Identity

August 04, 2020

Given the Black roots of hip-hop, rap, K-pop and other musical genres, BLM is hard to ignore, but artists must straddle all kinds of considerations including restraints on freedom of expression in their respective countries.

Critical State

The long-lasting scars of Japanese American internment

Inkstick Media

July 28, 2020

Critical State, our weekly global security newsletter, takes a deep dive into new research on how the scars conflict leaves on regular civilians express themselves in post-conflict politics. In a new working paper, political scientists look into the long-term effects of Japanese internment camps in the US.

Lifestyle & Belief

Bringing down barriers for travelers with disabilities in Korea

The World

July 27, 2020

A South Korean globe-trotter and wheelchair user advocates for more accessible tourism.

Education

'Special Friends' dolls reflect the lives of children with special needs

The World

July 24, 2020

When Victoria Band's son was diagnosed with hearing loss, she wished she could give him a doll with hearing aids to reflect his disability. Last year, she started her own line of dolls with scars, cleft lips, hearing aids and oxygen tanks.

Sports

Washington NFL team retires racial slur from its name and logo

The World

July 14, 2020

It’s a demand that Indigenous activists have been demanding for years. But it may be too early to call it a victory. “...Until we actually see what that replacement is, I think it’s probably too early to celebrate," said Tristan Ahtone, president of the Native American Journalists Association. "The team still could come back with native-themed imagery."

Global Politics

Former US diplomat attests to racial discrimination in diplomatic corps

The World

July 13, 2020

Tianna Spears says she faced racial discrimination as a US consular officer abroad. "America loses, first of all, when we're not an inclusive society and when we're not welcoming to others," she told The World. "But secondly, when we're overseas at our embassies and consulates abroad, we have a great opportunity to advance diplomacy and show what America truly represents."

Justice

As Iran arrests Instagram influencers, some seek safety abroad

The World

July 13, 2020

Parkour star Alireza Japalaghy's video landed him in hot water with Iranian authorities for violating public decency codes, forcing him to escape to Turkey. The possibility of extradition back to Iran has human rights activists concerned.

Every 30 Seconds

This young Afro Latino teacher and voter wants to be a model for his students

The World

July 10, 2020

Brayan Guevara's mother and grandparents were teachers. Now, he's on the same path, and he wants to serve as a model for his students — especially those who are Black, Latino and Afro Latino — so that they, too, see a future for themselves in education.

Environment

Racial justice movement spurs a Texas city council to bar fracking expansion

Living on Earth

July 08, 2020

With the spotlight now on institutional racism, the city council of Arlington, Texas, took a historic stand by bucking a state law and refusing to expand a gas well complex close to a preschool for Black and Latino children.

Conflict & Justice

Black and South Asian communities find solidarity in fight against racism

The World

July 07, 2020

As the global movement for police accountability grows, activists are looking for ways to build lasting transnational connections to sustain the fight. But solidarity across nations can get really complicated.

Identity

K-pop and Chinese hip-hop artists grapple with their responses to BLM

The long-lasting scars of Japanese American internment

Bringing down barriers for travelers with disabilities in Korea

'Special Friends' dolls reflect the lives of children with special needs

Washington NFL team retires racial slur from its name and logo

Former US diplomat attests to racial discrimination in diplomatic corps

As Iran arrests Instagram influencers, some seek safety abroad

This young Afro Latino teacher and voter wants to be a model for his students

Racial justice movement spurs a Texas city council to bar fracking expansion

Black and South Asian communities find solidarity in fight against racism

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