Opposition to HM Stanley statue continues

A letter opposing the erection of a statue honouring HM Stanley in Denbigh, Wales has been sent to the Welsh authorities. Signatories include a range of experts and individuals from various backgrounds.
The letter reads:
“We call on the people of Denbigh not to erect any statue to ‘honour’ the imperialist HM Stanley.
A statue would convey [...]

Lots of fun down under

Australia is in the news yet again for a race related story- this time over fried chicken.
KFC has pulled a controversial advert from down under after complaints that it was racist.The ad features a white Australian cricket fan looking exasperated as black supporters- supposedly West Indian- are loudly cheering. The white fan asks aloud how [...]