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Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV has made a historic apology for the role the Holy See played in legitimizing slavery

AAP · May 25

Pope Leo issues historic apology for Vatican’s own role in legitimising slavery

Pope Leo XIV’s apology marks the first public acknowledgement of the role the Holy See played in the slave trade

The Independent UK · May 25

Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Holy See's own role in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV has made a historic apology for the role the Holy See itself played in legitimizing slavery

AAP · May 25

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Pope Leo XIV heads to Catholic shrine in Angola that was a center of African slave trade

Pope Leo XIV has called for Angolans to fight the “scourge of corruption” with a culture of justice

The Independent UK · Apr 19

Not just Big Bird: What to know about the Center for Public Broadcasting and its funding cuts

The organization shuts down after almost six decades of fueling production of celebrated educational programming, cultural content, and emergency alerts about natural disasters

The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2025

Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. goes from host to guest on PBS' 'Finding Your Roots'

For 11 seasons, Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. has sat across from his guests on the popular PBS series “Finding Your Roots” and led them through secrets in their family tree

The Independent UK · Apr 7, 2025

Harvard Abruptly Sacks Entire Slavery Remembrance Team, Refuses to Say Why

Harvard abruptly laid off its Slavery Remembrance Program staff, who were tasked with identifying direct descendants of people enslaved by Harvard affiliates.

Latin Times · Jan 25, 2025

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"Finding Your Roots" highlights its fans

Plucked from everyday life onto the hit PBS show, its viewers received the star treatment in a special episode

Salon · Apr 12, 2024

Michael Douglas finds a celeb DNA cousin

The "Wall Street" actor also discovered that a heroic ancestor wasn't that heroic when it came to slavery

Salon · Apr 3, 2024

'This is so cool': Michael Douglas shocked to discover he's related to Scarlett Johansson

The actor said he ‘looks forward to seeing’ them to inform them of their connection

Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2024

Michael Douglas' Revolutionary War ties

In this exclusive clip the Oscar winner learns just how heroic his fourth great-grandfather really was

Salon · Apr 1, 2024

‘We are all mixed’: Henry Louis Gates Jr on race, being arrested and working towards America’s redemption

The US academic and TV historian’s rejection of racial categories has drawn criticism from some but his sense of mischief and underlying belief in American decency remains undimmed

The Guardian - UK · Mar 10, 2024

Dionne Warwick uncovers slave ancestors

Known for her hits like "Walk on By" and "Say a Little Prayer," the singer knew very little about her lineage

Salon · Feb 14, 2024

Danielle Brooks discovers ancestor fought for freedom during Civil War

Discovering her family's deep history, actress Danielle Brooks learns that one of her ancestors enlisted in the Union army during the Civil War.

Captivating Moments: John Legend's Charismatic Presence Shines Bright

Discover the captivating presence of John Legend through a series of pictures showcasing his charisma on the red carpet and mesmerizing performances on stage.

Salon · Feb 7, 2024

Sunny Hostin descends from slave owners

Hostin also learned her former enslaved ancestor registered to vote nine times in the late 1800s

Salon · Feb 1, 2024

Bob Odenkirk is related to King Charles

"I'm an American — not a monarchist!" the "Better Call Saul" actor said upon discovering his noble lineage

Cinemablend · Feb 1, 2024

King Saul Goodman? Bob Odenkirk Shares Distaste For Monarchy Only To Find Out He's Related To Royalty

Better Call Saul's Bob Odenkirk recently shared his not-so-positive take on ruling systems, and then learned he's got royal blood in the family.

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Evening Standard · Jan 30, 2024

Better Call Saul’s Bob Odenkirk discovers 'crazy' relation to King Charles

Odenkirk’s episode of Finding Your Roots will air on January 30 on PBS

Salon · Jan 24, 2024

The lie Sammy Hagar found in his "Roots"

"Right now, I don't know what to think," said the musician after discovering a secret about an ancestor

Salon · Jan 18, 2024

LeVar Burton Confederate roots revealed

"What? Kunta got white ancestry?"

LeVar Burton discovers educational heritage on Finding Your Roots

LeVar Burton discovers a deep educational heritage on an episode of Finding Your Roots, uncovering the powerful influence of his paternal family.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 4, 2024

Ciara Had the Best Reaction to Discovering She and Derek Jeter Are Related

The two are DNA cousins, the popstar learned on “Finding Your Roots.”

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2023

Kerry Washington explains why James Corden was ‘very concerned’ after she learned about biological father

Washington made the discovery after telling her parents she planned to be a guest on ‘Finding Your Roots’

The Guardian - UK · Oct 2, 2023

Kerry James Marshall donates portrait of Henry Louis Gates Jr to Cambridge University

World-renowned artist gifts painting to mark award of honorary degree for author’s outstanding achievements

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