Lisbon mayor accused of 'boycotting' slavery memorial
By Catarina Demony LISBON The mayor of Lisbon has been accused of "boycotting" Portugal's first memorial to victims
1970-01-01 08:00
Organ harvesting: Trafficked for his kidney and now forced into hiding
The inside story of the Nigerian market trader whose case exposed illegal organ removal in the UK.
1970-01-01 08:00
As the nation celebrates Juneteenth, it's time to get rid of these three myths about slavery
Though Juneteenth commemorates a moment when enslaved African Americans were freed, the US is still held captive by several myths about slavery.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ahead of Juneteenth, congressional lawmakers again seek to remove exception for slavery from US Constitution
A group of Democratic lawmakers has reintroduced a joint resolution to negate a clause in the 13th Amendment of the Constitution that permits slavery or involuntary servitude "as a punishment for crime."
1970-01-01 08:00
Braves' newest pitcher already giving off early Team of the 90s vibes
Atlanta Braves rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver is being compared to one Steve Avery.With his first win as a starting pitcher, rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver became the youngest pitcher to win a game for the Atlanta Braves since Steve Avery did it back in 1990.This was only Smith-S...
1970-01-01 08:00
Ohio lawmakers want to abolish slavery as punishment for crimes
Ohio lawmakers have introduced a joint resolution that would remove slavery and involuntary servitude from the state's Constitution as a punishment for crimes.
1970-01-01 08:00
US Supreme Court rejects Avery Dennison appeal on patent eligibility
By Blake Brittain WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday turned away a patent dispute between labeling company Avery
1970-01-01 08:00
Google removes 'Slavery Simulator' game amid outrage in Brazil
The app, which allowed players to "buy and sell" black characters, was launched last month.
1970-01-01 08:00
Google removes 'Slavery Simulator' game from store following a wave of criticism in Brazil
A game entitled "Slavery Simulator," where players can "buy and sell" enslaved Black characters, was taken down from Google's app store after widespread criticism from Brazilian social media users.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ohio State offensive lineman delivers best possible news: He’s cancer-free
Ohio State offensive lineman Avery Henry has some fantastic news to share: he's cancer-free after being diagnosed back in December.Ohio State rising sophomore Avery Henry hasn't played a single snap for his team, but he's already considered a Buckeyes hero.Henry revealed that ...
1970-01-01 08:00
King Charles III as head of state in St Vincent and the Grenadines 'absurd'
Ralph Gonsalves says he would welcome an apology for injustices related to slavery.
1970-01-01 08:00