While a global row rages over the controversial background of historical figures immortalised as statues, Germany already has its own solution: in Berlin, the Spandau - Zitadelle museum is the final resting place of many controversial monuments brought down by the people over time

Germany offers solution to controversial monuments with statue museum

Thousands marched through U.S. cities on Friday (June 19) in Juneteenth observances marking the abolition of slavery more than a century and a half ago, an occasion which has special resonance this year amid America's reckoning with its legacy of racism.

Juneteenth rallies and celebrations across United States

Protesters pulled down a statue of a Confederate general in Washington late on Friday, part of a wave of anti-racism demonstrations in the United States.

Black Lives Matter protests: Statues toppled across United States

<p>An anti-spam system on Instagram has been "incorrectly" displaying an ''action blocked''&nbsp;message to&nbsp;some users, preventing them from posting images using the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter.</p>

<p>Some people posting pictures with #blacklivematter encountered messages that read:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>''This action was blocked. Please try again later. We restrict certain content and actions to protect our community. Tell us if you think we made a mistake.''</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-protests-defy-curfews-as-trump-faces-backlash-for-violent-crackdown-302854" hreflang="en">US protests defy curfews as Trump faces backlash for violent crackdown</a></strong></p>

<p>The platform says the restrictions were a mistake by its systems and were the result of a massive outpouring of support for widespread protests against police brutality.</p>

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<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/protests-over-george-floyds-death-expose-raw-race-relations-worldwide-302869" hreflang="en">Protests over George Floyd's death expose raw race relations worldwide</a></strong></p>

<p>"Given the increase in content shared to #blacklivesmatter, this technology is incorrectly coming into effect. We are resolving this issue as quickly as we can, and investigating a separate issue uploading Stories," the company&nbsp;said.</p>

<p>Protests over the death of George Floyd while in the custody of&nbsp;Minnesota police continue around the nation with people looking for ways to show support.</p>


An anti-spam system on Instagram has been "incorrectly" displaying an ''action blocked'' message to some users, preventing them from posting images using the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter.

An anti-spam system on Instagram has been "incorrectly" displaying an ''action blocked'' message to some users, preventing them from posting images using the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter. Some people posting pictures with #blacklivematter encountered messages that read: ''This action was blocked. Please try again later. We restrict certain content and actions to protect our community. Tell us if you think we made a mistake.'' Also read: US protests defy curfews as Trump faces backlash for violent crackdown The platform says the restrictions were a mistake by its systems and were the result of a massive outpouring of support for widespread protests against police brutality. 1/ We're aware that some people are incorrectly running into "action blocked" messages when using the hashtag #blacklivesmatter, or resharing related posts. We have technology that detects rapidly increasing activity on Instagram to help combat spam. — Instagram Comms (@InstagramComms) June 1, 2020 × Also read: Protests over George Floyd's death expose raw race relations worldwide "Given the increase in content shared to #blacklivesmatter, this technology is incorrectly coming into effect. We are resolving this issue as quickly as we can, and investigating a separate issue uploading Stories," the company said. Protests over the death of George Floyd while in the custody of Minnesota police continue around the nation with people looking for ways to show support.

Instagram to fix anti-spam tool blocking posts with tag Black Lives Matter

<p>Known to be vocal against injustice, Hollywood actor George Clooney has penned a powerful essay condemning the death of George Floyd. Clooney termed racism as the 'greatest pandemic' of America, of which no 'vaccine' has been found in 400 years.<br />
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The essay has been published by Daily Beast where Clooney calls for "systemic change" in the US to tackle the problem of racism.<br />
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"How many times have we seen people of colour killed by police?" he writes.<br />
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"Tamir Rice, Philando Castile, Laquan McDonald. There is little doubt that George Floyd was murdered. We watched as he took his last breath at the hands of four police officers. Now we see another defiant reaction to the systemic cruel treatment of a portion of our citizens like we saw in 1968, 1992, and 2014. We don`t know when these protests will subside. We hope and pray that no one else will be killed. But we also know that very little will change," he continued.<br />
Clooney feels fundamental changes need to be made.<br />
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"The anger and the frustration we see playing out once again in our streets is just a reminder of how little we`ve grown as a country from our original sin of slavery," he wrote, adding: "The fact that we aren`t actually buying and selling other human beings anymore is not a badge of honour. We need systemic change in our law enforcement and in our criminal justice system. ... This is our pandemic. It infects all of us, and in 400 years we`ve yet to find a vaccine."<br />
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Clooney also took a dig at US President Donald Trump and write, "We need policymakers and politicians that reflect basic fairness to all of their citizens equally. Not leaders that stoke hatred and violence as if the idea of shooting looters could ever be anything less than a racial dog whistle," he said.</p>

