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Bookshelf: Exploring the depths of identity and trauma in Derek Owusu’s “That Reminds Me”

 2021 list “That Reminds Me” by Derek Owusu is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of identity and trauma.  That Reminds Me is a debut novel by …
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Issa Rae to teach Creating Outside the Lines Masterclass

MasterClass, the streaming platform that lets anyone learn from the world’s best in virtually any subject, announced today that Issa Rae will teach a class on creating outside the …
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Celebrating international and national days: Why they matter

Whether traditional, international or national, special days play an essential role in our lives. Unlike traditional days like Mother’s Day, April Fools or Samhain, international days are …
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Donald Trump’s legacy of white supremacy

Donald Trump is a racist. This isn’t a new revelation, but it has been reiterated and confirmed throughout his presidential campaign and subsequent time in office. From the very beginning, Trump …

America: The Great Migration

‍The Great Migration, also known as the Great Northward Migration or the Black Migration, was a significant event in American history that changed the demographic and cultural landscape of the United …
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Race Riots in American History: From civil rights to present day

Throughout American history, race riots have played a crucial role in moulding the nation’s societal, political, and economic fabric. These violent eruptions, frequently instigated by perceived …
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Race Riots in American History: An overview

‍Throughout American history, race riots have been pivotal in shaping the nation’s social, political, and economic landscape. These violent outbreaks, which often occurred in response to …
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The tactics of race baiting: A dive into divisive politics and media manipulation

In today’s society, where racial tensions remain prevalent, the media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion and perpetuating stereotypes. A controversial strategy known as race baiting …
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Winston Churchill

Few political figures loom as large or as divisive as Winston Churchill. In Britain, he is the bulldog prime minister who refused to surrender to Nazi Germany, the voice on the radio promising that …
Fidel Castro and his men in the Sierra Maestra, 2 December 1956

Fidel Castro: The revolutionary who defined an era

For nearly half a century, one man’s shadow stretched across the Caribbean, defying the world’s most powerful nation just ninety miles from its shores. Fidel Castro, the bearded …
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Exploring the meaning and implications of the controversial term “New Black”

The term “New Black” has generated intense debate and controversy in recent years within the African American community. Often used to describe a specific group of African Americans, this …
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JK Rowling gives sexual assault as the reason for her views on trans people

JK Rowling has spoken out after being criticised for recent remarks about transgender people. In an extended essay posted on her website, the Harry Potter author defended her recent tweets …
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