Colonialism
Charles Tackles Colonialism to Avert Tour Crisis Like William and Kate's
Prince Charles tried to head off a royal tour crisis like Prince William's by addressing Britain's "difficult" past—but also stopped short of an apology.
Harry's Comments on Colonialism Foretold William and Kate's Tour Crisis
Prince William condemned "abhorrent" slavery almost two years after Prince Harry triggered a conversation about Britain's past.
William and Kate's Visit Makes Some Fear End of Royal Tour As We Know It
Royals' Caribbean visit was compared to "a band going on a farewell tour" only to "discover that no one is listening any more."
Prince William's Slavery Comments 'Tone Deaf' After No Apology—Protesters
Prince William's condemnation of slavery shows "the insensitivity of the Royal Family" because he did not apologize, a protest movement said.
William, Kate Photos Spark Backlash—'Everything About This Is Wrong'
Author Omid Scobie questioned the planning that preceded the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's tour of Jamaica, stating that a more diverse team might help them avoid unfortunate imagery.
Kate Middleton Snubbed by Jamaican Lawmaker, Viral Video Appears to Show
The Duchess of Cambridge appeared to have an awkward moment with a politician who backs slavery reparations and a break with the monarchy during William and Kate's protest-hit tour.
Prince William and Kate Must Apologize for U.K.'s Past—Jamaican Protester
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge must redefine Britain's relationship with Jamaica as a protest looks set to gate-crash their tour, a professor told Newsweek.
Prince William and Kate May Face Slavery Protest Days After Visit Canceled
Prince William and Kate Middleton's Jamaica tour could be hit by protests after an open letter partly blamed Queen Elizabeth II for slavery.
MLK's Daughter Doubles Down on Prince William Criticism: 'Language Matters'
Prince William has continued to take flak over comments about the war in Ukraine after it emerged initial reports partially misquoted him.
William Slammed by Martin Luther King's Daughter for 'Horrific Comment'
Prince William triggered a colonialism backlash after an event in support of Ukraine where he said it was "very alien" to see conflict in Europe.
Hundreds of Yellowstone Bison Are About To Be Slaughtered
Between 600 and 900 animals will be hunted or moved out of the park with the help of Native American tribes to keep their numbers to a manageable level.
Movie Rejected for Oscars for Showing 'Hatred Towards British'
"Sardar Udham" is a biopic about Punjabi Sikh revolutionary Udham Singh, who assassinated a British official as revenge for a colonial-era massacre.
Activists Wait for Embrace of Indigenous Peoples' Day Over Columbus Day
"Not honoring Indigenous peoples on this day just continues to erase ... the fact that we were the first inhabitants of this country," said activist Les Begay.
Queen Elizabeth II Statue Toppled by Anti-Colonialism Protesters
Demonstrations are taking place against the country's residential schools system where thousands of Indigenous children were abused.
Queen's Portrait Removed From Oxford University Over 'Colonial History'
The move was described as "absurd" by Britain's education secretary Gavin Williamson, as she is a symbol of "what is best about the UK."
BBC Considers Cutting Anthems From Music Program Due to Perceived Racism
The news comes amid the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement, which sparked protests around the world against systemic racism and police brutality.
What is Manifest Destiny? The Controversial History of Westward Expansion
In his Fourth of July speech, President Donald Trump said: "Americans are the people who pursued our Manifest Destiny across the ocean, into the uncharted wilderness, over the tallest mountains, and then into the skies and even into the stars."
Queen Elizabeth II Should Acknowledge U.K. Role in Slavery, Campaigners Say
Queen Elizabeth II should follow the lead of Belgium's king and acknowledge Britain's colonial past, experts tell Newsweek.
It's Disgusting Twitter Tells Me More About Black History Than School Does
Black history is more than Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, and so much more than what was done to us by white people. Dear teachers: we need you to catch up.
Trump's Peace Plan 'Stamps' Approval on Israel's 'Colonial' Policies
Riyad al-Maliki, the Palestinian National Authority's foreign prime minister, said Trump was like a "reckless driver" at the steering wheel of regional peace efforts.
Carlson: Canada Sending Trash to Philippines Is Racist
"Why is [Trudeau] sending his hair gel bottles to Manila?" Carlson asked.
Melania Wore White Hat Symbolizing Colonialism in Kenya
European militaries used white pith helmets in their colonies across Africa.
Animal Rights Activists Set Fire to Zoo
No animals or staff were injured, but the safari park's ticket booths were destroyed.
France's Macron Says Won't 'Tell Africans What to Do'
The French president was previously criticized for suggesting Africa's problems were "civilizational."
How Fruit Tycoons Overthrew Hawaii's Last Queen
Aloha oe, aloha oe, until we meet again.
End of the Empire: How Britain's Global Dominance Ended
The British empire was responsible for the deaths, torture and enslavement of millions of people.
South Africa's Helen Zille Sorry for Colonialism Tweets
Zille, the former leader of the opposition, has been forced to apologize after tweeting that colonialism was not entirely bad.
Why The 'Get Out' Reviews Are Scarier Than the Movie
This, by the way, is what makes the 'n' word so explosive.
South African Politician Sorry for Colonialism Tweets
Helen Zille claimed that colonialism was not entirely negative.
Britain's Empire Was Not Benevolent
Alan Lester argues that those who wish to paint a rosy picture of British colonialism can't ignore its brutality.