Slavery
Doha clears UK activist Andy Hall of defamation over migrant rights case
A Doha court overturned the 2022 defamation conviction of British activist Andy Hall, clearing him of charges linked to his advocacy for migrant workers’ rights ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
North Koreans sent to Russia working 'like slaves' - report
Trump asks Liberian president where he learned English, his country's official language
Mother convicted for trafficking 6-year-old daughter to traditional healer for 'eyes and skin'
Were there Jewish gladiators in the Roman Empire?
A new scholarly article examines the historical evidence of Jewish participation in the gladiatorial arena.
Passover: Landmark moments in history in the quest for freedom
As we reflect on this story and its relevance to our lives today, it is important to also recognize the ongoing struggle for civil liberties around the world.
Ex-kickboxer Andrew Tate says Romanian prosecutors have no evidence against him
Controversial influencer Andrew Tate believes the Romanian government has no grounds to hold him.
Yellen, at former slave port, sees path of renewal for Africa and US
Church of England says it knew of slavery links as fund set up to address 'shameful' past
Though this religious institution was aware that they funneled money into the 18th-century slave trade, officials turned a blind eye for centuries.
Parashat Vayeshev: The cost of an educational mistake
It seems that Jacob saw Joseph as his first son, despite the sons Leah bore before him. It is no wonder that this attitude led to tremendous tension between Leah’s sons and Joseph.
Black writer explores Germany's Holocaust remembrance
Clint Smith studied the Holocaust memorials in Germany and explored how the US recalls its history of slavery.
Slaves were brutally branded in ancient Egypt, research shows
Slaves in ancient Egypt were given the same treatment as livestock, studies show.
Jewish community won't 'get pass' on 'anti-blackness,' slavery - US politician
"The Jewish community will not get a pass on their long history of anti-blackness, from their role in slavery to anti-Black American hate, to hatred towards black Jews," said Gregg Marcel Dixon.
Knesset passes law to combat human trafficking
The Justice Ministry's plan will give the Israeli government the tools to combat human trafficking, the ministry said.
