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Henrietta Lacks: one of the most important figures in modern medical research

Without her consent, samples of her tumor cells were taken. These cells, named HeLa after the first letters of her name, proved to be...

The Chagos Islands: the forgotten story of a forced deportation

Discover the tragic history of the Chagos Islands, an Indian Ocean archipelago marked by the expulsion of its population and a decades-long struggle for...

The Parsley Massacre of 1937, when words Kill

Discover the horrifying truth of the Parsley Massacre of 1937, where thousands of Haitians were executed under the orders of dictator Rafael Trujillo. In the...

Investigation into the unexplained resurrection of Clairvius Narcisse

In the collective imagination, the word "zombie" evokes terrifying figures, often associated with Haitian culture. However, the story we are about to tell is...

Blacks and the origins of several cities in Morocco

The history of Morocco is marked by complex and often overlooked narratives that trace the presence and influence of Black people in the founding...

African roots of physical and social behavior in the Caribbean

This article inaugurates a series dedicated to exploring African cultural survivals in Caribbean society, shedding light on the profound impact of African heritage on...

When former slave owners received billions in compensation during abolition

The issue of financial reparations for the descendants of Black slaves remains controversial, although regularly discussed in debates about the transatlantic slave trade. Ironically,...

The kingdom of Kerma, the Lesser-known rival of pharaonic Egypt

Discover the fascinating history of the Kingdom of Kerma, a great rival of Pharaonic Egypt, and its rich Nubian culture. Around 2500 BCE, south of...

Akhenaten, the revolutionary Pharaoh who tried to impose monotheism

An iconic pharaoh of ancient Egypt, Akhenaten, often considered the pioneer of monotheism, remains a fascinating figure for his radical religious reform and unconventional...

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