#colonialism

#colonialism

Buddhist leaders condemn the auction of ancient gem relics, asserting they hold significant spiritual and historical value, and raise ethical ownership concerns.

Indian government legally challenges auction of sacred Buddha relics.

Piprahwa gems deemed inalienable cultural heritage.

Immediate cessation of auction demanded by authorities.

Leopold II's exploitation of the Congo led to immense suffering and long-term geopolitical struggles over its resources.

Africa's borders, often straight and artificial, reflect colonial legacies that disregard natural landscapes and communities.

Frank Auerbach's first exhibition in Berlin highlights his historical significance and the delayed recognition of his work in his birthplace.

Frank Auerbach's first exhibition in Berlin marks a significant milestone in recognizing his artistic legacy.

Dan Hicks' book addresses the challenges surrounding colonialism and museum ethics.

Ian Hamilton Finlay's centenary is honored through various global exhibitions.

The Pohwith winter drum, sacred to the Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo, has been returned to the tribe after being wrongfully acquired in 1882.

Dr. Tiffany Jenkins, a new trustee of the British Museum, is against the restitution of stolen antiquities, sparking debate over the Elgin marbles.

The call for artifact restitution has been an ongoing demand from Africans, often overshadowed by Western narratives.

A new data platform aims to centralize knowledge on African restitution efforts and correct narrative imbalances.

Joshua Reynolds's Portrait of Mai is embarking on a UK tour, emphasizing themes of travel and colonialism while engaging contemporary audiences.

MFA Boston's Benin Kingdom Gallery will close with most Benin Bronzes returned to donor instead of repatriated to Nigeria.

The Nanna Living History Museum needs urgent funding and support to preserve its historical significance.

Linguistic purism serves cultural preservation and identity.

It combats colonialism and allows speakers to feel at home in their language.

The architectural decision between brick and concrete symbolizes India's struggle between modernism and traditional craftsmanship post-independence.

Dakar plans to rename colonial streets to honor local figures, reflecting a shift away from French colonial legacy.

Britons largely unaware of the history and impact of UK slavery and colonialism, survey reveals.

The use of a human skull chalice at Oxford highlights uncomfortable truths about colonialism and historical injustices in academia.

Belgium's court ruling marks a significant acknowledgment of historical injustices and mandates compensatory measures for victims of colonial-era abductions.

The African Union's 2025 declaration emphasizes reparations for Africans, marking a pivotal historic moment for justice and accountability.

Reparations for colonialism should focus on substantial annual contributions, with looted artefacts returned to former colonies as a viable alternative.

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism in addressing complex societal issues like reparations and colonialism.

Trump's statements have legitimized Israeli plans for the Palestinians' displacement from Gaza.

President Trump's proposal to claim Gaza reflects a historical pattern of colonial entitlement to land.

The historical narrative of cognitive deficiency in colonized children continues to shape contemporary discourses on brain development in the Global South.

Yusoff's work connects geology's historical development to colonialism and racism, challenging traditional views of the disciplines' foundations.

The pier formerly known as Plantation Wharf Pier has been renamed St Mary's Wandsworth following anti-racism campaign criticism.

Land reform should be viewed as a rightful demand for justice, not a threat.

The claims of Afrikaner oppression and genocide in South Africa, suggested by Trump and Musk, are considered false and have outraged the majority of South Africans.

Decolonization of palaeoanthropology is essential to include African researchers in the study of human origins.

Mauritius is on the verge of reclaiming the Chagos Islands after a significant ICJ ruling, but faces uncertainty as it awaits US approval.