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A groundbreaking exhibition in Western Australia is rewriting colonial history by centering Indigenous voices that were deliberately overlooked for 140 years. Seven Menang elders are sharing their oral histories to complete the story of Albany, Australia's first colonial settlement.
French lawmakers voted 254-0 to finally repeal the Code Noir, a 1685 law that classified enslaved people as property and had survived 176 years after slavery ended. The unanimous decision marks a symbolic step toward confronting France's colonial past. ##
Since the 1860s, Black family reunions have been healing broken bonds and preserving culture. What started as formerly enslaved people searching for lost relatives is now a powerful tradition keeping history alive.
Caroline Harvey became the first defender ever selected first overall in PWHL Draft history, capping off a stellar year that included Olympic gold and tournament MVP honors. The 23-year-old star joins Vancouver alongside best friend Laila Edwards, who made history as the highest-drafted Black player in league history.
French lawmakers are voting to formally repeal Code Noir, a 1685 law that classified enslaved people as property and remained in France's legal code for 178 years after slavery was abolished. The move marks a historic step toward acknowledging France's colonial past.
The Georgia Bulldogs just became the first team in SEC history to win all five road series in conference play, capping off a dominant championship season. Their catcher also made NCAA history with a rare power and speed combination that only five players before him have achieved.
A federal judge ruled that a historical exhibit honoring nine people enslaved by George Washington must be reinstated at his former Philadelphia home. The decision protects historical truth and ensures visitors can learn about this important part of American history.
Two educators are attempting to break a Guinness World Record by teaching the longest history lesson ever: 30-plus hours covering 5,000 years of Black history. Dr. Anita Lewis and Gwen Ebron started their marathon teaching session in Philadelphia, turning endurance into education. #
LeBron James just passed the ball to his son Bronny for a basket, creating the first father-to-son assist in NBA's 78-year history. The Lakers teammates made sports history while making a dad's dream come true.
Lerna Ekmekcioglu, who studies how communities seek justice after hardship, becomes head of MIT's History Section. Her colleagues celebrate a department known for ambitious projects and genuine collaboration.
Pope Leo XIV issued a historic apology for the Catholic Church's centuries-long delay in condemning slavery, calling it "a wound in Christian memory" that requires acknowledgment and healing.
Thousands gathered across Dutch cities to celebrate Keti Koti, marking 163 years since slavery officially ended in the Netherlands' former colonies. The growing movement aims to make this day of remembrance and healing a national holiday.
A groundbreaking UN resolution recognizing transatlantic slavery as a grave crime against humanity has passed with overwhelming support from 123 nations. Ghana's proposal calling for reparations marks a historic step toward global acknowledgment and healing.
Ghana's President Mahama and St. Kitts' Prime Minister planted a "Tree of Life" together, symbolizing their nations' deep historical bond. The ceremony also advanced a global push to recognize slavery as humanity's gravest crime.
The United Nations General Assembly just adopted a historic resolution recognizing transatlantic slavery as the "gravest crime against humanity." Ghana led the effort that brought global attention to one of history's darkest chapters.
Students at the University of Ghana participated in an international educational event honoring World War II history for the first time in the country. The Victory Dictation brought together Ghanaian students and Russian expatriates in a unique cross-cultural learning experience.
French lawmakers unanimously voted to officially erase slavery-era laws that defined enslaved people as property, taking a historic step toward acknowledging colonial wrongs. While the laws were superseded over 170 years ago, the formal repeal represents meaningful progress in confronting France's past.
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Museums and monuments across America are bringing Civil Rights history to life through artifacts, statues, and preserved sites. From Greensboro lunch counters to Medgar Evers' home, these landmarks ensure future generations learn from the courage of everyday heroes.
Workers planting trees outside Notre Dame Cathedral discovered an archaeological treasure trove beneath the iconic church. The dig is revealing 2,000 years of Parisian history hidden underground. ##
Freeman Johnson, the oldest living Pearl Harbor survivor at 106, spent decades in silence but now shares his story with schoolchildren and communities worldwide. His message? History matters, but so does the life you build after.
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