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Time has come for reparations dialogue, Commonwealth heads agree
The UK had previously insisted the subject was not on the agenda at the leaders' summit in Samoa.2 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Commonwealth nations adopt their first ocean declaration
Commonwealth countries have adopted their first ocean declaration during their summit held for the first time in the Pacific island nation of Samoa6 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Commonwealth leaders agree to consider reparations for historic slavery
Pledge comes despite British efforts to prevent the issue from being mentioned in official communique6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Time has come’: Commonwealth heads agree to reparatory justice dialogue despite reluctant UK
UK government stresses it does not pay reparations and said before Chogm summit that issue was not on agenda. Commonwealth leaders have resolved that “the time has come” for a conversation on ...9 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey appointed Commonwealth secretary general
Ghana’s foreign minister since 2017, Botchwey supports calls for reparations for transatlantic slavery and colonialism . Commonwealth members have appointed Ghana’s foreign minister, Shirley ...11 hours ago -
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
Rangers, Alexis Lafreniere agree to contract extension
The Rangers and Alexis Lafreniere agreed to terms on a contract extension, New York announced Friday.21 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
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.Yesterday -
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Commonwealth leaders to defy UK by putting slavery reparations on summit agenda
Downing Street insists a discussion about the issue is not on the agenda for the summit of 56 Commonwealth countries.2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Leaders meet at Commonwealth summit with slavery reparations on agenda
Commonwealth leaders convened in Samoa to discuss climate change and reparations for Britain's role in transatlantic slavery.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Keir Starmer urged to ‘engage’ on reparations at Commonwealth summit
Call from head of Caribbean reparations body comes as Bahamas foreign minister claims UK PM will change his position. UK politics live – latest updates Britain has a legal and moral case to ...2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Jersey shooters saddened by Commonwealth omission
The head of the Jersey Pistol Association says he is disappointed shooting has not been included at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.3 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Saints' Kamara lands 2-year extension through '26
The New Orleans Saints agreed to a two-year extension with running back Alvin Kamara, the team announced Tuesday night, a deal that is worth, a source told ESPN, approximately $24.5 million for the ...3 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
King Charles III's Commonwealth visit to Samoa will highlight climate change ... and dance
King Charles III should be prepared to dance when he visits Samoa this week3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Saints, Alvin Kamara reportedly agree to $24.5M contract extension
The deal keeps Kamara under contract with the Saints through the 2026 season.3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Who are the Commonwealth Games winners and losers?
The Commonwealth Games will take place in 2026 after Glasgow stepped in to host, but the stripped-back event has left some celebrating and others disappointed.4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Badminton and hockey miss out as Commonwealth Games sports confirmed
The scaled-down games will feature 10 sports across four venues between 23 July and 2 August 2026.4 days ago -
World - ABC News
China and the Vatican agree to extend an agreement on appointing bishops
The Chinese government says it has agreed with the Vatican to extend a provisional agreement on the appointment of Catholic bishops in China for four more years4 days ago -
World - ABC News
King Charles III's Commonwealth visit to Samoa will highlight climate change ... and dance
King Charles III should be prepared to dance when he visits Samoa this week4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Rugby, hockey and cricket cut from streamlined 2026 Commonwealth Games
Ten sports to feature in Scotland after Victoria pulled out Lawn bowls retained on stripped-down Glasgow schedule The global rugby community has led a chorus of disappointment after 12 sports ...4 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Rockets' Sengun agrees to 5-year, $185M deal
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has agreed on a five-year, $185 million rookie extension, his agents told ESPN.4 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Rockets' Green agrees to 3-year, $106M extension
Rockets guard Jalen Green has agreed to a three-year, $106 million extension with a player option in the third year.5 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Sources: Pels, Murphy agree to $112M extension
Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III has agreed to a four-year, $112 million rookie contract extension with the franchise, sources told ESPN.5 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
India and China agree to de-escalate border tensions
The two countries have reached a patrolling agreement after several clashes between their troops since 2020.5 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Keir Starmer flies to Samoa to answer tricky questions from Commonwealth allies
Slavery reparations and Britain’s shrinking aid budget are up for debate at annual Commonwealth summit this week5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Starmer urged to open reparations talks at Commonwealth summit
Five Labour MPs call on PM and foreign secretary to address issue of reparatory justice for slavery and colonialism . Keir Starmer is under pressure from Labour MPs and Caribbean governments to ...5 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Reddick ends holdout, agrees to deal with Jets
Haason Reddick and the Jets reached an agreement on an adjusted contract, ending his prolonged holdout.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 ...October 19 -
Top stories - BBC News
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 -
Top stories - BBC News
Dates for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games confirmed
Glasgow's scaled back Commonwealth Games will be held between 23 July and 2 August, it has been revealed.October 18 -
Top stories - BBC News
Tuchel agrees to become next England manager
Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel agrees to become the next England manager.October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Thomas Tuchel agrees deal to become England’s new manager
Former Chelsea coach out of work since leaving Bayern German will be the men’s team’s third foreign manager Thomas Tuchel has agreed to become England’s manager after talks with the Football ...October 15 -
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Northern agrees to scrap railcard fare prosecutions
The rail operator says it is working with the government to simplify it price structure.October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Harris agrees to sit for interview with Fox News
Vice President Harris has agreed to sit for an exclusive interview with Fox News anchor Bret Baier, the network announced Monday. The interview will air Wednesday at 6 p.m. during the network's ...October 14