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Japanese welcome Osaka's stand against racial injustice

Japanese welcome Osaka's stand against racial injustice

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

As they celebrated Naomi Osaka's victory in the final of the US Open in Flushing Meadows on Saturday, Tokyoites were eager to embrace their heroines' stand against racial injustice.

Radhika Jones, Viola Davis and a Black Lives Matter cover

Radhika Jones, Viola Davis and a Black Lives Matter cover

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Viola's cover is a 'recreation of the Louis Agassiz slave portraits taken in the 1800s.'

Bhajji cleared of racism charge, tour to go on

Bhajji cleared of racism charge, tour to go on

Rediff.com29 Jan 2008

The spinner has, instead, been charged with abuse, a level 2 charge that merely entails a fine.

'Politically active Gauff can change world for better'

'Politically active Gauff can change world for better'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Navratilova, who is openly gay, said it was vital for sports stars to speak out.

What will Barack Obama be in future?

What will Barack Obama be in future?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

Obama, or his image-makers, are veering towards building his legacy as an African-American hero, who not only captured power, but also fought relentlessly for the downtrodden. That will enable him to escape the criticism that he did not end racism as President and to fight racism and racial discrimination till the end of his life, says T P Sreenivasan

The life lesson my Oxford professor taught me

The life lesson my Oxford professor taught me

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Dr Sumit Paul wrote about the life-transforming lesson he learnt from his Oxford professor.

F1 champ Hamilton will not boycott Belgian GP

F1 champ Hamilton will not boycott Belgian GP

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

'I do stand unified with them, trying to do what I can over here'

Gambhir calls for 'permanent solution' against racial abuse

Gambhir calls for 'permanent solution' against racial abuse

Rediff.com10 Jan 2021

Gambhir's remarks came after the touring team was subjected to racial abuse by a few individuals in the stands

Hamilton to launch programme to make F1 more diverse

Hamilton to launch programme to make F1 more diverse

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

'The time for platitudes and token gestures is over'

PIX: Players take a knee as EPL restarts

PIX: Players take a knee as EPL restarts

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

Aston Villa and Sheffield United players and referee Michael Oliver took a knee at kickoff in support of the "Black Lives Matter" movement as the Premier League season restarted

Why South Africa won't take the knee in England series

Why South Africa won't take the knee in England series

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada said it is a team decision to not take the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement in their upcoming white-ball series against England.

'Banning athletes who kneel is breach of human rights'

'Banning athletes who kneel is breach of human rights'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

The stance of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in potentially banning athletes who kneel in support of anti-racism protests is a breach of human rights, the Global Athlete movement said on Sunday. Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter states that "no kind of demonstration or political, religious or racial propaganda is permitted in any Olympic sites, venues or other areas".

Man United's Cavani banned for 3 games for offensive post

Man United's Cavani banned for 3 games for offensive post

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Cavani suspended by FA for three games over use of racial term

'South Africa won't take knee in home series against England'

'South Africa won't take knee in home series against England'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

South Africa will appear in their first international assignment since the COVID-19-induced lockdown in March when they host England for three T20Is and as many ODIs, beginning on November 27 at Newlands.

Hate crimes against Asian Americans must stop: Biden

Hate crimes against Asian Americans must stop: Biden

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Biden's reference to the hate crime against Asian Americans was welcomed by Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna.

Serena's husband resigns from Reddit board

Serena's husband resigns from Reddit board

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

Ohanian married tennis star Serena Williams in 2017.

Students from NE hold protests: 'Why are we subjected to racial remarks?'

Students from NE hold protests: 'Why are we subjected to racial remarks?'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

Students from the northeast on Sunday staged a candlelight vigil for Arunachal Pradesh youth Nido Tania and demanded an anti-racism law to ensure the safety of the people from the region.

George Floyd died due to compression to neck: Autopsy

George Floyd died due to compression to neck: Autopsy

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

The independent autopsy, however, contradicts the Hennepin County autopsy report that found heart disease, hypertension and potential intoxicants contributed to Floyd's death.

Lazy criticism has racial undertones: Khawaja

Lazy criticism has racial undertones: Khawaja

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

'I like to think we're starting to move on from that, but there's definitely still that undertone ...'

Betting, match-fixing the big threats: Platini

Betting, match-fixing the big threats: Platini

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Match-fixing and illegal betting are the biggest threats to the future of soccer, UEFA president Michel Platini said on Monday.

Football Briefs: East Bengal drop points after Aizawl shock win

Football Briefs: East Bengal drop points after Aizawl shock win

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Ashwin could be India's match-winner in WTC final: Panesar

Ashwin could be India's match-winner in WTC final: Panesar

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Panesar feels the concept of WTC is a great advertisement of Test cricket and the former spinner went on to term the summit clash as an encounter similar to arch-rivals India and Pakistan playing a Test match or the Ashes.

