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ReutersUN rights chief urges states to act on slavery reparations
The United Nations human rights chief called for countries to take concrete steps on reparations for people of African descent at a U.N. meeting on Friday, adding his voice to calls for justice for slavery atrocities. Support is building among Africa and Caribbean nations for the creation of a tribunal to address reparations, which might include financial payments and other amends, for crimes dating back to the transatlantic trade of enslaved people. "I join your demands for action now," United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said in an address at the closing of the four-day U.N. Permanent Forum on People of African Descent (PFPAD).
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25 of the very best hostess gifts that'll guarantee you an invite back
Bring one of these finds from Nordstrom, Anthropologie or Amazon to your next soirée.
- The Telegraph
Patients scanned in A&E wait more than a month for results
Emergency patients who have had a scan in A&E are waiting more than a month for results amid staff shortages, experts have warned.
- The Telegraph
Zuber Issa to sell off Asda stake amid rift with brother
Zuber Issa is reportedly close to agreeing a deal to offload his 22.5pc share in the retailer to TDR Capital, according to Bloomberg News, which would hand majority control of the chain to the private equity giant.
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Two people found dead after shooting in rural Marshall County
Two people found dead after shooting in rural Marshall County
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton can be disciplined for suit to overturn 2020 election, court says
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas appeals court has ruled that Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton can face discipline from the state bar association over his failed effort to overturn the 2020 presidential election. A disciplinary committee of the State Bar of Texas accused Paxton in 2022 of making false claims of fraud in a lawsuit that questioned President Joe Biden's victory. On Thursday, a three-judge panel of the 5th District Court of Appeals said Paxton can be sanctioned by the committee be
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Maya Le Tissier signs new deal with Manchester United
The England defender has signed a contract extension.
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Taxes 2024: With the deadline approaching, be aware of these tax changes
Understanding this year's tax changes will help ensure Canadians make the most of their returns.
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Netflix 'Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver': Zack Snyder on 'outrageous' critical response to films
Zack Snyder has legion of supporters, but just as many harsh critics for Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver on Netflix.
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Intermittent fasting is ‘nothing magical’, research shows
Fashionable intermittent fasting diets are no better than standard calorie cutting for shedding the pounds, scientists have found.
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Alberta municipalities, farmers agree to cut water use as drought persists
Municipalities and irrigation districts in the western Canadian province of Alberta have agreed to use less water this summer to combat a severe ongoing drought, the provincial government said on Friday. Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz said water license holders had signed news memorandums of understanding covering four river basins in the southern half of the province. Alberta, which produces most of Canada's oil, natural gas and beef, plus big wheat and canola harvests, opened water-sharing negotiations among licence-holders for the first time in two decades as it entered its fourth year of drought this year.
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NHL PLAYOFFS: 'It's wide open' is the theme as the race to the Stanley Cup begins
General manager Don Waddell likes how his Carolina Hurricanes finished the season, winning 16 of their final 21 games. He knows it means nothing now. “Your points get erased and you all start with zeros,” Waddell said. “Playoffs are a different time. That’s what’s great about the NHL. Once you get to the playoffs, it’s wide open.” This year more than many in the recent past. Unlike last year, when Boston broke league records for the most wins and points in a season, there is no clear favorite to
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Here’s Why Apple (AAPL) is in Contributor’s List of Polen Capital
Polen Capital, an investment management company, released its “Polen Global Growth Strategy” first-quarter 2024 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. In the first quarter, the fund increased 8.10% gross and 7.81% net, respectively, trailing the MSCI ACW Index’s 8.20% return. The market dynamics that were in place at the end […]
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This new Cincinnati restaurant has a chef's table, smoked drinks & picture-worthy desserts
This new Cincinnati restaurant has a chef's table, smoked drinks & picture-worthy desserts
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Black Unicorn Marathoners hold 10th annual celebrate and connect event
The Black Unicorn Marathoners held their 10th annual celebrate and connect event at the Reggie Lewis center on Saturday. The event is held in honor of Marilyn Bevens, the first U.S.-born African American woman to run a marathon in under 3-hours. WCVB photojournalist Lee Harrington gives us a closer look.
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Nebraska regents approve several projects, including next steps for Memorial Stadium, alcohol sales
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents voted and approved several projects Friday, including the next steps for Memorial Stadium, alcohol sales at Haymarket Park and a residence hall at UNMC.
- Evening Standard
Swede Caroline review: this mockumentary about competitive veg growing is painfully unfunny
2/5 A film that’s supposed to look amateurish also feels amateurish in its execution
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Butler Hall Capital urges Vanda to engage in sales discussions
On April 17, Vanda rejected a takeover proposal from Future Pak and adopted a shareholder rights plan to reduce the likelihood of a hostile takeover. Vanda had said Future Pak, a privately held contract manufacturer and packager of pharmaceutical products, had made an offer of $7.25 to $7.75 per share in cash, which significantly undervalued the company and was not in the shareholders' best interest.
- The Guardian
Extremist Israeli settlers hit by EU and US sanctions
Far-right group Lehava and several individuals accused of violence targeted in dual announcements