Ukraine conflict: Everyone has right to cross borders in time of conflict, says AU amid claims of racism

The African Union (AU) says everyone, including Africans, has a right to cross international borders in times of conflict as Russia continues its march into Ukraine.
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Nigeria condemns reports of racism at Ukraine border

Nigeria on Monday urged border officials in Ukraine and neighbouring countries to treat its citizens equally amid mounting reports of racial discrimination against Africans fleeing the Russian invasion.
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French court fines far-right presidential candidate for hate speech and inciting racial hatred

A French court on Monday convicted the far-right French presidential candidate Éric Zemmour of inciting racial hatred and fined him for remarks he made in 2020, according to reports. During a September 2020 TV appearance, Zemmour had made racist comments about unaccompanied migrants.
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Brain scans of Black women who experience racism show trauma-like effects, putting them at higher risk for future health problems

Black women who have experienced more racism throughout their lives have stronger brain responses to threat, which may hurt their long-term health, according to a new study I conducted with clinical neuropsychologist Negar Fani and other colleagues.
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