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As Antigua and Barbuda marks 45 years of independence, the legal change did not affect every person’s British nationality in the same way. The key question for many former citizens of the UK and Colonies was whether they had a qualifying connection to Britain.
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1 Nov 2026
King Charles dances at Junkanoo a day after calling it 'only right' to acknowledge slavery's injustices. He is not apologising, but has the Bahamas taken notice.
A clip appearing to show a priest beneath a heavily chained crucifix is circulating after a fatal accident in Guayaquil—but its origin and authenticity remain unverified.
Kyiv’s proposed satellite network promises greater control over military communications. But for the taxpayers helping sustain Ukraine’s defence, the unanswered question is who finances that independence.
Guyana’s president says expressions of regret must lead to an apology and reparatory justice, while GB News casts the diplomatic debate as a possible “ambush”.
The actor and filmmaker denied all six charges at Westminster Magistrates’ Court and was granted bail ahead of a further hearing.
Family, friends, colleagues and members of the Ghanaian community gathered in Southwark to remember the academic and his contributions to education and charitable work.
Student-led demonstrations in Tirana have escalated, with Prime Minister Edi Rama rejecting calls to resign and warning the unrest could threaten Albania’s path to EU membership. Follow verified developments.
Macron has refused Laurent Nuñez’s resignation after nationwide protests over living costs and school conditions turned violent in several cities. Follow verified developments.
Her music crossed borders, connected generations and helped keep Jamaica’s cultural presence alive worldwide.
The former Real Housewives of Atlanta star is facing a legal dispute over alleged property maintenance violations, but her legal team insists she will not be forced out of her home.
