Published in March 2024 by TIME Click here to read the article Brief Overview Beyoncé is challenging stereotypes and norms in country music through her latest album, “Cowboy Carter.” By embracing country aesthetics and themes, she highlights the historic and ongoing struggles of Black women in the genre, while paying homage to past Black country…
Published in November 2023 by Reuters Brief Overview Disney’s 100-year journey has been marked by innovation and adaptation, from pioneering sound and color in animation to acquiring Pixar. Now, the company faces the challenge of navigating the streaming era and securing its future. Highlights Discover more on this topic:
Published in November 2023 by The Guardian Click here to read the article Brief Overview “Killers of the Flower Moon,” directed by Martin Scorsese and based on David Grann’s book, has sparked varied responses among Native American audiences. Despite efforts to authentically portray Osage history and involve Indigenous actors, the film faces criticism for its…
Published in October 2023 by The Guardian Click here to read the article Brief Overview Australians overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to recognize Aboriginal people in the constitution and establish an advisory body for parliament, known as the “Voice to Parliament,” on October 14, 2023. This outcome is seen as a significant setback for Indigenous advocates…
Published in November 2023 by BBC Brief Overview This BBC program will explore the life of William Shakespeare through the lens of his works and the insights of historians, experts, and actors. The series aims to piece together the puzzle of Shakespeare’s life, from his humble beginnings to his rise as the greatest writer of…
Published in February 2024 by BBC Click here to watch the video Brief Overview This video explores the connection between America’s most popular sporting event and the ancient Roman game of Harpastum. This ancient sport, played across the Roman Empire, involved physicality, teamwork, and strategic ball control—similar to modern American football. The video highlights how…
Published in November 2023 by Reuters Short Summary Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo called for financial reparations from European nations for the transatlantic slave trade at the first day of a reparations conference in Accra, Ghana. He also stressed the need for a formal apology from the countries involved. The conference aims to create an Africa…
Published in November 2023 by Reuters Brief Overview King Charles expressed regret for colonial era abuses in Kenya, but some critics say it’s not enough, calling for a full apology and reparations. Highlights Discover more on this topic:
Published in November 2023 by BBC News Brief Overview King Charles expressed “great sorrow and regret” for the violence inflicted upon Kenyans by British forces during their independence movement in the 1950s. While he acknowledged the “abhorrent and unjustifiable” acts, he did not offer a formal apology. Highlights Discover more on this topic:
Published in November 2023 by The Guardian Click here to read the article Brief Overview The African Union (AU) and the Caribbean Community (Caricom) formed a coalition during a summit in Ghana to press European nations for reparations for slavery. They announced a global reparations fund and emphasized the need for formal apologies and recognition…