Ferguson refuses to believe Chelsea claims

Ferguson refuses to believe Chelsea claims

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson stirred the pot in the latest racism storm to hit English soccer on Friday when he dismissed Chelsea's allegations that referee Mark Clattenburg racially abused two of their players last week.

'India Must Read Gail Omvedt's Writings'

'India Must Read Gail Omvedt's Writings'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

'After Ambedkar, Dr Gail was the only writer who wrote critically on caste issues.'

UK: Indian-born claims Rs 250 crore in racism case

UK: Indian-born claims Rs 250 crore in racism case

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

An Indian-born barrister in the UK is claiming 33 million pounds damages for racial discrimination, accusing her head of chambers and his "overtly racist" legal clerks of conspiring to stop her receiving a string of high profile and lucrative assignments.

Holder sad that 'Black Lives Matter' movement not part of IPL

Holder sad that 'Black Lives Matter' movement not part of IPL

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

West Indies captain Jason Holder expressed his disappointment that none of the eight IPL teams are 'taking a knee' in solidarity with the 'Black Lives Matter' movement, which has been completely ignored in world's most glamorous cricket league.

Soccer Extras: Former Uruguay star Forlan announces retirement

Soccer Extras: Former Uruguay star Forlan announces retirement

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

'Stokes will be brilliant as England captain'

'Stokes will be brilliant as England captain'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

England skipper Root has said he could miss the series opener believes the side would still be in good hands, with vice-captain Stokes well-equipped to take the reins.

Soccer Extras: We're going backwards, says Lukaku

Soccer Extras: We're going backwards, says Lukaku

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Windies see Archer as just another Englishman: Holder

Windies see Archer as just another Englishman: Holder

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

West Indies Test captain Jason Holder on Tuesday said his team will treat Barbados-born speedster Jofra Archer as just another English cricketer when the opening Test begins in Southampton on July 8. Archer gained eligibility to represent England in 2018. He had played for West Indies Under-19 side in 2014.

'Liar, clown': Trump, Biden trade insults in chaotic presidential debate

'Liar, clown': Trump, Biden trade insults in chaotic presidential debate

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

During the first of the three presidential debates in Cleveland, Ohio, Trump and Biden clashed over each other's personality, past record, family and their visions.

Athletes banned from protesting at Olympics, confirms IOC

Athletes banned from protesting at Olympics, confirms IOC

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

he International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed that athletes are still banned from protesting at the Olympic Games after several sports moved to allow protests in the wake of George Floyd's death in police custody. Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter states "no kind of demonstration or political, religious or racial propaganda is permitted in any Olympic sites, venues or other areas." Athletes who breach the rule are subject to discipline on a case-by-case basis and the IOC issued guidelines in January clarifying that banned protests include taking a knee and other gestures.

Trump says COVID-19 infections in African-Americans higher

Trump says COVID-19 infections in African-Americans higher

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Trump says he is very concerned about the terrible numbers of infected African-Americans.

The BEST OTT SHOWS of 2021

The BEST OTT SHOWS of 2021

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

From South Korean treats to internationally acclaimed series to home-grown delights, here are Sukanya Verma's favourite OTT shows of 2021.

Jodhpur cop kneels on man to control him; slammed for approach

Jodhpur cop kneels on man to control him; slammed for approach

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Jodhpur police said the man, identified as Mukesh Kumar, 40, snatched the mobile phone of a policeman and assaulted two constables who confronted him for not wearing a mask in public. Kumar also tried to run away without paying the fine.

Football: Inter sign Vidal from Barcelona for 1 million euros

Football: Inter sign Vidal from Barcelona for 1 million euros

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Irrepressible Ibrahimovic scores twice as Milan win opener

Rashford says people are hurting; Liverpool take knee

Rashford says people are hurting; Liverpool take knee

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

'Black lives matter. Black culture matters. Black communities matter. We matter. #justiceforgeorgefloyd #justiceforahmaudarbery #justiceforbreonnataylor.'

EPL: Man City go 17 points clear, Everton stumble

EPL: Man City go 17 points clear, Everton stumble

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

Manchester City moved 17 points clear of the pack with a 3-0 win at Fulham on Saturday

Balotelli warning for racists at Euro 2012

Balotelli warning for racists at Euro 2012

Rediff.com1 Jun 2012

Italy striker Mario Balotelli said he would "kill" anyone who threw a banana at him in the street during the European Championship in Poland and Ukraine next month.

Black players mulling 2018 Russia World Cup boycott: Toure

Black players mulling 2018 Russia World Cup boycott: Toure

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

Black players could boycott the 2018 World Cup in Russia if the country does not tackle racism in the stands, ManchesterCity's Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure was quoted as saying on Friday.