Outrage over scantily clad socialites highlights the growing contradictions of a society reshaped by the war in Ukraine.
Tag: Apologies
An Israeli Hostage Speaks of Her 7 Weeks in Hamas Captivity
Chen Goldstein-Almog and three of her children were freed in late November. Her husband and eldest daughter were killed in Hamas’s Oct. 7 attacks in Israel.
For Israel’s Netanyahu, War in Gaza and at Home
Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, apologized for accusing military and security officials of lapses that led to the Hamas massacre but declined to accept responsibility himself.
Dutch Royals Confront South Africa’s Colonial Legacy
The king has previously apologized for his family’s role in slavery, but some South Africans seek a direct apology and reparations from the Netherlands.
Canada’s Speaker Apologizes After Ukrainian Who Fought for Nazis Was Honored
Jewish groups demanded an explanation after Anthony Rota, the speaker of Canada’s House of Commons, introduced a 98-year-old veteran of an SS unit as a “hero.”
Irish Gymnastics Body Apologizes After Black Girl Is Shunned at Ceremony
A video of the medals ceremony fueled indignation online, and drew criticism from the seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles.
Spanish Soccer Chief Rubiales Refuses to Resign Over World Cup Kiss
The players demanded change after Luis Rubiales declined to quit over kissing Jennifer Hermoso, a member of the World Cup-winning team.
Luis Rubiales Apologizes for Kissing Jennifer Hermoso After World Cup Win
“Probably I made a mistake,” Luis Rubiales, the Spanish soccer federation chief, said after grabbing Jennifer Hermoso and planting a kiss full on her mouth, igniting howls of outrage on social media.
Dutch King Apologizes for His Country’s Role in the Slave Trade
The Netherlands formally abolished slavery in its colonies in 1863, but has only recently begun to actively acknowledge its participation in the practice.
The Guardian Apologizes for Its Handling of Sexual Harassment Complaints
The British media company is also changing its internal processes following a New York Times investigation into a former star political columnist.