Slavery News & Breaking Stories

Chris Hemsworth plays new villain Dementus in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, but how does he connect with Immortan Joe?

Washington DC policymakers mock human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. The U.S. is using Pakistan for its own interests.

Tesla supporter Ross Gerber says Elon Musk has "stepped aside" from CEO role, facing backlash for controversial comments on social media.

Congressional brawls are escalating, with Senators and Representatives getting into physical altercations, reflecting and affecting violence and politics in the nation.

Bass Reeves joins a Deputy U.S. Marshal posse, saves a dying man, and proves his worth as a lawman.

Former slave Bass Reeves rises to become the first Black U.S. Marshal west of the Mississippi in Taylor Sheridan's new Western Lawmen: Bass Reeves.

Richard Roundtree, best known for his role in the 1971 film Shaft, has died at the age of 77. His work was influential for African American actors in the industry.

A State Department official resigned after Biden pledged $100 billion in aid to Israel, expressing disapproval over US military support.

Christopher Columbus's critics should take a voyage themselves, as his faith, humor, and diplomacy were instrumental in his career.

Indigenous Peoples' Day, an alternative to Columbus Day, is a day to honor Native Americans' history and culture. It is not yet a federal holiday, but efforts are being made to change that. The Native American Indian Association of Tennessee will hold a pow wow to celebrate and showcase Native American culture.

Tim Ballard, founder of anti-s*x trafficking organization Operation Underground Railroad, resigns amid s*xual harassment allegations and LDS Church condemnation.

A Colorado boy was pulled from class after school officials claimed the Gadsden flag had ties to slavery.

The Winter King, a gritty adaptation of the Arthurian legend, features a compelling cast and a historical portrayal of King Arthur's rise to power.

The NAACP's 114th national convention in Boston emphasized the importance of partnerships in advocacy and justice work. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was highlighted as a crucial partner, showcasing the shared values of love for humanity and Christ. The convention also addressed critical issues and featured influential speakers, including Vice President Kamala Harris. Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, spoke about the rise in anti-Semitism and emphasized the need for unity and support. The message of the convention was that when we work together, we thrive and overcome adversity.

A viral video captured a brawl in Montgomery, Alabama, where white people attacked a black riverboat co-captain, and black people came to his defense. The incident highlights the historical and ongoing victimization of black people and the need for self-defense and intervention.

A viral video of a brawl in Montgomery, Alabama, has sparked conversations about racial tensions in America. Arrest warrants have been issued for three men involved in the altercation, but no hate crime or racially biased charges have been filed. Historians note that Montgomery has a storied racial history, including its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade and the Civil Rights Movement. The city is often called the "Cradle of the Confederacy" and was ground zero for protests against segregation. Montgomery elected its first Black mayor in 2019.

Jaylen Brown plans to bring Black Wall Street to Boston.

Fox News faces backlash over host's controversial Holocaust remarks.

Mainstream media reports on Emmett Till monument and Florida's history standards.

British actor Tom Holland revealed in a podcast interview that he quit drinking in January after a "very, very boozy" holiday season. Holland, best known for his role as Spider-Man, said that he initially decided to give up alcohol for January, but extended it to February after experiencing intense cravings. As he continued his alcohol pause, Holland began to feel the pressure of England's drinking culture. However, he said he turned a corner and became the "happiest" he has ever been in June. Holland's decision also inspired his mother to go sober.

Rudy Farias IV, missing for 8 years, found beaten and abused.

Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri falsely claims Founders were enslavers

Declaration of Independence shaped British history, inspired political and social reforms.