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Here's why the demolition of George Floyd's memorial was so 'disrespectful and wrong'In the early hours of yesterday morning (June 3), Minneapolis construction crews started removing concrete barriers around the intersection where George Floyd was killed on the 25th May 2020 by former police officer, Derek Chauvin. The disruption to the memorial site — known as George Floyd Square — was undertaken…5 minutes read
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We have defamed the Black Panthers for too long – they were not terroristsJudas and the Black Messiah director, Shaka King, wants to set the record straight on the Black Panthers. Contrary to what some choose to believe, he says they were not a terrorist organisation, rather, "they led with love". The Oscar-tipped drama, while set in the late '60s, is undoubtedly a…5 minutes read
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We need equal opportunities not photo opportunities for BAME groups if we want a fair pressGary Younge believes we need more Black journalists to ensure a fair press. But this, he says, can't happen before there's a "deeply embedded" societal change. "The press has an influence on how people think about things, and how people think about things has an influence on what the press…6 minutes read
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Labour MP Dawn Butler considered quitting politics over horrifying racist abuse – but the bullies won't winWhen I speak to Labour MP Dawn Butler, she's relieved - in fact, she's "great". She tells me that yesterday, a man who sent her an abusive and threatening message, reading "Can somebody hurry up and kneel on her neck", has been issued a 12-month suspended sentence, and a fine.…7 minutes read
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My daughter's killer has been released from prison but won't tell us where her body isMarie McCourt's heart shattered when police confirmed that her daughter had been murdered. Thirty-three years on, the body of 22-year-old Helen still hasn't been found. "When there is no body, the lives of families are totally destroyed," McCourt tells me. Making matters even worse, the killer, Ian Simms was released from…6 minutes read
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The Cecil Hotel's disturbing history revealed – from Elisa Lam's mysterious death to regular guest Richard RamirezThe Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles certainly has a sordid past. Back in 2011, the owners changed it name to the Stay on Main, but this did little to change its "creepy" reputation. In fact, two years later, the decomposing body of 21-year-old Elisa Lam was found in one of…6 minutes read
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Marilyn Manson fans have a responsibility to not enable him – I won't be buying his music or concert tickets againAs a teenager in the noughties, Laura* was a huge rock and metal fan – and Marilyn Manson was her "gateway drug". Aged 14, her childhood bedroom was plastered with posters and photographs of him. She saw him perform for the first time when she was 16, which she tells…6 minutes read
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The transgender military ban stopped me from serving with pride - that hurt more than anythingThe transgender military ban removal has left Sergeant Zaneford F. Alvarez "relieved". Echoing the sentiments of many US service men and women, he tells me: "I've been waiting for years for this day to finally come." [caption id="attachment_12630727" align="alignnone" width="2560"] Thousands of New Yorkers took the streets of in opposition…5 minutes read
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Failing to teach Black history in schools is harming children more than you may realiseThe lack of Black history education in schools is contributing towards racism, The Black Curriculum has warned. Although British schools have the option to teach Black history, shockingly few actually incorporate it into the syllabus. In fact, according to GCSE data collected by the Guardian, just 11 per cent of students…5 minutes read
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Reversing the transgender military ban changes everything – I've been waiting 18 yearsJoe Biden reversed the transgender military ban on Monday (January 25) – a landmark moment for the LGBTQ community. The bill, which was enacted by Donald Trump, created a culture of fear, forcing trans patriots to hide their identity while serving. In other cases, it prevented individuals from joining the…6 minutes read
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Will Melania divorce Donald Trump? Former First Lady sparks rumours after refusing photo with her husbandTwitter is convinced that Melania will divorce Donald Trump. Following their departure from the White House, the ex First Lady has sparked rumours that she is on the verge of separating from the former President. But all Melanie divorce Donald Trump? Let's take a look at what prompted the rumours.…8 minutes read
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Richard Ramirez's disturbing love life revealed – from wife Doreen Lioy to his twisted groupiesRichard Ramirez is under renewed scrutiny thanks to Netflix documentary series: Night Stalker. The serial killer was found guilty of 13 murders, five attempted murders, 11 sexual assaults and 14 burglaries. Disturbingly, this did not stop a slew of women taking an interest in him after his arrest. From marriage…5 minutes read
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