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Langer slams racism after Siraj abuse at SCG

Langer slams racism after Siraj abuse at SCG

Rediff.com10 Jan 2021

Australia coach Justin Langer called it a shame and one of his greatest "pet hates" after some spectators directed racial abuse at India's players during the third Test and were expelled from the Sydney Cricket Ground for their behaviour.

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The government should immediately enact an Act to make caste discrimination a criminal offence and lay down a procedure similar to that of the Anti-Ragging Act.' 'Ragging has nearly been eliminated because it is treated as a criminal offence.' 'Similar procedure should be used in case of caste discrimination.'

Biden, Harris named TIME '2020 Person of the Year'

Biden, Harris named TIME '2020 Person of the Year'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

The publication named the Democratic leaders for its annual prestigious honour, choosing them over other finalists -- Frontline Health Care Workers and director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Dr Anthony Fauci, the Movement for Racial Justice and US President Donald Trump.

Nikki Haley announces US presidential run, will take on Trump

Nikki Haley announces US presidential run, will take on Trump

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Prominent Indian-American politician Nikki Haley launched her presidential campaign on Tuesday, becoming the first Republican to challenge former US President Donald Trump in his 2024 bid for the White House.

Black US female players bring social issues to forefront at US Open

Black US female players bring social issues to forefront at US Open

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Stephens sees success of Black women inspiring new generation.

Rashid corroborates accusations of racism against Vaughan

Rashid corroborates accusations of racism against Vaughan

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Rafiq had made allegations of institutional racism against Yorkshire, whom Vaughan formerly captained and Rashid still plays for. He had claimed that Vaughan said to a group of the team's Asian players that there were "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it" before a match in 2009.

Racial attacks galore on Australia Day

Racial attacks galore on Australia Day

Rediff.com27 Jan 2009

Groups of youths, during the festivities on Monday, jumped upon the cars echoing racist comments to the terrified passengers within and were heard passing lewd comments on girls, according to The Daily telegraph newspaper.In Sydney, hundreds of youths draped in 'Aussie pride' livery wore objectionable slogans as they paraded down the seafront threatening by-passers and smashing car windows and vandalising shops of non-white shopkeepers.

Archer abuser banned for two years in New Zealand

Archer abuser banned for two years in New Zealand

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

New Zealand Cricket has banned a spectator from attending international and domestic games in the country for two years after he admitted racially abusing England fast bowler Jofra Archer.

Indian youth murdered in Canada in suspected hate crime

Indian youth murdered in Canada in suspected hate crime

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Prabhjot Singh Katri worked for Layton's taxi as well as one or two restaurants in Truro.

Discrimination due to faith is racism too: Irfan

Discrimination due to faith is racism too: Irfan

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

In the wake of Floyd's death, international cricketers too have come out and spoken on the issue of racism in the game.

Liverpool apologise over fresh racial abuse claims

Liverpool apologise over fresh racial abuse claims

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

Liverpool have offered an apology over the alleged racist abuse suffered by Oldham Athletic's Tom Adeyemi at Anfield during Friday's third round FA Cup match for which a spectator was arrested and charged over the weekend.

United ban fan alleged racist abuse in Liverpool draw

United ban fan alleged racist abuse in Liverpool draw

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

United stewards ejected the fan, who British media reported had targeted Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, in the first half of the game.

Olympics: South Korea told to remove banners at village

Olympics: South Korea told to remove banners at village

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

Olympic quick takes - Brazil lifter Reis suspended from Games after positive drug test.

Williams escapes punishment over Woods racial slur

Williams escapes punishment over Woods racial slur

Rediff.com6 Nov 2011

Adam Scott's caddy Steve Williams has escaped official punishment for his racist remark about former employer Tiger Woods after a high-level meeting of golf officials in China on Sunday.

Osaka rescinds decision, agrees to play

Osaka rescinds decision, agrees to play

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

'However, after my announcement and lengthy consultation with the WTA and USTA, I have agreed at their request to play on Friday. They offered to postpone all matches until Friday and in my mind that brings more attention to the movement. I want to thank the WTA and the Tournament for their support.'

Scottish cricket found to be 'institutionally racist'

Scottish cricket found to be 'institutionally racist'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

'The governance and leadership practices of Cricket Scotland have been institutionally racist'

Archer urges victims to speak out against social inequality

Archer urges victims to speak out against social inequality

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

England fast bowler Jofra Archer has urged victims of racial abuse to speak out following the death of an unarmed black man in police custody in the United States. Archer has played seven Tests and 14 one-day internationals for England and has lauded the team for its diversity.

Former US President Obama applauds LeBron's leadership

Former US President Obama applauds LeBron's leadership

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Former US President Barack Obama congratulated LeBron James a day after he picked up his fourth NBA title, as prominent figures in sports, politics and beyond celebrated the Los Angeles Lakers championship.

