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Mississippi votes to remove Confederate emblem from state flag
The state is the last in the US with a flag that has the controversial Confederate battle emblem as part of its design.
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Americans debate tearing down statues of racist historical figures
There are renewed debates across the U.S. about whether to tear down statues dedicated to racist historical figures.
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Juneteenth Gets New Found Support Amid Calls for Racial Equality
Amid calls for social and racial equality in the U.S., Juneteenth, a holiday marking the date enslaved Blacks in Texas were informed of their freedom, gets reinvigorated support. Cheddar's Chloe Aiello reports from Brooklyn.
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Juneteenth Gets New Support Amid Calls for Racial Equality
Amid calls for social and racial equality in the U.S., Juneteenth, a holiday marking the date enslaved Blacks in Texas were informed of their freedom, gets reinvigorated support. Cheddar's Chloe Aiello reports from Brooklyn.
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Canadians march to honour Juneteenth amid heightened awareness of racial inequality
Canadians across the country marched today to mark the anniversary of the U.S. emancipation of enslaved people. Both countries are reckoning with a heightened awareness of racial inequality.
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Juneteenth: Millions of Americans celebrate end of slavery
As calls for structural change grow, some suggest recognition of a holiday to celebrate the emancipation of Black people.
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Abuses of British Empire come under scrutiny
During World War II, Britain recruited thousands of African soldiers to fight against Nazi Germany, Italy and Japan.
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UK demonstrators hold fourth weekend of anti-racism protests
Hundreds of demonstrators gather at rallies across the UK despite a ban on large gatherings amid coronavirus pandemic.
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Reparations for anti-Black racism in Canada — where to begin
Many are unaware of the extent of slavery in Canada, which existed for more than 200 years. Michele Johnson, a professor in the department of history at York University, says reparations could begin to address ongoing systemic racism.
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GM to Recognize Juneteenth and George Floyd
General Motors will observe Juneteenth with moments of silence for 8 minutes and 46 seconds, representing the amount of time Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on George Floyd's neck.
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Far-right protesters clash with police in London
Far-right activists also clash with anti-racism protesters as PM says 'racist thuggery has no place on our streets'.
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Robert Milligan: London statue of 18th-century slaver removed
Move comes as London mayor says he is setting up commission to ensure UK capital's monuments reflected its diversity.
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US: Controversy over statues of Confederate leaders
In Virginia, statue of Confederate General Wickham pulled down, removal of statue of General Robert E Lee announced.
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Who was Edward Colston, why was his statue toppled?
Edward Colston becomes symbol for UK's Black Lives Matter movement as his statue is brought down in Bristol.
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Lawrence Hill on racism in Canada, U.S. after George Floyd’s death
Author Lawrence Hill shares his thoughts on racism in Canada and the U.S. after George Floyd’s death and what needs to be done to end the cycle of racial injustice.
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Writer-Director Duo Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz Talk About Their Horror Film 'Antebellum'
Writer-director duo Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz discuss the importance of portraying the pre-Civil War South correctly on screen and why they hope their horror-thriller film 'Antebellum' is contributing to the national conversation...
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Americans prepare for Juneteenth celebrations, marking the emancipation of enslaved people
On June 19, 1865, Union troops reached Galveston, Texas, carrying with them orders that all enslaved people were now free. For decades, marking the occasion was an act of bravery and defiance for many Black Americans. In 2021, President...
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Why Juneteenth matters: the day slavery truly ended in the U.S.
On June 19, 1865, Union troops reached Galveston, Texas, carrying with them orders that all enslaved people were now free. For decades, marking the occasion was an act of bravery and defiance for many Black Americans. In 2021, President...
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New Rochelle parents outraged about question on a homework assignment to fourth graders about slavery
Both Keona Parker and school district officials say while the teacher had told the class to not answer the question, the teacher didn't delete it from the page.
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Skulls of 19 African Americans returned to New Orleans after 140 years
More than a century after their remains were taken and sent overseas for racist scientific study, 19 African Americans are finally coming home
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A South African woman is sentenced to life in prison for selling her young daughter
During the trial, a witness testified that Smith admitted to selling her daughter, along with the two men, for about $1,000 to a traditional healer who sought the child for her body parts.
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Harvard agrees to relinquish early photos of slaves after long legal battle
Harvard University will relinquish 175-year-old photographs believed to be the earliest taken of enslaved people to a South Carolina museum devoted to African American history
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Pope’s creole roots revealed
A new discovery about Pope Leo XIV is striking a chord in New Orleans
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Birthright Citizenship: Trump Elated As SC Decides To Hear His Case | 'Rooted In Slavery'
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is elated after the Supreme Court agreed to hear arguments on birthright citizenship in May. Trump’s executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship, specifically targeting children born in...