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Tear Down Those Guardrails! Meet the Renegades Freeing Chatbots From Corporate Enslavers
The “abliterators” are flooding the internet with AI models that never say no, making it easier for people to improve their cyberdefenses—or build a bomb.
Elizabeth Laverty didn’t just collect art. She made a world around it
In a memorial service on Tuesday, the art collector and philanthropist was remembered for her generosity and keen eye.
Airbnb durcit son règlement : les hôtes n’ont plus le droit de demander à défaire le lit, lancer une machine ou laver la vaisselle
La plateforme de location touristique a repensé ses règles relatives aux hébergements « pour les rendre plus simples à consulter » et demande désormais aux hôtes d’« être raisonnables » dans leurs demandes aux voyageurs.
Ireland's complex financial ties to slavery reparations
While most of the world was focused on the epic defeat of the Republican Party in the US midterm elections, a long-running story was just about able to make itself heard in Britain, thanks to the combined presence of King Charles and Prime Minster Andy Burnham.
Why is Britain refusing to pay slavery reparations?
Britain compensated slave owners, not the enslaved. Can an apology without reparations be enough?
‘Profound anger’ among black voters over Kemi Badenoch’s slavery remarks
<p>Operation Black Vote chair says Tory leader’s claim that Britain should not apologise has caused ‘hurt and disbelief’</p><p>The Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch, has caused “profound anger, hurt and disbelief” among many black voters with her comments about transatlantic slavery, according to the chair of <a href="https://www.obv.org.uk/">Operation Blac
Actrice Kimberley Klaver verwelkomt derde kind
Actrice Kimberley Klaver is bevallen van haar derde kind. Het meisje werd afgelopen maandag geboren.
Will the UK finally pay slavery reparations? – The Latest
<p>Andy Burnham has asked countries affected by Britain’s role in slavery to help shape a formal apology through a ‘structured dialogue’. During the prime minister’s visit to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda, Downing Street said affected countries would play an indispensable role in crafting an enduring message. Though the
What can Britain learn from backlash to Dutch slavery apology?
<p>In the Netherlands many felt the move, while welcome, was mishandled and exclusionary, mirroring past inequality</p><p>Andy Burnham’s pledge to <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/nov/02/andy-burnham-ask-countries-affected-uk-role-slavery-shape-formal-apology">seek a “structured dialogue”</a> with former colonies to help shape Britain’s first
UK commits to 'time-bound' talks on slavery apology
British diplomats are looking to offer reassurance that there is a sense of urgency to deal with the issue, even if a date for doing so is not yet confirmed, Chris Mason writes.
UK and Caribbean to begin ‘dialogue’ within next year after slavery reparations call
<p>Antigua and Barbuda’s prime minister says there was a consensus at Commonwealth summit on way forward</p><p>The UK has agreed to “structured dialogue” in the next year with Caribbean nations affected by the slave trade and its legacy, Commonwealth leaders have said.</p><p>Gaston Browne, Antigua and Barbuda’s prime minister, said there was a “consensus” in
Live | Debat | Klaver noemt het 'cynisch' dat kabinet zich laat redden door Markuszower
Hallo en welkom in dit liveblog. Hier houden wij (Priscilla Slomp en Edo van der Goot) je op de hoogte van het debat over het belastingplan van het kabinet.
Live | Debat | Klaver: 'Fractievoorzitters coalitie spelen politiek verstoppertje'
Hallo en welkom in dit liveblog. Hier houden wij (Priscilla Slomp en Edo van der Goot) je op de hoogte van het debat over het belastingplan van het kabinet.
Miliband says slavery apology will not bring cost for UK taxpayers
Speaking to BBC's Newscast, the foreign secretary says Britain cannot sweep its past "under the carpet".
The Papers: King calls slavery 'monstrous' and 'Celeb loses gag bid'
The King's comments on the transatlantic slave trade and the high-profile celebrity who lost a "gag bid" in sex claim case lead Wednesday's papers.
Slavery was ‘monstrous injustice’ — King Charles
King Charles III has called the transatlantic slave trade a ‘monstrous injustice’ at a Commonwealth summit amid talks of a UK apology for its role. Read More: https://punchng.com/slavery-was-monstrous-injustice-king-charles/
The Guardian view on apologising for slavery: a necessary process has at last begun | Editorial
<p>Andy Burnham’s commitment to a structured dialogue with Caribbean governments is a step forward, but they need more than words</p><p>There was a risk, in the run-up to the Commonwealth heads of government meeting (Chogm) this week, that important discussions could be derailed by the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/nov/01/uk-was-vehement-sl
Koning Charles noemt slavernij 'beschamend hoofdstuk', maar zegt geen sorry
De Britse rol in de slavernij is een "beschamend hoofdstuk uit de geschiedenis, dat me vervult met afgrijzen en me diep verdriet doet". Met deze woorden zei koning Charles vandaag meer dan ooit, maar het zijn nog net geen excuses voor de Britse rol in de slavenhandel. Wel zou er achter de schermen worden gewerkt aan een officieel excuus van de Britse regerin
‘Fills my heart with horror’: King Charles expresses personal sorrow over slavery
The King told the opening session of the Commonwealth summit in Antigua that slavery was a “monstrous injustice” but stopped short of an apology.
