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Topic: Racism

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The concept of dating comedy 'You People' appears outdated.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.

Indian man racially abused by American in Poland; called a ‘parasite’

In a video now viral, the American is seen repeatedly asking the Indian why he was in Europe and asking him to 'go back.'

‘Will not be intimidated & gaslighted,’ says Manipuri customer who accused IKEA of ‘racism’

In an open letter to IKEA's CEO, the woman’s husband, Nitin Sethi, accused the firm of ‘racist treatment’ & ‘bullying’. IKEA said it 'deeply regrets' the 'unpleasant experience'.

IKEA accused of racism against Manipuri woman at Hyderabad store, KTR says ‘appalling’

Senior journalist Nitin Sethi Sunday tweeted that his wife, from Manipur, was 'frisked' while leaving the Hyderabad store after shopping.

On Camera

Asim Munir wants to be guardian of the Middle East. He’s fated to fail at home

Countering insurgency needs the Pakistan Army to demonstrate a political will that ties leaders at the centre with those in the borderlands. But it may not have the imagination.

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

India, US troops to undertake joint military exercise next month, first after Op Sindoor

21st edition of annual joint military exercise will be held from 1 to 16 September, aimed at sharing military tech, operational best practices & disaster relief coordination methods.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.