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Couple accused of luring Thais into scam slavery

Police have arrested a young Thai couple in the northern province of Chiang Mai on suspicion of luring compatriots into slavery at a scam centre in Cambodia.

Bangkok Post

Macron opens debate on reparations for France’s role in slave trade

President Emmanuel Macron has said the “immense” issue of reparations for France’s role in the transatlantic slave trade must be addressed, but warned against “false promises” as demand grows for formal discussion on addressing the legacy of enslavement.

Radio France Internationale

Macron backs symbolic repeal of France's slavery laws, warns against 'false promises' on reparations

President Emmanuel Macron endorsed repealing centuries-old royal decrees that codified slavery in French colonies on Thursday, calling their continued existence “an offence” to the Republic. Marking 25 years since France recognised slavery as a crime against humanity, Macron also reopened debate on reparations.

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France confronts enduring legacy of slavery, 25 years on from Taubira Law

France is commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Taubira Law, landmark legislation that recognised the transatlantic slave trade and slavery as crimes against humanity – amid renewed debate over reparations and the legacy of colonialism.

Radio France Internationale

Podcast: Grappling with legacies of slavery, French film industry crisis

How two people in the French port city of Nantes – one descended from slave owners, the other from enslaved people – are working together to "repair" the country's troubled history. The slave money that built the Élysée Palace, the French president's official residence. And turmoil in the French film…

Radio France Internationale

Macron says France must address issue of reparations for its role in slave trade

French president’s use of term comes as demand grows for formal discussion on addressing legacies of enslavement

The Guardian - UK

Philadelphia will celebrate Ona Judge Day to honor Martha Washington’s enslaved maid who made a daring escape to freedom

On the evening of May 21, 1796, Ona Judge made the daring decision to free herself.

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A Chicago teacher wrote a play about slavery. This scene has colleagues outraged: ‘Couldn’t believe what was happening’

“Very, very problematic.”

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NIA chargesheets five including absconding kingpin of Cambodia-linked human trafficking, cyber slavery racket

The National Investigation Agency has filed charges against five individuals in a case involving the trafficking and cyber slavery of Indian youths in Cambodia. The alleged kingpin, Anand Kumar Singh, is absconding. The accused lured youths with fake job offers and handsome salaries. Upon arrival, victims faced torture and forced…

The Economic Times

Tennessee school district bans Alex Haley’s Roots under 2022 state law

With third-highest number of books banned, state removes renowned work about slave trade from library shelves

The Guardian - US

5 Gita Shlokas That Help You Detach In 5 Seconds

The Bhagavad Gita does not teach us to stop loving. It teaches us to stop losing ourselves in the name of love. True detachment is not “I don’t care.” True detachment is: “I care, but I will not destroy my inner peace for anyone.” Here are 5 Gita shlokas that…

Times Life

Britain is failing to protect victims of modern slavery

Letter: Andrew Wallis on the political will and investment needed to tackle record levels of exploitation

The Guardian - UK

UK slavery reparations must be top issue at Commonwealth summit, says former Caribbean leader

Reparations should be ‘front and centre’ when leaders meet this November, says former St Vincent and Grenadines PM

The Guardian - UK

Australian women accused of slavery in Islamic State territory in Syria face Melbourne court

Kawsar Ahmad, 53, also known as Abbas, and her daughter Zeinab Ahmad, 31, did not apply during brief hearing

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3 Australian women back from Syria face slavery and terrorism charges over alleged IS links

Three women have been charged with slavery and terrorism offenses after they arrived home from Syria with another 10 Australians who police say are linked to the Islamic State group

The Guardian - AU

Australian woman accused of joining Islamic State in Syria refused bail

Janai Safar, 32, will remain in custody in Sydney. Two other women facing separate charges are expected to apply for bail in Melbourne on Monday

AAP

First 'ISIS bride' fails in court bid for freedom

One of the so-called "ISIS brides" who arrived from the Middle East has been denied bail on terrorism charges while two more wait to know their fate.

The Times of India

Australia arrests 3 women returning from Syria over alleged IS links, slavery offences

Australian authorities apprehended three women returning from Syria with their children, facing potential slavery and terrorism charges. These repatriated individuals, previously held in Syrian detention camps after the Islamic State's collapse, now confront serious legal proceedings. The arrests highlight ongoing concerns about national security and the welfare of children involved.

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The Spirit of the Declaration, Part 2

[This post is excerpted from the new book, National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America (Avid Reader Press/Simon… The post The Spirit of the Declaration, Part 2 appeared first on Reason.com.

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How the Slaveholding Founders Really Felt About Slavery

Angst, guilt, and more self-awareness than you might expect

The Independent UK

AI and cost of living crisis fuelling record levels of modern slavery in UK

There were 23,411 potential victims of modern slavery referred to the Home Office in 2025

The Guardian - UK

Modern slavery at record levels in UK and expected to worsen, report warns

Government’s anti-slavery commissioner says traffickers are exploiting a growing pipeline of vulnerability

The Conversation

Canada’s United Nations abstention on slavery recognition wasn’t neutral — it was a choice

When Canada abstained from a recent vote at the United Nations on a resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity, the decision may have appeared cautious, even procedural.

The Guardian - UK

‘Such huge consequences’: pressure mounts on France to act on enslavement reparatory justice

As a Mast of Fraternity and Memory is unveiled in Nantes, calls are growing for Macron to announce framework for discussions

Evening Standard

Charles views slavery artefacts during colourful welcome to Bermuda

The King also watched a performance of the island’s Gombey dance tradition, an expression of culture restricted during slavery.

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