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2025-03-06 18:30:47

Actor Steve Park speaks out about racism on "Friends" set

Actor Steve Park from the show 'Friends' revealed a racist incident he witnessed on set, where a racial slur was used against fellow actor James Hong. Park highlighted the prevalence of racial insensitivity within the entertainment industry. read more

2025-02-23 01:10:03

"Ballet Star Nayara Lopes Speaks Out About Skin Color Pressure"

Ballet star Nayara Lopes, a principal dancer with the Philadelphia Ballet, revealed that a teacher used makeup to whiten her skin before a key performance. Lopes expressed concerns about normalizing such actions and emphasized aspiring to dance authentically. read more

2024-12-18 19:40:05

New York Teacher Faces Backlash for Questioning Students' Race

A white teacher at Eldred Junior Senior High School in New York questioned two Black students about their race in front of classmates. The district superintendent defended the teacher, arguing she couldn't be racist because she belongs to the LGBTQ community. read more

2024-12-17 15:10:10

Controversy Over Raw Cotton Lesson in Virginia High School

A Virginia high school faced criticism after a history lesson featuring raw cotton led to Black students being bullied. The lesson, focusing on slavery and the cotton gin, was deemed culturally insensitive. Advocates highlighted the need for better judgment. read more

2024-12-02 19:10:05

"Racist Tirade on United Airlines Flight Prompts No-Fly List"

An Indian-American family was verbally attacked by a passenger on a United Airlines flight, with racist comments captured on video. The incident began with derogatory remarks towards the family, including two young sons, eventually leading to the woman being removed from the flight. read more

2024-11-08 18:20:04

Racist Texts Targeting Black Americans Spread Post-Trump's 2024 Election

After the 2024 US Democratic primary in Ladson, South Carolina, Black individuals across the US received racist text messages suggesting they were selected to pick cotton post-Trump's win. FBI and AGs investigate as NAACP condemns the messages. read more

2024-11-08 07:00:11

"FBI Investigates Racist Texts Targeting Black Individuals Across States"

Across several US states, racist text messages were anonymously sent to Black individuals, evoking slavery and causing fear. The FBI and FCC are investigating these messages, which targeted students and adults alike, prompting concerns and calls for action against hate speech. read more

2024-10-05 21:40:04

Tensions Emerge in Idaho as State Senator Tells Native Candidate to "Go Back"

GOP State Senator Dan Foreman reportedly told a Native American Democratic candidate to "go back to where you came from" and stormed out of an Idaho event, leading to accusations of racism and a denial from Foreman. read more

2024-09-26 15:40:10

WNBA Players and Coaches Stand Against Racist Abuse in Playoffs

WNBA players denounced racist abuse before and during the playoff game between the Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun following a controversial foul. Carrington faced racist threats, prompting condemnation from players and coaches, highlighting the issue of online and in-person racism. read more

2024-09-25 23:40:09

Controversial Republican Congressman Faces Backlash Over Racist Online Post

Louisiana Republican Congressman Clay Higgins faced backlash for a racist tweet describing Haitian immigrants as "slapstick gangsters" and urging them to leave the US before the new president takes office. The tweet was deleted after criticism, including calls for censure. read more

2024-09-12 04:40:07

Greene Slams Loomer for Racist Comments on Kamala Harris

Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizes Laura Loomer for making a racist post about Kamala Harris, stating it doesn't represent Trump or the Republican party. Greene accuses Loomer of racism, while Loomer defends the post as a joke. Both women have a history of spreading hate. read more

2024-09-03 16:20:04

Critics slam Trump for campaign rallies in racist history towns

Donald Trump faces accusations of deliberately choosing former 'sundown' towns with racist histories for his rallies, sparking concerns of a 'troubling pattern.' Critics, including Kamala Harris's campaign, view this as a racist dog whistle. read more

2024-07-15 18:50:09

Actress Julia Fox quits a project with a major A-list icon over a director's racist comments, citing the director's refusal to prioritize diversity in casting, comparing his attitude to Proud Boy ideologies, and subsequently leaving the project, sparking praise from fans. read more

2024-07-04 07:40:04

German MP Karamba Diaby, the first from Africa, steps down from his position, citing the need for family time and to make way for younger politicians, with racist threats not the main reason. read more

2024-06-27 14:30:09

The French human rights commission reports a rise in racism fueled by the Gaza conflict and far-right ideas. The report highlights a spike in antisemitic attacks and warns of the influence of extreme right-wing politics, especially as the far-right National Rally gains momentum in upcoming elections. read more

2024-06-27 10:10:04

France is witnessing a surge in all forms of racism, especially against Jews and Muslims, with reports showing a 284% increase in antisemitic acts and a 29% rise in anti-Muslim incidents. The far-right National Rally party's stance on immigration is fueling these trends. read more

2024-06-14 10:40:07

A white 'trad-wife' TikTok influencer faced backlash and job loss after using a racial slur, but shows no remorse. She staunchly defends her freedom of speech, dismisses consequences, and gains conservative media support. read more

2024-06-13 11:30:09

A 'trad-wife' TikTok influencer was fired for using a racial slur but shows no remorse, claiming she "couldn't find a care." She posted defiant messages and is now seeking conservative support, asserting her freedom of speech. read more

2024-06-12 20:20:07

Lilly Gaddis, a white "trad-wife" TikTok star, was fired for using a racial slur but showed no remorse. She dismissed the backlash and urged followers to defend free speech. Gaddis also made controversial comments on racism and sought financial support from conservative groups. read more

2024-06-07 18:30:07

A white father in Wisconsin pushed a Black superintendent off stage to prevent him from shaking his daughter's hand, citing past issues. The incident at Baraboo High School sparked concerns about racism. In 2018, students there made headlines for performing the Nazi salute. read more

2024-05-04 20:10:09

A white student at University of Mississippi was recorded making monkey noises at a Black protester during pro-Palestine demonstrations, sparking outrage. The university condemned the incident as offensive and inappropriate. read more

2024-05-04 01:40:10

Far-right Congressman praises heckling at war protests, praising a counter-protester's monkey gestures at a Black woman during Israel-Hamas demonstrations at the University of Mississippi. Criticism ensued, highlighting the racist nature of the actions. read more