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"Unnatrual": Serena Williams Slams New York City Hotel For Cotton Plant Display
Tennis legend Serena Williams has criticised a New York City hotel for cotton plant decoration in its hallway.
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How Enslaved Americans Responded To July 4 Declaration Of Independence
The summer air in Rochester, New York, hung thick with heat and celebration. It was July 5, 1852, a day after cannons had fired, flags waved and towns across America had burst into patriotic jubilation
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Explained: What Is Juneteenth, When It Became A US Federal Holiday
Juneteenth, a day that marks the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans, is always observed on June 19 each year. It became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021, following the signing of a bill by former President Joe Biden.
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Juneteenth 2025: Date, History And Why It's Celebrated Every Year In US
Juneteenth is observed every year on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
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Racist Texts Referencing Slavery Sent To Black People Across US, FBI Starts Probe
These offensive messages have been reported in more than a dozen states, including California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan, North Carolina, Virginia, and Alabama.
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How African-Americans Fought For The Right To Vote In US Presidential Elections
In the aftermath of the Civil War, with the abolition of slavery formalised by the 13th Amendment in 1865, approximately 4 million freed Black Americans were eager to secure their place as full citizens, including the critical right to vote.
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Google Removes 'Slavery Simulator' Game From Play Store After Racism Outcry in Brazil
Google has removed a Portuguese-language game that allowed players to trade and torture Black virtual "slaves" while strategising to block the abolition of slavery. The move came after a racism outcry in the country, and the prosecutor's office has opened a "hate speech" probe into the game downloaded by hundreds of people.
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Kamala Harris Botches Juneteenth History Lesson To Children: Report
Kamala Harris, the Vice-President of United States of America (USA), made a gaffe while addressing students during the Juneteenth holiday on Monday, telling children that Black people were enslaved in America for 400 years.
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US Embassy In India Marks Juneteenth, Honours Contributions Made By Black Americans
The American Embassy in India on June 19 commemorated the 157th anniversary of the ending of slavery in the United States.
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Will Smith Apple TV+ Film Emancipation Georgia Shooting Cancelled Over Controversial Voting Law
Will Smith film Emancipation on slavery won’t be filmed in Georgia, US over the state’s enacting of a controversial voting law that critics say is intended to depress turnout in Black and other underrepresented communities.
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"Unnatrual": Serena Williams Slams New York City Hotel For Cotton Plant Display
Tennis legend Serena Williams has criticised a New York City hotel for cotton plant decoration in its hallway.
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How Enslaved Americans Responded To July 4 Declaration Of Independence
The summer air in Rochester, New York, hung thick with heat and celebration. It was July 5, 1852, a day after cannons had fired, flags waved and towns across America had burst into patriotic jubilation
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Explained: What Is Juneteenth, When It Became A US Federal Holiday
Juneteenth, a day that marks the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans, is always observed on June 19 each year. It became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021, following the signing of a bill by former President Joe Biden.
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Juneteenth 2025: Date, History And Why It's Celebrated Every Year In US
Juneteenth is observed every year on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
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Racist Texts Referencing Slavery Sent To Black People Across US, FBI Starts Probe
These offensive messages have been reported in more than a dozen states, including California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan, North Carolina, Virginia, and Alabama.
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How African-Americans Fought For The Right To Vote In US Presidential Elections
In the aftermath of the Civil War, with the abolition of slavery formalised by the 13th Amendment in 1865, approximately 4 million freed Black Americans were eager to secure their place as full citizens, including the critical right to vote.
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Google Removes 'Slavery Simulator' Game From Play Store After Racism Outcry in Brazil
Google has removed a Portuguese-language game that allowed players to trade and torture Black virtual "slaves" while strategising to block the abolition of slavery. The move came after a racism outcry in the country, and the prosecutor's office has opened a "hate speech" probe into the game downloaded by hundreds of people.
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Kamala Harris Botches Juneteenth History Lesson To Children: Report
Kamala Harris, the Vice-President of United States of America (USA), made a gaffe while addressing students during the Juneteenth holiday on Monday, telling children that Black people were enslaved in America for 400 years.
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US Embassy In India Marks Juneteenth, Honours Contributions Made By Black Americans
The American Embassy in India on June 19 commemorated the 157th anniversary of the ending of slavery in the United States.
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Will Smith Apple TV+ Film Emancipation Georgia Shooting Cancelled Over Controversial Voting Law
Will Smith film Emancipation on slavery won’t be filmed in Georgia, US over the state’s enacting of a controversial voting law that critics say is intended to depress turnout in Black and other underrepresented communities.
