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Paulette (standing), Lucy (on the left), and Jane Nardal at their apartment in Clamart, outside Paris (19 October 1935). Nardal Collection, Collectivité Territoriale de Martinique, Archives de Martinique

Paulette Nardal: Pioneer of the Negritude Movement

Paulette Nardal, a trailblazing intellectual, writer, and activist, played a significant role in the development of the Negritude Movement, which sought to reclaim and celebrate black identity and …
10/7/1915-Port Au Prince, Haiti: American occupation of Haiti

The American occupation of Haiti: A controversial chapter in history

The American occupation of Haiti from 1915 to 1934 remains a contentious and controversial chapter in history. It was a period marked by political intervention, economic control, and social …
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Grand jury declines to indict Emmett Till accuser Carolyn Bryant Donham

In Mississippi, a grand jury has opted not to indict the white woman whose allegations led to the lynching of African American teenager Emmett Till almost 70 years ago, despite recent discoveries …
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Emancipation Day: A global celebration of freedom and equality

Emancipation Day commemorates the abolition of slavery and the liberation of enslaved people. While the specific date varies by country, the sentiment remains universal: a day to celebrate freedom, …
Onsen baths in Hakone

Things to do in Japan

Japan is a fascinating country with a rich culture and history. There are many things to do and see in Japan; you could spend weeks or even months exploring the country. Japan has something for …
bombing of King David Hotel in Jerusalem

Irgun Zvai Leumi and the bombing of King David Hotel in Jerusalem

The Irgun Zvai Leumi, commonly known as the Irgun, was a right-wing Zionist paramilitary organisation that operated in Palestine from 1931 to 1948. Its actions were pivotal in the establishment of the …
Hitler and the July Plot

Hitler and the July Plot

In the shadow of World War II, a significant event known as the July Plot marked a bold but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to alter the course of history. This event, also referred to as the 20 July …
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Fraud awareness guide 2022

According to UK Finance’s Fraud the Facts report, fraud losses in the UK in 2021 reached a staggering £1.31 billion. Fraud has been a growing problem for some time. Still, it was exacerbated …
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Make passive income renting your home as a film location

British startup and pioneering location rental platform, Scouty, is transforming how content creators and filmmakers secure shoot locations. By demystifying the industry and opening it to the public, …
1930 portrait of Francisco Franco: Spain's controversial dictator

Francisco Franco: Spain’s controversial dictator

Francisco Franco Bahamonde (1892–1975) was a Spanish military leader and dictator who ruled Spain from 1939 until he died in 1975. Born in El Ferrol, Galicia, into a naval family, Franco’s …
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Research shows Britons would rather be unemployed than unhappy in their jobs

A new report from recruitment specialist Randstad reveals that British workers put their wellbeing above work. According to the Randstad work monitor report, 35% of people would rather be unemployed …
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Make Space for Girls charity using the law to make parks more inclusive

Campaigning charity Make Space for Girls says parks and public spaces don’t work for teenage girls. Most outdoor facilities in the country are primarily used by boys, leaving girls without …
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