Tag: slavery

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

International August 11, 2025 at 16:55

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 February 18, 2025 at 14:49

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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ON THIS DAY: Metropolitan Police Service founded in London (1829)

September 29, 2025 at 20:10

Cypriot athlete Christos Misos wins world title in Para Archery

Cyprus September 29, 2025 at 19:26

Christos Misos won the gold medal on Saturday at...

IMR/UNIC study: BuySell leads Cyprus online property listings

Cyprus September 29, 2025 at 19:07

Press Release - Nicosia, 26 September 2025 IMR/University of Nicosia,...

Netanyahu at White House as Trump seeks Gaza deal

International September 29, 2025 at 17:02

Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to...

How the Michigan church shooting and fire unfolded

International September 29, 2025 at 16:00

Far below the piercing spires atop every Church of...