<p>"So this week, as we`re wondering what it`s going to take to fix these seemingly insurmountable problems, just remember we created these issues so we can fix them. And there is only one way in this country to bring lasting change: Vote," concluded the star.<br />
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The US at present is witnessing nationwide protests in following Floyd`s tragic death in Minnesota. He died after former police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for over eight minutes.</p>


Known to be vocal against injustice, Hollywood actor George Clooney has penned a powerful essay condemning the death of George Floyd. Clooney termed racism as the 'greatest pandemic' of America, of which no 'vaccine' has been found in 400 years.

Known to be vocal against injustice, Hollywood actor George Clooney has penned a powerful essay condemning the death of George Floyd. Clooney termed racism as the 'greatest pandemic' of America, of which no 'vaccine' has been found in 400 years. The essay has been published by Daily Beast where Clooney calls for "systemic change" in the US to tackle the problem of racism. "How many times have we seen people of colour killed by police?" he writes. "Tamir Rice, Philando Castile, Laquan McDonald. There is little doubt that George Floyd was murdered. We watched as he took his last breath at the hands of four police officers. Now we see another defiant reaction to the systemic cruel treatment of a portion of our citizens like we saw in 1968, 1992, and 2014. We don`t know when these protests will subside. We hope and pray that no one else will be killed. But we also know that very little will change," he continued. Clooney feels fundamental changes need to be made. "The anger and the frustration we see playing out once again in our streets is just a reminder of how little we`ve grown as a country from our original sin of slavery," he wrote, adding: "The fact that we aren`t actually buying and selling other human beings anymore is not a badge of honour. We need systemic change in our law enforcement and in our criminal justice system. ... This is our pandemic. It infects all of us, and in 400 years we`ve yet to find a vaccine." Clooney also took a dig at US President Donald Trump and write, "We need policymakers and politicians that reflect basic fairness to all of their citizens equally. Not leaders that stoke hatred and violence as if the idea of shooting looters could ever be anything less than a racial dog whistle," he said. "So this week, as we`re wondering what it`s going to take to fix these seemingly insurmountable problems, just remember we created these issues so we can fix them. And there is only one way in this country to bring lasting change: Vote," concluded the star. The US at present is witnessing nationwide protests in following Floyd`s tragic death in Minnesota. He died after former police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for over eight minutes.

George Clooney writes on George Floyd's death: Racism is the greatest pandemic

<p>Youth television channel MTV and other stablemate channels said they will go dark around the world on Monday to mark the death in police custody of George Floyd, joining other US entertainment outlets in condemning racial inequality.<br />
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MTV will be joined by its other ViacomCBS youth and music channels, including Comedy Central, CMT, and VH1, at 5 p.m. ET (2100 GMT) in an eight minute, 46 second blackout - the length of time they said that a white Minneapolis police officer last week knelt on the neck of Floyd, a black man.<br />
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Floyd`s death has prompted mass protests in cities around the United States decrying the treatment of black Americans, polarizing the country politically and racially.<br />
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"We are seeing the tragic impact of discrimination affect our community in a myriad of ways – including the disproportionate number of people of color who have been impacted by COVID-19 – another life or death fight for our breath," Chris McCarthy, president of entertainment and youth brands at ViacomCBS domestic networks, said in an internal note to staff that was seen by Reuters.<br />
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The TV networks will also provide a call to action encouraging audiences to link up with racial justice organization Color of Change.<br />
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The move by MTV follows calls by leading record labels to suspend business, delay new music releases, and pledge support for racial justice organizations in the wake of Floyd`s death.<br />
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Warner Music Group, Universal Music, Sony Music and other record labels have issued pledges and support for the `Black Out Tuesday` initiative.<br />
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Multiple musicians, including Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Rihanna, Ariana Grande and Jay-Z have spoken out in response to the death and subsequent demonstrations, some of which have turned violent.<br />
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"We`re broken and we`re disgusted... If you are white, black, brown or anything in between I am sure you feel (left) hopeless by the racism going on in America right now," Beyonce posted in an Instagram video.</p>


Youth television channel MTV and other stablemate channels said they will go dark around the world on Monday to mark the death in police custody of George Floyd, joining other US entertainment outlets in condemning racial inequality.

