Kamala Harris makes history as first woman of colour to become Vice-President
The second black female US senator has become the first black female vice-president. Kamala Harris and Joe Biden have made history.
The music of Black Lives Matter, 12 songs and acts of solidarity
Music plays a key role in the Black Lives Matter movement. A journey through the most powerful beats in support of the struggle against racism in the US.
Japan opens the Upopoy Museum, the first dedicated to Ainu indigenous identity
The Upopoy National Ainu Museum has finally opened. With it the indigenous people of Hokkaido are gaining recognition but not access to fundamental rights.
John Lewis, biography of the historic civil rights leader who died aged 80
John Lewis was 80 years old and had cancer. He was the last surviving leader of the civil rights movement in the United States.
Black Lives Matter, what statues have been removed and why
While the Black Lives Matter movement aims to bring an end to systemic racism, the removal of statues in the US, UK and Europe has drawn controversy.
Black Lives Matter’s Trahern Crews shines a light on Minneapolis and racism
Black Lives Matter spokesperson Trahern Crews tells us about Minneapolis, the US city that has become a symbol of racism, police brutality and inequality.
Protests for George Floyd, killed by police in Minneapolis (2)
Protests following the murder of George Floyd, a 46-year-old African American man killed by police in Minneapolis on 25th May 2020.
Protests for George Floyd, killed by police in Minneapolis (1)
Protests following the murder of George Floyd, a 46-year-old African American man killed by police in Minneapolis on 25th May 2020.
Activist Beyoncé brings race issues to the fore in the US
Beyoncé’s latest video, Formation, and her show at the Super Bowl evoke the Black Panthers and have fuelled arguments about racism in the United States.
Police kills 3 people a day in the United States
The Counted is a counter tracking the number of people killed by US police forces in 2015. A grim tally, aimed to spotlight a silent massacre.