Der britische Premierminister wagt bei der Frage nach Reparationszahlungen für die Sklaverei eine Flucht nach vorn
Am jährlichen Treffen der Commonwealth-Staaten spricht der britische König sein tiefes Bedauern über den Sklavenhandel aus. Es ist aber Andy Burnham, der zum ersten Mal in der britischen Geschichte eine offizielle Entschuldigung ankündigt.
La NASA publicó una imagen de la Antártida en la que aparece una “calavera sonriente”
La apariencia quedó expuesta tras una suba en las temperaturas, que derritieron parte de la nieve que cubría la zona
British people don’t need to apologise for slavery – but the government does | Olivette Otele
<p>Andy Burnham’s intervention is important. Because when it comes to Britain’s role in the transatlantic trade, the collective amnesia is stunning </p><p>Departing from his predecessors’ stances, the UK prime minister, Andy Burnham, surprised us all when he stated he was <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/oct/30/british-people-slave-tra
Britse koning Charles noemt slavernij "beschamend hoofdstuk", maar biedt (zoals verwacht) excuses niet aan
"De trans-Atlantische slavenhandel is een beschamend hoofdstuk in onze geschiedenis dat mijn hart vervult met afschuw." Zo heeft de Britse koning Charles het Gemenebest toegesproken. Officiële excuses kwamen er - zoals verwacht - niet, maar daar zou achter de schermen aan gewerkt worden.
PM plans debt reset for Commonwealth nations as slavery apology talks begin
The move comes as the prime minister begins talks about the UK issuing a formal apology for the slave trade in the next year.
King's role is not policy making, says Palace in slavery apology row
Buckingham Palace says the King has a unifying role in the Commonwealth rather than making political decisions.
UK was ‘vehement’ slavery reparations should not be on Commonwealth summit agenda
<p>British prime minister has now agreed to structured dialogue on reparatory justice but issue remains off formal Chogm agenda </p><p>British officials reportedly insisted that discussions of reparations for slavery should not be on the agenda of the Commonwealth leaders’ summit in Antigua and Barbuda – and even warned that Andy Burnham would not attend the
Burnham ‘open’ to UK slavery apology, but not reparations: Why now?
The UK PM's statement comes as Commonwealth nations meet in Antigua and Barbuda.
The King to speak about slavery with 'unflinching honesty'
The King will speak about slavery with "unflinching honesty" and "sincere sorrow" in a speech to Commonwealth leaders amid increasing pressure for Britain to offer an apology over its role in the transatlantic slave trade.
Why Is Andy Burnham Saying He's Open To A Slavery Apology?
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King to address slavery in Antigua as PM says he is open to possible UK apology
King Charles III will deliver a speech to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Tuesday as he concludes his nine-day Caribbean tour.
Klaver (PRO): 'Politieke wil bij kabinet om met ons samen te werken ontbreekt'
Het kabinet wil volgens PRO-leider Jesse Klaver geen afspraken maken met hem en Laurens Dassen (Volt) over het belastingplan. Het rechtse blok van JA21, BBB en SGP ziet naar eigen zeggen nog wel aanknopingspunten om verder te praten.
UK's Burnham says he is 'open' to formal apology for slavery, but rules out reparations
<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_3777,w_5665/744356' alt='UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham attends a meeting of the National Economic Council, focusing on driving growth in all regions of the United Kingdom on October 30, 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland. (photo credit: Russell Cheyne-WPA Poo
UK PM 'open' to slavery apology but not reparations
<p>Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Saturday he was “open” to the UK issuing a formal apology for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, but ruled out financial reparations.</p> <p>The Labour leader made the remarks days before attending a Commonwealth leaders summit in Antigua and Barbuda, as King Charles III tours the Caribbean.</p> <p>“I want to expre
Britse premier wil excuses slavernij bespreken, maar sluit herstelbetalingen uit
De Britse premier Burnham staat open voor een gesprek over excuses voor het slavernijverleden, maar herstelbetalingen ziet hij niet zitten. Dat schrijft hij in een opinieartikel in The Guardian. Het onderwerp staat weer prominent op de agenda tijdens de huidige rondreis van koning Charles door de Cariben. Labour-premier Burnham schrijft dat "er al jaren word
Britain’s Prime Minister Says He’s Open to a Formal Apology for Slavery
The premier’s comments represent a major change in British policy, but they are unlikely to satisfy those who hoped that reparations would follow.