Youth television channel MTV and other stablemate channels said they will go dark around the world on Monday to mark the death in police custody of George Floyd, joining other US entertainment outlets in condemning racial inequality. MTV will be joined by its other ViacomCBS youth and music channels, including Comedy Central, CMT, and VH1, at 5 p.m. ET (2100 GMT) in an eight minute, 46 second blackout - the length of time they said that a white Minneapolis police officer last week knelt on the neck of Floyd, a black man. Floyd`s death has prompted mass protests in cities around the United States decrying the treatment of black Americans, polarizing the country politically and racially. "We are seeing the tragic impact of discrimination affect our community in a myriad of ways – including the disproportionate number of people of color who have been impacted by COVID-19 – another life or death fight for our breath," Chris McCarthy, president of entertainment and youth brands at ViacomCBS domestic networks, said in an internal note to staff that was seen by Reuters. The TV networks will also provide a call to action encouraging audiences to link up with racial justice organization Color of Change. The move by MTV follows calls by leading record labels to suspend business, delay new music releases, and pledge support for racial justice organizations in the wake of Floyd`s death. Warner Music Group, Universal Music, Sony Music and other record labels have issued pledges and support for the `Black Out Tuesday` initiative. Multiple musicians, including Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Rihanna, Ariana Grande and Jay-Z have spoken out in response to the death and subsequent demonstrations, some of which have turned violent. "We`re broken and we`re disgusted... If you are white, black, brown or anything in between I am sure you feel (left) hopeless by the racism going on in America right now," Beyonce posted in an Instagram video.

MTV, Comedy Central and other channels to go dark, record labels to hit pause as US protests rage

<p>Madonna's 'tribute' to George Floyd has not gone down well with people. The popstar joined millions across the world in condemning security guard George Floyd's murder.<br />
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Anger erupted on streets of various parts of America after video footage showed a police officer kneeling on Floyd's neck as he died. Since last week, protests have erupted in various cities with people demanding justice for Floyd's death and calling out the authorities for the racist attack.<br />
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On Thursday Madonna shared a two-minute clip of her son, David Banda, dancing to Michael Jackson's song 'They Don't Care About Us'.<br />
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"Brutal murder travels around the world my son David Dances to honor and pay tribute to George and His Family and all Acts of Racism and Discrimination that happen on a daily basis in America. #davidbanda #JusticeforGeorgeFloyd #MichaelJackson," Madonna wrote as caption.</p>

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<p>The pop diva's post invited a lot of criticism with most calling the video insensitive and uncalled for.<br />
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"Nobody asked Madonna to weigh in today. Not a soul. Unforced errors among public figures have been rampant this month," wrote April Reign, the creator of the #OscarsSoWhite campaign.</p>

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<p>TV writer Akilah Green added that the video was "worse than that Pepsi can," referring to an infamous 2017 commercial starring Kendall Jenner that had protested as a backdrop to promote the drink.</p>

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Madonna's 'tribute' to George Floyd has not gone down well with people. The popstar joined millions across the world in condemning security guard George Floyd's murder.

