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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Nasa unveils next steps for Moon base plans

June 3, 2026 at 16:51

Portugal strike disrupts transport and services nationwide

International June 3, 2026 at 16:48

A second strike in Portugal within six months has...

Finland: 27-year-old charged over abuse of 361 children via social media

International June 3, 2026 at 16:25

A major abuse case has emerged in which a...

Workplace fatal accident: 21-year-old crushed by glass panels

Cyprus June 3, 2026 at 16:00

A workplace accident in the Paphos district has resulted...

Christodoulides received Order of Friendship in Kazakhstan

Cyprus June 3, 2026 at 15:51

The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides,...