Symonds accuses Harbhajan of racial abuse

Symonds accuses Harbhajan of racial abuse

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds has apparently levelled a charge of "racial abuse" against Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh after the third day's play in the second Test in Sydney on Friday.

Why Lewis Hamilton deserves a knighthood

Why Lewis Hamilton deserves a knighthood

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

'He is outspoken, he is playing his part and using his fame for positive purposes. He is a fantastic ambassador and having a knighthood will only increase his opportunities to do that work.'

Cheers drown out boos as England take the knee at Wembley

Cheers drown out boos as England take the knee at Wembley

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

There was some jeering from a small section as players briefly went down on one knee,

'There is no crime called being 'anti-national'

'There is no crime called being 'anti-national'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

'Section 153A is not meant to protect fragile sentiments of the majority Hindu community who choose to get offended by slogans celebrating the success of the Pakistani cricket team.'

Andrew Symonds dies in car accident in Queensland

Andrew Symonds dies in car accident in Queensland

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Multiple media outlets said Symonds, who was 46 and played 26 times for Australia, had been involved in a single vehicle incident in Hervey Range, 50 km from Townsville on Saturday night.

Hamilton regrets being 'silenced' on taking knee in the past

Hamilton regrets being 'silenced' on taking knee in the past

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

The 35-year-old recently took part in a 'Black Lives Matter' march in London but said he was supporting racial equality rather than taking any political stance.

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Review: So Much Fun!

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Review: So Much Fun!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever makes you mourn the legend that was Chadwick Boseman, but also assures that forward is the only way to go, observes Mayur Sanap. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Dalit rights body in US accuses Google of being casteist, a hostile workplace

Dalit rights body in US accuses Google of being casteist, a hostile workplace

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

A US-based Dalit civil rights organisation on Thursday accused Google of having a casteist and hostile workplace practices.

England reported to FIFA after Ferdinand racially abused

England reported to FIFA after Ferdinand racially abused

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

England have been reported to world governing body FIFA after racist abuse was heard from visiting fans at last week's World Cup qualifier in San Marino.

City's De Bruyne fractured nose, eye socket in Champions League final

City's De Bruyne fractured nose, eye socket in Champions League final

Rediff.com30 May 2021

Kevin De Bruyne had to be replaced by Gabriel Jesus in the 60th minute on Saturday following a collision with Antonio Rudiger.

England willing to boycott social media: Broad

England willing to boycott social media: Broad

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

England's Jofra Archer and Moeen Ali have been subjected to abuse on social media and Broad said he would be willing to take a stand against it.

Eng cricketers could join BLM protest during WI series

Eng cricketers could join BLM protest during WI series

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Earlier this week, former England batsman Michael Carberry said cricket was "rife with racism". ]

Are air passengers being racially profiled?

Are air passengers being racially profiled?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2006

Have you faced the brunt of any racial bias from security agencies?

England's Hales apologises after blackface photos emerge

England's Hales apologises after blackface photos emerge

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

In a statement, the club added: "Alex will be subject to the club's established disciplinary process and has indicated his willingness to participate in the investigation."

Sports Shorts: Police probing racial rant against Liverpool's Balotelli

Sports Shorts: Police probing racial rant against Liverpool's Balotelli

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

Merseyside Police is reportedly investigating racist abuse received by Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli on Twitter after he tweeted 'Man Utd...LOL' after the crushing 5-3 defeat met by Manchester United at the hands of Leicester on Sunday.

Batman takes on police as comic depicts US racial tensions

Batman takes on police as comic depicts US racial tensions

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

In the backdrop of incidents of police violence against black youths in the US, the latest Batman series issue sees the caped crusader battle police brutality rather than the likes of Joker or Two-Face.

When you play for India, you have to perform, says coach Dravid

When you play for India, you have to perform, says coach Dravid

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

India head coach Rahul Dravid says players will have to deliver 'really big performances' to justify the long rope given to them as he reflected on all that went wrong during a dismal tour of South Africa.

PICS: Hungary score first win over England in 60 years

PICS: Hungary score first win over England in 60 years

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

A second-half penalty from Dominik Szoboszlai earned Hungary a shock 1-0 win over England in the Nations League on Saturday - their first victory against Gareth Southgate's side in 60 years.

Sri Lanka deploys troops, military vehicles on Colombo's streets

Sri Lanka deploys troops, military vehicles on Colombo's streets

Rediff.com11 May 2022

Sri Lankan authorities on Wednesday deployed troops and military vehicles in the streets to ensure public security in the capital amidst nationwide protests over the government's failure to tackle the worst economic crisis.

Osaka heads to Melbourne with world at her feet

Osaka heads to Melbourne with world at her feet

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Osaka has been an outspoken supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement both in Japan and the United States

Want to thwart attempts to divide people on religious lines: Paes

Want to thwart attempts to divide people on religious lines: Paes

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Paes, having proved his mettle in tennis courts, now sought to champion the cause of common people as 'I have always wanted to serve the country in one way or the other'.