To add some context to the side-note, for those unfamiliar with the story, the BBC used that word in an editorial/journalistic context, quoting the racial abuse a man suffered after being intentionally hit with a car while waiting on the bus. The victim's family were determined that the BBC show pictures showing the extent of his injuries and quote, in full, the racist tirade he was subject to during the attack.
Whether or not you agree with them using that word on a news report, I think the context and intent are really important.
Whether or not you agree with them using that word on a news report, I think the context and intent are really important.