Madonna's 'tribute' to George Floyd has not gone down well with people. The popstar joined millions across the world in condemning security guard George Floyd's murder. Anger erupted on streets of various parts of America after video footage showed a police officer kneeling on Floyd's neck as he died. Since last week, protests have erupted in various cities with people demanding justice for Floyd's death and calling out the authorities for the racist attack. On Thursday Madonna shared a two-minute clip of her son, David Banda, dancing to Michael Jackson's song 'They Don't Care About Us'. "Brutal murder travels around the world my son David Dances to honor and pay tribute to George and His Family and all Acts of Racism and Discrimination that happen on a daily basis in America. #davidbanda #JusticeforGeorgeFloyd #MichaelJackson," Madonna wrote as caption. Brutal murder travels around the world my son David Dances to honor and pay tribute to George and His Family and all Acts of Racism and Discrimination that happen on a daily basis in America. #davidbanda #JusticeforGeorgeFloyd #MichaelJackson pic.twitter.com/wLa6YKrYF1 — Madonna (@Madonna) May 28, 2020 × The pop diva's post invited a lot of criticism with most calling the video insensitive and uncalled for. "Nobody asked Madonna to weigh in today. Not a soul. Unforced errors among public figures have been rampant this month," wrote April Reign, the creator of the #OscarsSoWhite campaign. Nobody asked Madonna to weigh in today. Not a soul. Unforced errors among public figures have been rampant this month. pic.twitter.com/DNOkNCG7at — April (@ReignOfApril) May 29, 2020 × TV writer Akilah Green added that the video was "worse than that Pepsi can," referring to an infamous 2017 commercial starring Kendall Jenner that had protested as a backdrop to promote the drink.

Madonna criticised for commenting on George Floyd's death with a dance video of her son

<p>Lady Gaga and K-pop girl band Blackpink have collaborated to release new single 'Sour Candy' which was unveiled on May 28. A part of Gaga's upcoming album 'Chromatica', the single has generated to a lot of interest.<br />
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Now, typically when a single is released, fans of the artist trend the song on various social media platforms in order to create a buzz around it. It also helps to promote the song and gets more people to talk about it.</p>

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On social media #SourCandy trended in the United States on May 28 but now some Blackpink fans (they call themselves Blinks) are asking people to not use the hashtag and instead support the current trending #BlackLivesMatter hashtag.</p>

<p>The #BlackLivesMatter movement has been trending on social media ever since George Floyd's death. Floyd, an African-American died after a now-fired Minneapolis police officer kneeled on his neck for nearly eight minutes.&nbsp; The officer has been fired since then.<br />
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People have been using the hashtag to seek justice for Floyd's murder. Thousands in America have taken to the streets to demand justice. Those demands have also crossed over to social media as well, with people rallying behind hashtags like #minneapolisriots and other phrases like "Minneapolis Freedom Fund" trending on Twitter.<br />
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Owing to the current situation, Blackpink fans have decided to postpone the promotion of 'SugarCandy' and instead use their social media might to make #BlackLivesMatter hashtag trend. Not just Blackpink fans, but other K-pop fans too have shown their support to the hashtag.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/from-justin-bieber-to-taylor-swift-celebrities-seek-justice-for-george-floyd-301554">Also read: From Justin Bieber to Taylor Swift: Celebrities seek justice for George Floyd</a></p>


Lady Gaga and K-pop girl band Blackpink have collaborated to release new single 'Sour Candy' which was unveiled on May 28. A part of Gaga's upcoming album 'Chromatica', the single has generated to a lot of interest.

Lady Gaga and K-pop girl band Blackpink have collaborated to release new single 'Sour Candy' which was unveiled on May 28. A part of Gaga's upcoming album 'Chromatica', the single has generated to a lot of interest. Now, typically when a single is released, fans of the artist trend the song on various social media platforms in order to create a buzz around it. It also helps to promote the song and gets more people to talk about it. On social media #SourCandy trended in the United States on May 28 but now some Blackpink fans (they call themselves Blinks) are asking people to not use the hashtag and instead support the current trending #BlackLivesMatter hashtag. The #BlackLivesMatter movement has been trending on social media ever since George Floyd's death. Floyd, an African-American died after a now-fired Minneapolis police officer kneeled on his neck for nearly eight minutes. The officer has been fired since then. People have been using the hashtag to seek justice for Floyd's murder. Thousands in America have taken to the streets to demand justice. Those demands have also crossed over to social media as well, with people rallying behind hashtags like #minneapolisriots and other phrases like "Minneapolis Freedom Fund" trending on Twitter. Owing to the current situation, Blackpink fans have decided to postpone the promotion of 'SugarCandy' and instead use their social media might to make #BlackLivesMatter hashtag trend. Not just Blackpink fans, but other K-pop fans too have shown their support to the hashtag. Also read: From Justin Bieber to Taylor Swift: Celebrities seek justice for George Floyd

K-pop fans avoid trending Blackpink and Lady Gaga's 'Sour Pink' out of respect for #BlackLivesMatter

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