Burnham 'open' to calls for slavery apology but not reparations
The British government has never formally apologised for slavery despite repeated calls from a number of Commonwealth leaders.
Burnham 'open' to slavery apology - as King continues Caribbean tour
Andy Burnham has said he is "open" to calls for Britain to make a formal apology for its role in the slave trade as the King continues his tour of the Caribbean.
The King and the colonies: Why Charles will have to confront slavery
The King has expressed sorrow, but stopped short of a formal apology. At a meeting of Commonwealth leaders next week, several appear determined to force a debate about Britain’s imperial past.
British people can’t be made to pay for the wrongs of slavery – but we must confront our complicated history | Andy Burnham
<p>Financial reparations are not the answer. Working together with our Commonwealth family is the best way to ensure prosperity for us all</p><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/30/andy-burnham-call-formal-apology-britains-role-in-slave-trade">• Andy Burnham open to calls for formal apology for Britain’s role in slave trade</a></p><p>On 28
Burnham tries to avoid a slavery reparations ‘disaster’
The upcoming summit of Commonwealth countries threatens a reckoning with Britain’s imperial past — and a baptism of fire for its new prime minister.
Ronny Hallin Dies: Garry & Penny Marshall’s Sister Who Produced & Appeared In ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Was 88
Ronny Hallin, sister of the late Garry and Penny Marshall who produced and appeared in Laverne & Shirley, has died. She was 88. According to Ronny’s daughter Penny Hallin, the beloved sitcom producer “passed away peacefully at home” on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Born Jan. 2, 1938 in New York City, Ronny was the daughter of […]
King faces calls for apology, slavery reparations in Caribbean
King Charles III faces renewed calls for a slavery apology and reparations on a visit to the Caribbean, as protesters demand: "Pay us what you owe us."
King Charles on Caribbean tour as calls grow for slavery reparations
UK’s King Charles joined a Junkanoo street parade during a visit to the Bahamas ahead of the Commonwealth summit.
King Charles dances in the Bahamas as calls for slavery reparations grow louder
The King joined a cheerful street parade but calls for reparations for Britain’s role in the transatlantic slave trade overshadow the start of his Caribbean tour.
King Charles III can't escape Britain's role in slavery as he tours Caribbean nations
Facing demands that Britain apologize and pay reparations, palace officials say Charles will reiterate previous comments that slavery was an "atrocity that forever stains our history," while stopping short of an apology.
King Charles faces calls for apology, slavery reparations on Caribbean tour
The visit marks King Charles' first official trip to the Bahamas as king, during which the government closed all public schools on the island of New Providence to welcome him.
Britischer König Charles III. erkennt "großes Leid" der Sklaverei an
<img style="float: right" src="https://i.ds.at/Gjxpmw/rs:fill:150:0/plain/lido-images/2026/10/28/424f37ad-543c-4722-b3c4-c620a9a1a358.jpg">Zum Auftakt seiner neuntägigen Karibikreise auf den Bahamas sprach der britische König das heikle Thema an. Demonstranten forderten hingegen: "Zahlt uns, was ihr uns schuldet"
Bahamas-Reise: König Charles III. erkennt »großes Leid« der Sklaverei an
Millionen Afrikaner wurden einst auf englischen Schiffen verschleppt. Karibische Staaten fordern Aufarbeitung und Wiedergutmachung. Der britische König bezog nun Position.
King Charles to discuss legacy of slavery with Commonwealth leaders at summit
<p>Royal tour of Caribbean comes as poll suggests majority support among younger Britons for dialogue on slavery reparations</p><p>King Charles has confirmed he will discuss the legacy of slavery at a summit with Commonwealth leaders as he begins his Caribbean tour.</p><p>The king arrived in the Bahamas on Tuesday to a ceremonial welcome and attended a youth
King Charles’s Caribbean tour: Will he discuss slavery reparations?
UK's King Charles launches nine-day Caribbean tour amid monarchy questions and growing demands for slavery reparations.
King Charles heads to Caribbean as calls for slavery reparations grow
King Charles heads to the Caribbean this week on a tour which comes against the backdrop of increasingly vocal demands from the region that Britain pays reparations for its role in the slave trade.
‘Smear’ Campaign: George Clooney, Betty Gilpin, Adam Scott & Laverne Cox Team To Read Clark Gregg-Penned Political Play As Midterms Fundraiser
EXCLUSIVE: George Clooney was a big draw on Broadway last year with Good Night, and Good Luck, and now the Tony nominee is returning to the stage with his GNGT co-star Clark Gregg for a bit of a Smear campaign. The November 1 reunion in NYC will actually feature Clooney along with Betty Gilpin, Laverne […]
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