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New research adds to pressure on British monarchy over historical ties to slavery

New research shows that Britain's King George IV, who ruled for a decade until 1830, personally profited from enslaved labour on Grenadian plantations, a...

ON THIS DAY: Toni Morrison is born (1931)

On this day, 18 February 1931, the world welcomed one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century—Toni Morrison. Born in Lorain,...

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Peru former president Vizcarra sentenced to 14 years for corruption

Former Peruvian President Martín Vizcarra was sentenced today to...

Peru: Former President Martín Vizcarra sentenced to 14 years for corruption

A Peruvian court today sentenced ex-President Martín Vizcarra to...

Coup in Guinea-Bissau: President and army chief arrested

Outgoing President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea-Bissau has been...

China warns citizens against Japan travel

China's embassy in Japan warned its citizens to avoid...
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