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Topic: Racism

Those of Indian descent are part of the American dream. Attacks on them must be taken seriously

In recent history, hate crimes against those of Indian descent in the US can be traced back to 1980s when a gang known as ‘Dotbusters’ targeted Indian Americans in New York-New Jersey.

Economic shocks can deepen poverty, inequality – and stereotypes

Stereotypes are mental shortcuts hardwired in us. They help us with quick decision-making when we are faced with a lack of information, in turn aiding survival.

50 years of Hip Hop – how its sights, sounds and moves spread across the world

Hip-hop has always produced a counter-narrative to the mainstream, staying true to its underground ethos.

US soldier Travis King’s case highlights North Korea’s long history of addressing US racism

For decades Pyongyang has highlighted racial discrimination in the US, and analysts say it will likely use King's case to resist pressure over human rights.

North Korea says US soldier who fled seeks refuge from ‘mistreatment & racism’ in US

North Korean investigators have concluded that Travis King crossed deliberately and illegally, with the intent to stay in the North or in a third country, state news agency KCNA said.

UN says France fatal shooting an opportunity to address racism in law enforcement

The United Nations rights office expressed concern over the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old teenager by the police, which has sparked unrest across France.

Spain arrests 7 after racist incidents targeting Brazilian soccer player Vinicius Jr

Vinicius Jr, in a social media post, called the racist abuse 'inhuman' and asked sponsors and broadcasters to hold LaLiga accountable.

Spain arrests 7 for racist incidents targeting Real Madrid player Vinicius Jr

A hate crime probe was opened after an inflatable effigy dressed in the No. 20 jersey of winger Vinicius Jr was hung from a bridge in front of Real Madrid's training ground.

Tottenham call for action after ‘reprehensible’ online racist abuse of Heung-min Son

South Korea captain Son, 30, scored Spurs' second goal four minutes after coming on as a substitute in the London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

In Netflix movie You People, Kenya Barris exposes racism of liberals

The concept of dating comedy 'You People' appears outdated. But by bringing ‘nice racism’ into it, writer-director Kenya Barris has just taken the battle into the progressive camp.

On Camera

Faiz Hameed conviction is a message from Munir. He won’t tolerate sympathy for Imran Khan

The political trajectory is clear. Asim Munir is now prepared to convict and sentence Imran Khan for instigating a rebellion against the army chief, with no possibility of mercy.

Goa, Kerala lose sheen as more foreign tourists pick Maharashtra & Bengal, shows RBI data

RBI data shows 26 states and Union Territories couldn’t regain pre-pandemic foreign tourist footfalls in 2024, but domestic tourism surged 27 percent compared to 2019.

US clears $686-mn package to breathe fresh life into Pakistani F-16s

Of the total package, $649 million will be utilised for additional hardware, software, and support services, and the remaining for Major Defence Equipment (MDE).

India’s top airline just handed sarkar the keys. That’s IndiGo’s real ‘crime’

Don’t blame misfortune. This is colossal incompetence and insensitivity. So bad, heads would have rolled even in the old PSU-era Indian Airlines and Air India.