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King Charles heckled by Australian senator shouting 'you are not my king' during speech to parliament: 'F-k the colony'

King Charles' address to the Australian parliament was disrupted by a senator protesting against colonial injustices and asserting Indigenous rights.

'Give us what you stole from us,' Indigenous Australian senator yells at King Charles

Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe protested during King Charles III's visit, asserting that Australia is not his land and demanding recognition of Indigenous rights.

Standoff as Canada Yukon town council refuses to swear oath to King Charles

The Dawson City council's standstill stems from a refusal to swear allegiance to King Charles due to historical grievances with Indigenous peoples.

King Charles heckled by Australian senator shouting 'you are not my king' during speech to parliament: 'F-k the colony'

King Charles' address to the Australian parliament was disrupted by a senator protesting against colonial injustices and asserting Indigenous rights.

'Give us what you stole from us,' Indigenous Australian senator yells at King Charles

Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe protested during King Charles III's visit, asserting that Australia is not his land and demanding recognition of Indigenous rights.

Standoff as Canada Yukon town council refuses to swear oath to King Charles

The Dawson City council's standstill stems from a refusal to swear allegiance to King Charles due to historical grievances with Indigenous peoples.
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Efforts brew to revive green deserts' in southern India's tea country

Colonial tea plantations have significantly reduced native biodiversity in the Nilgiris, impacting both ecology and the livelihoods of local communities.
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The Hidden History of Bermuda Is Reshaping the Way We Think About Colonial America

Bermuda was a pivotal but overlooked site in early American colonial history, hosting significant agricultural and economic developments post-1612.

New Zealand's Founding Treaty Is at a Flashpoint. Why are Thousands Protesting for Maori Rights?

The proposed law has ignited significant protests centered on the Treaty of Waitangi and its implications for race relations and Maori rights.

Berlin inaugurates its first memorial for decolonization DW 11/15/2024

Berlin's first memorial for decolonial resistance, "EarthNest," symbolizes remembrance and dialogue regarding colonial histories and their impact on contemporary society.

The Wide Wide Sea

Hampton Sides' book reexamines Captain Cook's legacy, underscoring the complexities of his ambitions and the consequences of his explorations on Indigenous peoples.
#reparations

Slavery reparations not about transfer of cash, says Lammy

The focus on reparations should shift from cash transfers to building future relations and sharing skills with former colonial nations.

What keeps African nations in the Commonwealth? DW 11/06/2024

There are increasing calls for discussions on reparatory justice among Commonwealth nations, yet the UK government resists monetary compensation.

Slavery reparations not about transfer of cash, says Lammy

The focus on reparations should shift from cash transfers to building future relations and sharing skills with former colonial nations.

What keeps African nations in the Commonwealth? DW 11/06/2024

There are increasing calls for discussions on reparatory justice among Commonwealth nations, yet the UK government resists monetary compensation.
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Mexico's Day of the Dead celebrations blend Indigenous customs and European thinking in surprising ways

The Day of the Dead celebration exemplifies the blending of Indigenous and European traditions, showcasing resilience and cultural identity.

King Charles makes relaxed start to Australian tour but spends less than 10 minutes at lunch in his honour

King Charles III emphasized the fleeting nature of time during his brief visit to Australia, calling for brevity in engagements.

Starmer rejects slavery reparations bid ahead of Commonwealth summit

Keir Starmer has ruled out slavery reparations ahead of the Commonwealth summit, reinforcing Downing Street's stance against compensation for colonial injustices.

Maqdala shield to be repatriated to Ethiopia

The 19th-century Ethiopian shield will be repatriated to Ethiopia after being displayed in the US, symbolizing the nation's resilience and heritage.

In Senegal, the bastion of the region's Francophonie, French is giving way to local languages

Wolof is increasingly replacing French in Senegal, reflecting a desire for cultural identity and independence from colonial influence.
#chagos-islands

Britain to hand sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius DW 10/03/2024

The UK has agreed to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, securing the future of a critical military base.

A timeline of the UK's history with the Chagos Islands

The UK agrees to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, addressing historical injustices against the Chagossians.

Britain to hand sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius DW 10/03/2024

The UK has agreed to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, securing the future of a critical military base.

A timeline of the UK's history with the Chagos Islands

The UK agrees to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, addressing historical injustices against the Chagossians.
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Italy's migrant pact with Albania makes no sense. So what's the real reason Starmer is showing interest? | Lea Ypi

Prejudice faced by Albanians in Italy illustrates deep-rooted stereotypes and historical complexities between Albania and Italy.
Contemporary Albanian experiences in Italy reflect legacies of colonial power dynamics and migration issues.

Casa Hoyos

Casa Hoyos is a luxury hotel that combines vibrant Mexican design with a rich colonial history, elevating the travel experience in San Miguel de Allende.

Netherlands to return 288 items looted in colonial era to Indonesia

The Dutch government is returning 288 colonial-era cultural objects to Indonesia, marking important steps toward rectifying historical injustices.

What Was the Paris Olympics?

The Paris 2024 Olympics highlighted both athletic achievement and significant political statements, reflecting ongoing social issues in the host country and worldwide.

A Review of Pia Arke's 'Arctic Hysteria' | Berlin Art Link

Pia Arke's exhibition 'Arctic Hysteria' in KW Institute for Contemporary Art showcases her decolonial art and critique of the Arctic region.

Colonialism is challenged but also reinforced on university campuses

Universities have historically played a dual role in colonial history and continue to be at the forefront of student-led movements for social justice.

Kemi Badenoch: UK's wealth isn't from white privilege and colonialism

The UK's wealth shouldn't be solely attributed to colonial history or racial privilege but rather to the Glorious Revolution and economic certainty.

France's parliament condemns 1961 police massacre of Algerians in Paris

The French parliament approved a resolution condemning the 1961 killings of Algerians by Paris police.
President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged the 1961 massacre as 'inexcusable' in 2021.

Subversive stitch: textile shows across UK unravel histories and weave new tales

The use of Dutch wax cotton transforms gallery spaces
The exhibition confronts the colonial histories of the museum

British empire's past emissions double UK's climate responsibility'

The UK's historical emissions, taking into account its colonial history, are almost twice as much as previously believed.
Colonial countries such as India, Myanmar, and Nigeria were significant contributors to the additional emissions due to deforestation.
The issue of responsibility for historical emissions is critical in international climate negotiations and the provision of climate finance to developing nations.

My God, how courageous': the British choirboys taking on an Indigenous family's painful story

Collaboration between Indigenous artist and British choir challenges preconceptions and initiates powerful storytelling.
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