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What form could reparations for slavery take?
How likely is the UK to provide reparations for the slave trade, and what could that look like?19 minutes 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.41 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
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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 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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.3 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Starmer under pressure to accept slavery reparations, as minister claims UK will eventually agree - UK politics live
PM Starmer has been told by Commonwealth leaders he must come to the table to discuss reparations for the “ill effects” of slavery. Nigel Farage, the Reform UK leader, has said that “no one ...6 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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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".23 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Starmer rejects calls for slavery reparations ahead of Commonwealth summit
PM plans to focus on ‘future-facing challenges’ such as climate change but Caribbean leaders hope to raise the issueYesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Pressure mounts on VW to finally confront the reality of restructuring
The carmaker must overcome internal resistance to changes necessary to boost competitivenessYesterday -
World - The Guardian
I work with celebrities. After Liam Payne’s death, can't we treat them as humans and not gods? | Mark Borkowski
As a showbiz publicist, I know about the Faustian pact between famous people and the public. Stars think they understand it, but they really don’t. As the worldwide tributes continue , the tragic ...2 days ago -
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 ...2 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
US writer Anne Applebaum appeals for arms for Ukraine as she accepts German peace prize
The prominent American writer Anne Applebaum has urged continued support for Ukraine with weapons in accepting a prestigious German prize4 days ago - Ukraine -
World - ABC News
US writer Anne Applebaum appeals for arms for Ukraine as she accepts German peace prize
The prominent American writer Anne Applebaum has urged continued support for Ukraine with weapons in accepting a prestigious German prize4 days ago - Ukraine -
Tech - Wired
How Cells Resist the Pressure of the Deep Sea
Cell membranes from comb jellies reveal a new kind of adaptation to the deep sea: curvy lipids that conform to an ideal shape under pressure.4 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 ...5 days ago - United Kingdom -
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.5 days ago - United Kingdom -
Sports - ESPN
Berhalter accepts USMNT firing, but 'it still hurts'
Gregg Berhalter acknowledged that his firing in August as USMNT coach was "a really difficult moment," but said he's now hungry and motivated again to take on his new roles as Chicago Fire head ...6 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Hospital service 'under pressure' ahead of winter
A hospital chief says services already feel "strained" and expects to feel more pressure.6 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
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.6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Netanyahu holds emergency meeting on Gaza aid as U.S. ramps up pressure
Some 41% of people in Gaza will face "catastrophic" levels of hunger in the coming months, a global authority on food security warned Thursday.October 17 -
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World - The Guardian
Mexican official who led war on drugs jailed for 38 years for accepting bribes
Genaro García Luna was accused of taking millions of dollars from the Sinaloa cartel for shielding members. Genaro García Luna, the official who for several years led Mexico’s fight against the ...October 17 -
Politics - NBC News
Gallego: 'I don't believe' Kari Lake will accept an election loss
After casting his ballot early, Democrat Rep. Ruben Gallego said he believed Kari Lake, his Republican opponent in the Arizona Senate race, would not accept the results of the election if she were ...October 16 -
World - The Guardian
Thomas Tuchel discusses anthem and pressure at England unveiling – live
‘Huge privilege’: Tuchel succeeds Southgate as manager Barney Ronay on the news | And feel free to email Tom Confirmed details: . Tuchel will be assisted by English coach Anthony Barry, ...October 16 -
World - The Guardian
Lords committee calls on Labour to restore protections for modern slavery victims
Peers say protections have been undermined by three immigration acts passed by the previous government. Labour should restore protections for victims of modern slavery, which have been undermined ...October 16 -
Business - Financial Times
UK tax rises acceptable if part of pro-business Budget, CBI says
Rupert Soames believes companies will judge October 30 measures ‘in the round’October 15 - United Kingdom -
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World - Financial Times
The inflation risk for emerging markets
Fiscal indiscipline looms as the biggest threat after central bank battles to slow rising pricesOctober 15 -
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
Your Call: Are trick plays acceptable in a blowout?
While in the process of completely dismantling the Dallas Cowboys, the Detroit Lions threw in a little trickeration. Is that poor sportsmanship?October 14 -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: China launches large military exercises near Taiwan
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump backs strong dollar, says adviser, and EY delays start dates for recruitsOctober 14 - China -
Business - Financial Times
Pakistan security services pressured utilities over government power deal
Talks that led to expected state savings of nearly $1.5bn described as ‘more an execution than a negotiation’October 13 - Pakistan