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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.4 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 communique8 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Labour MPs urge Keir Starmer to clarify stance on non-cash slavery reparations
No 10 says issue is off the table for Commonwealth summit but other nations are prepared to defy UK. Labour MPs have urged Keir Starmer to clarify his government’s position on non-cash reparations ...Yesterday -
World - ABC News
Calls for reparations for Britain's slave trade are rooted in dark legacy
A debate about reparations for Britain’s role in the slave trade overshadowed a summit in Samoa of the Commonwealth, many of whose member nations were once British coloniesYesterday -
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Top stories - NBC News
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.Yesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
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?2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Britain's leaders likely to face slavery reparations questions at a summit of former colonies
A confrontation for Britain over its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade appears increasingly likely to feature at a summit of nations its empire once colonized, after Caribbean leaders said ...2 days ago -
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Top stories - BBC News
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 -
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 ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Global calls for reparations are only growing louder. Why is Britain still digging in its heels? | Hilary Beckles
The issue is on all our minds at this week’s Commonwealth summit in Samoa. Now is Keir Starmer’s chance to address it. Hilary Beckles is chair of the Caricom Reparations Commission Downing ...2 days ago -
Health - ABC News
50 years after Philadelphia halted prison medical testing, families seek reparations
Fifty years ago, Philadelphia prison officials ended a medical testing program that had allowed a University of Pennsylvania researcher to conduct human testing on incarcerated people, many of them ...3 days ago -
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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".3 days 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 issue3 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 ...3 days ago -
World - The New York Times
An Alarming Glimpse Into a Future of Historic Droughts
Record dry conditions in South America have led to wildfires, power cuts and water rationing. The world’s largest river system, the Amazon, which sustains some 30 million people across eight ...5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
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 ...5 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 -
Politics - The Hill
Raffensperger denies voter fraud amid Georgia’s historic early-vote turnout
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) denied there is voting fraud happening in the state as it sees historic early-voting turnout this month. Raffensperger weighed in on claims made by ...6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How historical turning points shaped the United States
Throughout American history, the nation has looked to its presidents to lead us. All presidents have faced challenges, but a handful have made momentous decisions that defined what kind of ...October 19 -
Sports - The New York Times
N.F.L. Kickers Are Hitting From Historic Distances. How Did They Get So Good?
Fifty is the new 30, and we’re not talking about age, a columnist for The Athletic writes.October 19 -
Top stories - NBC News
A historically Black community grapples with lasting impacts after Baltimore bridge collapse
As the dust settled after the deadly collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, residents of Turner Station found themselves facing an uncertain future.October 18 -
Sports - CBS Sports
This one specific ability from Packers' Jordan Love is elite and historic
Love's breakout is carrying over to 2024 thanks to historic sack avoidanceOctober 18 -
Top stories - BBC News
King and Queen greeted by light show on Australia tour
The visit to Australia is the biggest international trip by the King since his cancer diagnosis.October 18 -
Sports - CBS Sports
How Ravens' Derrick Henry is marching toward a historic season for running backs
Henry is the second player since the 1970 AFL/NFL merger to lead all RBs in numerous categories through Week 6October 17 -
Top stories - CBS News
Helene, Milton losses expected to surpass "truly historic" $50 billion each
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused so much complex havoc that damages totals are likely join the infamous ranks of Katrina, Sandy and Harvey as super costly $50-billion-plus killers, experts say.October 17 -
Top stories - NBC News
Archdiocese of L.A. reaches historic $880M child sex abuse settlement
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has reached a historic $880 million settlement over hundreds of child sex abuse claims.October 17 -
Top stories - NBC News
Harris faces historic challenge in running as a sitting VP: From the Politics Desk
Kamala Harris is the third presidential nominee in the last half-century to run as a sitting vice president, presenting unique challenges for her campaign.October 15 -
Sports - The New York Times
In the Dodgers’ Historic N.L.C.S. Game 1 Win, One Star Was ‘an Absolute Dog’
Los Angeles first baseman Freddie Freeman’s injury makes every step a challenge. But he’ll keep running until he can’t.October 14 -
Entertainment - ABC News
Historic Jersey Shore amusement park closes after generations of family thrills
A beloved boardwalk amusement park at the Jersey shore is shutting downOctober 13 -
Business - Inc.
Historic Amusement Park to Close After Nearly 100 Years
Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, an Ocean City staple, fell victim to the pandemic and Superstorm Sandy.October 13 -
Top stories - CBS News
Massive and historic autograph book up for sale
Joseph F. Mikulec spent years walking hundreds of thousands of miles to collect some 50,000 signatures, featuring everyone from presidents and prime ministers to local shopkeepers. The book, which ...October 13 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL Winners and Losers: Taking stock of the league through Week 6
Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels are only getting started, but they already look like the best No. 1 and 2 QB picks in NFL Draft history. Plus, big bummer in Big D.October 13