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While Hollywood ignored stories of Black resistance, Cuban filmmakers celebrated Black power

In recent years, there has been an increased push for more diversity and representation on our entertainment screens. The #OscarsSoWhite campaign of 2015 and the enduring social justice movement it generated increased public awareness of the longstanding problematic issues of discrimination and exclusion in Hollywood.

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Transatlantic slavery’s role in shaping Manchester to be explored in exhibition

Joint project between Guardian and city’s Science and Industry Museum will open in early 2027

The Guardian - UK

Return looted shipwreck treasures to countries of origin as reparations for slavery, says lawyer

Proposal suggests restitution for colonial artefacts should also apply to underwater heritage

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Remembering Matilda, the last survivor of the transatlantic slave trade

Her name at birth was Abake – meaning ‘born to be loved by all’ among the Tarkar people of Western Africa.

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National Trust boss received ‘completely bizarre’ death threats over slavery report

National Trust is launching vast new drive to address the climate and nature crises

The Independent UK

55 Facts You “Weren’t Taught In School” To Help You Get A Complete Picture Of The Past

Someone asked “What's one historical fact that they won't teach you in school?” and people shared their examples. The post 55 Facts You “Weren’t Taught In School” To Help You Get A Complete Picture Of The Past first appeared on Bored Panda.

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I study modern-day slavery − and here’s what I’ve learned about how enslavers try to justify their actions

Several high-profile celebrities were slapped with human-trafficking charges in late 2024, from music mogul Sean Combs, known as P. Diddy, to Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries. Neither has been tried yet, but in 2022 the R&B superstar R. Kelly was convicted of sex-trafficking crimes that dated back decades. He…

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Slavery, tax evasion, resistance: the story of 11 Africans in South America’s gold mines in the 1500s

The transatlantic slave trade was one of the most devastating and inhumane processes in human history. It is the subject of many studies, but the individual life histories of the arrival and survival of enslaved people in foreign lands remain largely untold.

The Conversation

‘Godfather’ of artificial intelligence has a surprising blindspot

Letters: Rachel Withers says people need to get real about their non-mastery of all they survey, and George Burt discusses slavery, political oppression and AI

The Guardian - UK

Modern slavery is endemic in global supply chains. Companies should be praised – not shamed – for detecting it

It’s an uncomfortable reality, but modern slavery is endemic in global supply chains.

The Conversation

Transatlantic cruise to turn spotlight on Brazil-Angola slavery past

Helena Monteiro da Costa's father was brought from Angola to Brazil as an enslaved person in the 19th century. Next year, the 99-year-old hopes she can take part on a first-of-its-kind cruise that would do the reverse journey back to her father's homeland.

Radio France Internationale

Man City lawyer claims human rights issues would ‘distract’ football watchdog

Lord Pannick’s comments came as the House of Lords continued its line-by-line scrutiny of the Football Governance Bill.

Evening Standard

For enslaved people, the holiday season was a time for revelry – and a brief window to fight back

During the era of slavery in the Americas, enslaved men, women and children also enjoyed the holidays. Slave owners usually gave them bigger portions of food, gifted them alcohol and provided extra days of rest.

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Virginia Teacher Condemned for Making Students 'Emotional' by Passing Around Cotton During Lesson on Slavery

A Virginia high school teacher has come under fire for the way she chose to impart a lesson about slavery to her students.

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The Independent UK

Virginia high school under fire after Black students ‘bullied’ during history lesson featuring raw cotton

Advocates said the choice of demonstration during a lesson about slavery and the invention of the cotton gin showed ‘poor taste and judgement’

Latin Times

Teen Who Fled ISIS Sex Slavery Allegedly Raped in Canada by the Man Who Helped Her Escape

A Yazidi teen who escaped ISIS slavery alleges sexual assault by a Winnipeg community leader who was supposed to help refugees rebuild their lives.

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NIA arrests absconder in Laos human trafficking and cyber slavery case

Kamran Haider's arrest marked a significant step by the agency towards dismantling the international human trafficking syndicate. Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Modern Slavery': Indonesians In Clutches Of Scam Syndicates

Indonesian fruit seller Budi was seeking better prospects when he signed up for an IT job in Cambodia.

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The Guardian - UK

Joe Biden addresses America’s ‘original sin’ of slavery on Angola visit

US president remembers ‘stolen men and women and children brought to our shores’ and lauds American investment in country

The Guardian - AU

Australia restricting number of domestic workers foreign diplomats can bring into the country, UN official says

Information campaign directed at diplomatic missions expected after court cases highlighted ‘slave-like’ working conditions for domestic workers

AAP

Migrants, Indigenous people at higher risk of slavery

Modern slavery remains a significant concern in Australia, with those facing barriers to recourse and justice at a heightened risk of exploitation.

The Guardian - UK

Silly storm names belie their danger

Letters: Storm Bert | Joy of old diaries | Slavery museums | Salt usage

The Guardian - UK

Liverpool’s slavery museum deserves funding

Letter: Elisabeth Winder highlights a museum that already exists on the transatlantic slave trade, in response to the possibility of a permanent exhibition in London’s British Museum

The Guardian - UK

Send crisis in England and Wales leaving children more vulnerable, says report

Experts point to increased risk of criminal and sexual exploitation and call for urgent action from government

AAP

Australian visa scheme a 'breeding ground' for slavery

Exploitation and working conditions likened to modern slavery have been alleged within a Pacific islander working visa scheme run by Australia.

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