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Tidjane Thiam

Credit Suisse Appoints African CEO

Credit Suisse, the seventh largest investment bank in the world, has appointed African Tidjane Thiam as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

ferguson police

Discovery Of Racist Emails Forced Two Ferguson Officers To Quit, Court Employee Sacked

A Department of Justice report that tackled racist email exchanges between members of the Ferguson, Missouri police and local court officials, led to the resignation of two police officers and the sacking of a court clerk.

The late Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman

George Zimmerman Arrested for Throwing Wine Bottle at Girlfriend

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office arrested on Friday night George Zimmerman at his home in Lake Mary. He was accused of throwing a bottle of wine at his girlfriend, leading to the filing of aggravated assault charges.

Eric Garner Case

Police Arrest Protesters Despite Peaceful Demonstration Over Deadly Chokehold Case

The grand jury in Staten Island has decided on Wednesday that the white New York Police Officer whose chokehold on a black man leading to the man's death will not be indicted resulting to waves of protests and disapproval from elected officials.

Charles Barkley Stands Pat On 'Controversial' Comments Ferguson Comments

Turner Sports basketball analyst Charles Barkley stood by his opinion on the racial issue surrounding the Ferguson shooting, saying people never talk about race until a bad situation crops up.

Barack Obama

Ferguson Aftermath: Why Obama Asks For US$263M Budget For Police

In the wake of the Ferguson protests, U.S. President Barack Obama announced his intention to ask for US$263-million budget from the Congress in order to train and equip police officials with body cameras.

UFC light heavyweight champion Jon

Rogan Cites Racism to Reason Why Jon Jones Isn't More Popular

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) commentator, Joe Rogan, recently wondered why people do not like light heavyweight champion Jonny "Bones" Jones more. The answer he came up with, was racism.

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council  leader Roger Stone

1400 Children in Rotherham Faced Sexual Abuse, Council Head Resigns Over Leadership Failure

A report from Rotherham, UK regarding child abuse has revealed that 1,400 young victims were subjected to sexual exploitation for more than 16 years.

Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj: 'Racism is alive and well'

Who is Nicki Minaj referring to about her racism posts? Rumors say it must be Iggy Azalea - again!

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder

Statements from U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder Incite Racial Discussions, Critics Say

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder’s claims of racial animosity fueling most of the attacks to him and the first African-America President Barrack Obama on Sunday aroused fury from among those on the right.

Donald Sterling Hands Over Control of Clippers to Estranged Wife

Following the charges filed by the NBA against Donald Sterling for his racist comments, the LA Clippers owner transfers control of the team to estranged wife, Shelly.

Mavericks' Owner Mark Cuban Opens Up About Bigotry in the NBA

Mark Cuban released statements on Wednesday pinpointing the need for more tolerance toward bigoted comments. Cuban will be one of 30 NBA owners to vote whether or not to terminate Donald Sterling's Clippers ownership.

NBA Saga: David Sterling Lashes at Magic Johnson While Apologizing for Racist Comments

While publicly apologizing for his racist remarks, LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling took a shot at NBA legend Magic Johnson.

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