Religious Text Defence in Australia's New Hate Speech Bill
Draft legislation reveals a defence for quoting religious texts in Australia's proposed hate speech crackdown, part of a sweeping post-Bondi bill. Read the full details.
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Sandra Wallace on race, law, and her journey to DLA Piper
DLA Piper's UK senior partner Sandra Wallace discusses confronting racial bias in her legal career, championing social mobility, and her new government role. Read her powerful story.
The Traitors' racial bias needs addressing at roundtable
As The Traitors season 4 continues, a troubling pattern of early banishments for people of colour demands an in-castle conversation. We explore the evidence and call for change.
The Traitors: Unconscious Racial Bias in Reality TV Judgement
Athena Kugblenu argues that the unfair treatment of Black contestants like Judy on The Traitors mirrors everyday racism in the UK, from workplaces to police stops. Read the analysis.
CCTV Appeal After Man Touched Himself on London Underground
British Transport Police release CCTV image after a man touched himself inappropriately while looking at a female passenger on a District line train. Call 0800 40 50 40 with information.
Brigitte Bardot: The paradox of a French icon
The death of Brigitte Bardot at 91 forces a reckoning with her legacy: a 1950s sex symbol and animal rights activist who was also convicted five times for inciting racial hatred.
Khawaja Confronts Stereotypes in Sydney Farewell
Usman Khawaja, Australia's first Muslim Test cricketer, used his retirement press conference to challenge racial stereotypes and reflect on his journey as a reluctant trailblazer. Read his powerful message.
Hate crimes surge on UK transport, victim shares story
A journalist recounts being racially abused on a London bus as new figures show a rise in hate crimes on British transport. Discover the impact and where to get support.
Racial and religious hate on UK transport up 40%
Shocking new data reveals a 40% rise in hate incidents on UK public transport. Read the full report and learn what's being done to tackle this crisis.
Perth man charged over alleged Bondi attack support post
A 47-year-old Perth man faces charges of racial harassment after allegedly posting online support for the Bondi Junction attack. Police confirm a swift investigation.
Lake Lanier's curse: 700 deaths and a dark history
Georgia's Lake Lanier, with over 700 fatalities, is shrouded in ghost stories. We investigate the curse's origins in racial violence and submerged towns. Discover the truth behind America's most haunted lake.
Strangulation charges surge to over 8,500 in a year
CPS data reveals a dramatic rise in charges for the standalone strangulation offence, signalling a crackdown on domestic abuse. Learn how the new law is protecting victims.
Strangulation Prosecutions Up Sixfold Since 2022
CPS data reveals a near sixfold rise in strangulation charges since the 2022 law. The offence, a key marker in domestic abuse, now carries a five-year maximum sentence.
Nick Griffin in court over 'racist' cartoon post
Former BNP leader Nick Griffin appears at Southwark Crown Court accused of stirring racial hatred by sharing an antisemitic cartoon online. A trial date is set for 2027.
Man charged over social media post inciting Cronulla violence
A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged following an alleged social media post urging racist violence at Cronulla beach in the wake of the Bondi attack. Police vow zero tolerance.
EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
Man jailed for 'burn migrant hotels' X posts
Luke Yarwood sentenced to 18 months for stirring racial hatred with tweets about migrant hotels. His brother-in-law reported the posts to police. Read the full details.
The Subversive Power of Zohran Mamdani's Smile
Columnist Arwa Mahdawi spent a month trying to emulate the constant smile of NYC's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. Discover why this grin is an act of political resistance and its mental health effects.
Super-Complaint Filed Over Police Delays in Sex Crime Probes
Campaigners file a super-complaint against police in England and Wales over 'inhumane' delays in sexual offence cases, with some survivors waiting nine years for justice. Read the full investigation.
Ilhan Omar's Son Pulled Over by ICE in Minnesota
US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar reveals ICE agents stopped her son in Minneapolis, accusing Trump's 'Operation Metro Surge' of racial profiling. Read the full story.
Cronulla Riots: 20 Years On, Has Australia Changed?
Two decades after Australia's worst race riots erupted at Cronulla Beach, we examine if underlying racial tensions have truly been addressed or if social media now fuels the same hatred.
US Citizen Chased by ICE in New Orleans Immigration Sweep
Jacelynn Guzman, a 23-year-old US citizen, was pursued by masked federal agents in Louisiana. She believes she was racially profiled. Read the full story on the controversial immigration operation.
Watchdog seeks urgent clarity on police facial recognition bias
The UK's data watchdog demands answers from the Home Office after tests reveal facial recognition technology is more likely to misidentify Black and Asian people. Read the full report.
ICE Arrests in New Orleans Spark Fear and Protests
A sweeping federal immigration operation in New Orleans has led to dozens of arrests, with communities in hiding and reports of US citizens detained. Explore the impact and local response.
Man to sue police after arrest for US gun photo
A Yorkshire IT consultant was arrested in the UK over a photo of him legally holding a gun in Florida. He plans to sue police and leave the country. Read the full story.
Victoria to make coercive control a standalone offence
The Victorian government will legislate to make coercive control a criminal offence in 2026, matching an opposition pledge. Read the details of this major policy shift.
Lammy calls on Farage to apologise for alleged school racism
Deputy PM David Lammy shares his own traumatic experience of racial abuse at school, urging Nigel Farage to apologise after multiple allegations from former classmates. Read the full story.
Kostakidis fights racial discrimination claim in federal court
Former SBS presenter Mary Kostakidis alleges a racial discrimination case is a bid to 'undermine and discredit' her over Israel-Gaza commentary. Read the latest from the Federal Court.
Woman faces £1k fine for wrong way tube escalator walk
A London commuter has pleaded not guilty after being charged with walking the wrong way on a TfL escalator, in a case that could see her fined up to £1,000. Read the full story.
Man arrested for US gun photo posted on LinkedIn
A Yorkshire businessman faced arrest and potential jail time after posting a photo of himself legally holding a firearm in Florida. Discover how UK police handled this controversial case.
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