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Why the King can't say 'sorry' for slavery
Arguments about reparations rumbled once again this week as the King spoke at the Commonwealth summit in Samoa.6 hours ago -
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King Charles tells summit the past can't be changed as leaders ask Britain to reckon with slavery
King Charles III has told a summit of Commonwealth countries in Samoa that the past could not be changed as he indirectly acknowledged calls from some of Britain’s former colonies for a reckoning ...15 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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'I can't run a business like this': Why the WordPress row matters
WordPress's tools are used by 40% of the world's websites, making this a spat with big consequences.2 hours ago -
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Why the Knicks are counting on the 'king of New York' to level up again
As New York sports hit fever pitch, the Knicks are banking on a revamped roster to capitalize on their new captain's rise to stardom.4 hours ago -
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We must learn lessons from history, King tells Commonwealth
Some Commonwealth countries have called for the UK to pay reparations for its historic role in the transatlantic slave trade.12 hours ago -
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King Charles acknowledges 'painful' slavery past as calls for reparations intensify
King Charles said the Commonwealth should acknowledge its “painful” history, as African and Caribbean nations push for reparations for Britain’s role in transatlantic slavery.13 hours ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
King Charles acknowledges ‘painful’ past as calls for slavery reparations grow at Commonwealth summit
Some leaders had hoped Charles might use his speech at Chogm in Samoa as an opportunity to apologise for Britain’s colonial past. King Charles acknowledged “painful aspects” of Britain’s past while ...22 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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'We can't change our history' on UK's role in slave trade, says Starmer
The prime minister says the practice was "abhorrent" but does not commit to making reparation payments.22 hours ago -
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UK will not pay out over slavery, says Reeves
The chancellor says she understands why countries are making demands but the UK will not pay out.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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NC State's Grayson McCall gives up football, says he can't come back from latest head injury
North Carolina State quarterback Grayson McCall has announced his retirement from football less than three weeks after a vicious hit knocked him out of a game for the second time this seasonYesterday -
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Starmer rejects calls for slavery reparation talks
The prime minister says he wants to focus on challenges faced by Commonwealth countries "right now".2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Starmer says he wants to ‘look forward’ and not talk about slavery reparations
UK prime minister would rather work with nations on ‘future-facing challenges’ at Commonwealth summit. . Keir Starmer has insisted he wants to “look forward” rather than have “very long endless ...2 days ago -
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Indigenous Australian who confronted King Charles III says she won't be 'shut down'
An Indigenous senator has intensified her criticism of King Charles III, again accusing the British monarch of complicity in the “genocide” against Australia’s First Peoples and declaring she will ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Sorry, Trump. The Issue of Abortion Is Not Going Away.
It resists all attempts at moderation and compromise.3 days ago - Abortion -
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Here's why every Australian can request, and receive, a free portrait of King Charles
Photo portraits of King Charles are available in Australia under a little-known government policy that says every citizen there can request, and receive, a portrait of their monarch3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Here's why every Australian can request, and receive, a free portrait of King Charles
Photo portraits of King Charles are available in Australia under a little-known government policy that says every citizen there can request, and receive, a portrait of their monarch3 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Archbishop of Canterbury reveals ancestral links to slavery
Justin Welby says ancestor owned enslaved people in Jamaica and was paid compensation upon abolition. Justin Welby, the archbishop of Canterbury, has revealed that his ancestor owned enslaved ...4 days ago -
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James Gunn Says Superman Actor David Corenswet Will "F**king Blow People Away"
James Gunn's Superman is coming to theaters in July 2025, but when will the first trailer drop? We still don't know, but writer-director James Gunn, who is also the co-head of DC Studios, teased ...4 days ago -
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Employment rights bill will cost firms £5bn per year but benefits will justify costs, government says – UK politics live
Analysis from business and trade department says bill will significantly strengthen workers’ right. In the past the weirdest budget tradition was the convention that the chancellor is allowed to ...4 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Deion Sanders can't resist jab at Barack Obama for saying Colorado had 'a couple good players'
Following a win over Arizona, Colorado coach Deion Sanders couldn't help responding to a joke former president Barack Obama made about the Buffaloes.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Why experts say keeping standard time is 'undeniably' better for us
Surveys have found that most Americans want to do away with the twice-a-year changing of the clocks. But whether we should observe daylight saving or standard time year round will depend on who you ...6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
UK will not apologise for role in slavery at Commonwealth summit, No 10 says
News that no symbolic apology or reparations are planned could put Starmer on collision course with other nations. The UK government will not apologise over Britain’s role in the transatlantic ...6 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Malik Nabers says he can't remember play that gave him concussion
The Giants rookie is set to make his return from the concussion protocol on Sunday.6 days ago -
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'You can't show weakness' - why African leaders maintain secrecy around their health
There is a long history of African leaders hiding or lying about their health to keep rivals at bay.6 days ago -
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Fox explains why he didn't sign new Kings deal, reveals what it'd take
Sacramento Kings star point guard De'Aaron Fox explained the reasoning behind him turning down a Kings contract extension this offseason and waiting until after the 2024-25 NBA season.October 18 -
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No UK apology over slavery at Commonwealth summit
No apology over Britain's historic links to the slave trade at the Commonwealth summit, says 10 Downing Street.October 18 - United Kingdom -
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‘I was a tired, grumpy old man’: Ben Stokes says sorry to England teammates
Captain angry with himself for his bad body language Insists result ‘could have been different if we’d won toss’ Ben Stokes has admitted he behaved like “a grumpy old man” as England slid to ...October 18 -
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The Lion king in waiting? Why Ireland’s new talisman Caelan Doris fits the bill
The country boy from Lacken who is now a world-class No 8 on enjoying captaincy, a fascination with psychology and his penchant for hot yoga. It will be another six months before Andy Farrell ...October 18 -
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Modern slavery backlog could be eradicated in two years, says government
Safeguarding minister Jess Phillips aims to clear a backlog of more than 23,000 cases.October 18 -
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Why Zelenskyy says his Victory Plan is the only way to stop Russia
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Tennessee judges say doctors can't be disciplined for providing emergency abortions
A three-judge panel has ruled that Tennessee cannot discipline doctors who provide emergency abortions to protect the life of the mother while a lawsuit challenging the state’s sweeping abortion ...October 17 - Abortion -
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Why Einhorn says it’s the most expensive stock market in decades
One leading hedge fund says it’s not just tech stocks with nosebleed valuations.October 16 -
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Here’s Why Economists Say Trump’s Economic Plans Would Worsen Inflation
Tariffs, the GOP hopeful’s go-to economic policy plank, would raise average household costs by $2,600 a year, and experts say Trump’s other plans would do more harm than good.October 15 -
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Haaland sorry after Norway thumped by Austria
Erling Haaland has apologised for Norway's agonizing 5-1 defeat to Austria in the Nations League on Sunday, branding his performance as "far too bad."October 15 -
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Why Kings' De'Aaron Fox is reportedly turning down $165 million extension ahead of 2024-25 NBA season
Fox could earn up to $345 million on his next deal if he has a stellar 2024-25 seasonOctober 14 - NBA