to hear about the history of colour-blind…
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Spain
Racism against footballer Vinícius sparks anti-racism law in Spain
“Spain is known as a country of racists”, said the Brazilian football player. The stands at Mestalla, Valencia’s football stadium,…
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