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Revealed: the truth behind the Taliban's brutal Kabul regeneration' programme

The Taliban's redevelopment of Kabul has resulted in significant displacement and hardship for vulnerable communities, contradicting their claims of modernization.

If Russia Breaks Up, Say Hello To These New Countries

Russia's potential collapse could lead to the emergence of new countries, particularly from its diverse ethnic regions.

Like we are trapped': Minorities suffer amid conflict in Myanmar's Rakhine

The Arakan Army is gaining territory in western Myanmar, causing significant upheaval and violence for various ethnic communities, particularly since last November.

Structural racism leading to stark health inequalities in London, report shows

Structural racism in London leads to significant health inequalities among ethnic minorities, impacting poverty, housing, and employment.

Sadiq Khan pledges 3million to help survivors flee family violence

The London Mayor announced £3 million to support Black and ethnic minority women escaping domestic violence amid rising costs of living.
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UN report blames politicians, public figures and media for fuelling hate speech in UK

UK politicians and media are exacerbating racial hatred, warns UN report, calling for strict measures to combat hate crimes and protect minorities.

Polling predicts how Britain's diverse voter base could swing at the general election

Ethnic minority groups in the UK show varied voting patterns, with concerns over the war in Gaza impacting Asian voters.

UN report blames politicians, public figures and media for fuelling hate speech in UK

UK politicians and media are exacerbating racial hatred, warns UN report, calling for strict measures to combat hate crimes and protect minorities.

Polling predicts how Britain's diverse voter base could swing at the general election

Ethnic minority groups in the UK show varied voting patterns, with concerns over the war in Gaza impacting Asian voters.
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Ethnic minority shop owners targeted in UK riots fear more attacks

The unrest in British cities revealed a terrifying wave of racial violence, targeting businesses of ethnic minority owners following a tragic incident.

UK response to Gaza and Kashmir conflicts will influence ethnic minority election vote in London, survey finds

60% of Pakistani Londoners consider a political party's stance on Kashmir as vital for their vote.

Only 40% of people in England trust their police force, research reveals

Only four out of 10 people in England trust the police, with the Metropolitan police having the lowest confidence score.
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Revealed: Labour tried to gag Black lawyer who wrote party's own racism report

Labour attempted to silence Black barrister Martin Forde KC, author of a report exposing racism within the party, but faced resistance.

The Guardian view on Britain's non-white political class: supporting change by embodying it | Editorial

The success of ethnic minorities in top political positions does not negate the existence of racism.
Having diversity at the top of political leadership can convey a message of progress and change.

Revealed: Labour tried to gag Black lawyer who wrote party's own racism report

Labour attempted to silence Black barrister Martin Forde KC, author of a report exposing racism within the party, but faced resistance.

The Guardian view on Britain's non-white political class: supporting change by embodying it | Editorial

The success of ethnic minorities in top political positions does not negate the existence of racism.
Having diversity at the top of political leadership can convey a message of progress and change.
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Why Google's AI tool was slammed for showing images of people of colour

Google's AI tool Gemini unintentionally showcased racial biases in image generation.
The controversial image generation feature prompted Google to temporarily disable the tool.
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French officer questioned over fatal shooting of 19-year-old in traffic stop

Alleged police violence against suspects prompts protests against heavy-handed tactics.

Executions in Iran hit 8-year high in 2023

Use of death penalty surged by 43% following protests over Mahsa Amini's death.
Drug-related charges accounted for more than half of total executions.

French officer questioned over fatal shooting of 19-year-old in traffic stop

Alleged police violence against suspects prompts protests against heavy-handed tactics.

Executions in Iran hit 8-year high in 2023

Use of death penalty surged by 43% following protests over Mahsa Amini's death.
Drug-related charges accounted for more than half of total executions.
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Labour to extend equal pay rights to ethnic minorities, report says

Labour plans to extend equal pay rights to ethnic minority workers if they win the general election
The proposed Race Equality Act would also provide protections against dual discrimination

Cost of living emergency evolving' as failures to tackle housing crisis bite'

The cost of living crisis in Britain is evolving and worsening, particularly in regards to housing costs.
Certain groups, such as ethnic minorities and those with disabilities, are being disproportionately affected by the cost of living crisis.
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