The rejection of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament is likely to lead to an irreversible shift in the nation’s relationship with its first peoples.
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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.
Australia Rejects Indigenous ‘Voice’ Referendum
The proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament was widely supported by Indigenous voters, but had raised fears and hopes that were both overblown.
National Gallery of Canada Decolonizes Amid Turmoil
As Canada reckons with its colonial history, a push to “decolonize” museums has rocked its National Gallery and other museums.
Zimbabwe’s Neighbors Cast Doubt on Elections That Gave Mnangagwa the Win
The main regional bloc in southern Africa and the African Union declined to rubber stamp the elections and cast doubt on a vote that led to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s re-election.
How 4 Countries Are Preparing to Bring Stolen Treasures Home
While attention is focused on western museums and governments giving back looted items, heritage workers in the global south are laying the groundwork for new claims.
Colonization Was ‘Luckiest Thing’ for Australia, John Howard Says
The backlash was swift after John Howard made the remarks ahead of a referendum on Aboriginal representation in the government.
Theme Park’s Selective History Appeals to a New Spanish Nationalism
Puy du Fou España has drawn visitors with spectacular shows about Spanish history. But part of its success lies in what goes unsaid.
Contemporary African Royals, in Regalia and Complexity
A new photography exhibition at London’s Tate Modern includes images of monarchs from across the continent, steering away from Western imagery.
The America That Americans Forget
As tensions with China mount, the U.S. military continues to build up Guam and other Pacific territories — placing the burdens of imperial power on the nation’s most ignored and underrepresented citizens.