IT and computer industry giant Microsoft is still smarting after being caught apparently doctoring an advertising photo that changed a subject’s race/colour from African to Caucasian.
The U.S. version of the ad showed three people at a conference table: an Asian man, a black man, and a white woman. However when localising the marketing image [...]

A Malaysian model has been spared the wrath of rod – but only until the end of the month – before she has to face a public flogging for violating strict Muslim laws.
Kartika Sari Dewi Shukarno, 32, admitted drinking alcohol at a hotel bar two years ago, fined $1,400 and sentenced to six strokes with [...]

Even if you’re not Jamaican, it’s hard to ignore the fact that Jamaica is riding the crest of the pride wave right now.
Bouyed by current successes at the 12th IAAF World Athletic Championships in Berlin, Germany, Jamaicans are feeling proud and elevated. This is resulting in much back-slapping, high-fiving and fist-touching ceremonies exploding in front [...]