History

US 3 hours ago

Authors demand US government issue $14 trillion in reparations over role in slavery, voter suppression

Two authors demanded the US government issue $14 trillion in reparations, over the course of 10 years, for its 'culpable role' in slavery and voter suppression

Holocaust 4 days ago

World marks Holocaust Remembrance Day as antisemitism continues to rise: 'Jew-hatred still exists'

World leaders vowed to remember and guard against the atrocities of the Holocaust ever happening again, but recent reports point to a significant resurgence of antisemitism.

Australia 4 days ago

Protesters brand Australia national holiday 'Invasion Day'

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has tabled a referendum to add Indigenous people to the nation's constitution, but he ruled out any plans to change Australia Day.

World January 20

The Hagia Sophia: A landmark that was converted from a church to a mosque, to a museum, and then mosque again

The Hagia Sophia, originally built as a church in the sixth century, is an architectural site that reflects the various religious changes the Mediterranean region faced over the years.

Oklahoma January 20

Oklahoma court says Kickapoo Reservation was disestablished

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals ruled that the Kickapoo Reservation was disestablished over 100 years ago, based on an 1891 agreement with tribe members.

West Virginia January 19

West Virginia lawmaker proposes fiddle as state instrument

A West Virginia lawmaker proposed the fiddle as the state instrument on Wednesday. He mentioned that the fiddle possesses "importance and significance" in West Virginia's history.

History January 16

Alveda King reminds Americans of uncle MLK Jr.'s famous message: 'There's only one human race'

Fox Nation host Alveda King reflected on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day honoring her family, and remembering his fight for racial justice

US January 16

Tim Scott's Martin Luther King Jr. Day message: We should be talking about opportunity, not equity

Sen. Tim Scott reflected on the significance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and why Americans should be celebrating the progress made in the last 50 years.

Quizzes January 16

Martin Luther King Jr. quiz: How well do you know these facts about the civil rights activist?

Martin Luther King Day is Jan.16, 2023. Test your knowledge of the famed civil rights activist and advocate of peaceful protest in this compelling lifestyle quiz.

Florida January 13

40th Key West literary seminar focuses on Black literature

The 40th annual Key West literary seminar will explore Black literature and African American literary history. Nearly 500 people are attending the seminar, which began Thursday.